Lowrance HDS PRO 12 w/Preloaded C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard & Active Imaging 3-in-1 Transom Mount Transducer
Best high-definition sonar system for serious tournament anglers.
Experience superior fishing with the Lowrance HDS PRO 12, featuring new, higher-resolution ActiveTarget® 2 Live Sonar and ultra high-definition Active Imaging™ HD for the clearest sonar views ever. This unit delivers high-definition CHIRP, SideScan, and DownScan Imaging™, with FishReveal™ expanded to SideScan and DownScan. The stunning SolarMAX™ HD touchscreen is easily viewable in direct sunlight. It comes preloaded with C-MAP® DISCOVER OnBoard charts for detailed navigation. Enjoy full bow-to-stern networking and touchscreen control over your entire Ultimate Fishing System, including trolling motors and anchors.
$3099.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
3
/ 238
#3 in Marine Chartplotters & GPS
Price vs Category Average
+62%
Above average
Display Resolution
1280800
/ x pixels
Who it's for
- Anglers needing high-resolution underwater structure and fish detail
- Captains requiring clear visibility in bright, direct sunlight
- Boaters building a fully connected, centralized vessel control system
Who should skip it
- Casual anglers operating on a limited budget
- Beginners seeking a simple, plug-and-play navigation experience
- Fishermen wanting live sonar without extra hardware costs
Performance breakdown
Sonar Clarity
Active Imaging HD provides industry-leading detail for identifying structure and fish.
Display Visibility
SolarMAX HD touchscreen remains perfectly readable even under harsh direct sunlight.
System Integration
Seamlessly controls trolling motors and anchors for a unified fishing experience.
Navigation Precision
Reliable 10Hz GPS ensures accurate tracking and smooth chart updates.
Networking Capability
Robust connectivity options allow for complex, multi-device bow-to-stern system setups.
Interface Responsiveness
Touchscreen navigation is fluid and intuitive for quick adjustments while fishing.
Key Specs
Display Resolution
1280 x 800 pixels
Display Size
12.0 inches
Waterproof Rating
IPX7
Internal Storage
8.0 GB
Connectivity
NMEA 2000, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.2
GPS Receiver
10 Hz GPS/GLONASS
Operating Temperature Range
-15°C to 55°C
Weight
2.95 kg (6.5 lb)
Features
- Clearest sonar views with Active Imaging HD
- High-resolution ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar ready
- FishReveal available on SideScan and DownScan
- Sunlight-viewable SolarMAX HD touchscreen
- Preloaded C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts
- Supports dual ActiveTarget system installation
- Chart overlay for Scout Mode and Ghost 360
- Full touchscreen control of fishing accessories
What customers say
Anglers highly favor the Lowrance HDS PRO 12 for its flagship performance. The SolarMAX HD display offers stunning clarity, remaining perfectly visible in bright sunlight. Users praise the Active Imaging 3-in-1 transducer for delivering exceptional detail across DownScan and SideScan, improving target identification accuracy. Processing speed is instantaneous, making map rendering and screen transitions highly efficient. While the unit offers superior performance and reliability, justifying its premium cost, some users note a steep learning curve during initial setup and network integration. Overall satisfaction remains high among those demanding top tier marine electronics.
Know before you buy
Yes, this package comes with the Active Imaging 3-in-1 transom mount transducer, which provides high-definition CHIRP, SideScan, and DownScan Imaging.
Yes, the HDS PRO 12 supports FishReveal on both SideScan and DownScan, making it much easier to identify fish targets against structure and cover.
The SolarMAX HD display is specifically engineered for high visibility in direct sunlight, offering excellent clarity and wide viewing angles even on the brightest days.
Yes, the HDS PRO 12 offers full touchscreen control over your entire fishing system, including compatible trolling motors and shallow-water anchors, provided they are networked correctly.
Yes, the HDS PRO 12 supports dual ActiveTarget system installations, allowing you to view multiple live sonar perspectives at the same time for a more comprehensive view of the water.
The unit comes preloaded with C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts, which provide detailed coastal and inland mapping to assist with your navigation and route planning.
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