Buying a Masterbuilt Gravity Series? Watch This FIRST!
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- So what's the deal with the Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800? That's the question that I am here to answer today. In this overview you will get a feel for every aspect of the Masterbuilt Gravity 800!
The Masterbuilt Gravity Series 560 treat me well for the past two years... It was such a cool concept that I even got the Char-Griller Gravity 980. Fast forward 2 years and here I am with the Masterbuilt Gravity Smoker 800. Now they also have the Masterbuilt Gravity Series 105, but I personally wanted the Masterbuilt Gravity 800 griddle.... I even added the Masterbuilt Gravity Series Rotisserie Kit.
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The Masterbuilt Gravity Series might just be the grill for you. I put together a list of videos that might interest you:
Gravity Series Assembly: czcams.com/video/P2DRAIUQZQs/video.html
560 vs 800: czcams.com/video/ZBruvC3txu4/video.html
Masterbuilt vs Char-Griller: czcams.com/video/JQJ4Chyubuw/video.html
Getting ready to buy a house and I'm excited for two things: My dog to get the yard he deserves, and me to get the smoker/grill I deserve. can't wait to get one of these. Great video!
Prayers. 😉
For both
@@Samurai42928 Thanks! I closed on the house last Friday and the Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800 was delivered today. Oh, and the dog is living the dream in his backyard!
Congrats, brother.
I started researching the MasterBuilt grill and as a result ran across this channel. A few videos later I have decide to buy one and subbed to the channel. Thanks for the content!
Welcome aboard! Thanks for the support
I got one of these today and this is exactly the kind of video I was looking for. Thank you!
Love the instructions, this is our 1sr grill ever lol, and yes I went all the way 😂 we used to live in NC and I wanted to have a grill that can smoke and make that amazing brisket, thank you so much for your video am doing these steps as we speak, I already love this grill
Great vids helped me with the build and seasoning keep up the good work .
Every time i close my eyes i always think Patton Oswalt is talking to me into buying a master built gravity 800, it’s not a diss Patton oswalt is great, oh and so is the grill.
Another great vid! Thank you! I just got the Char Griller 980 after watching your show.
Eventually you’ll have to do a tour of all of your grills and discuss them along with what you like to use them for. Cheers!
Haha yeah my wife would hate to see that video lol. I’ve got so many that she’s probably forgotten about half of them hahaha
I've been comparing the Masterbuilt 800 to a traeger and this is the best straight forward video and tipped me over to buying the masterbuilt. Also I love using lump charcoal anyway thanks man Big Ups
I've been doing the same. I'm now trying to decide if I'd want the 800 or the 1050. I already have a Blackstone so I don't care about the griddle, I just don't know if I need something as huge as the 1050.
Helluva video. I came to YT with like 50 questions you answered all of them 🤝
Heck yeah! 💪🏻
Awesome review and information...as usual. Thank you 👍
Thanks for watching Paul!
Thanks bro, installed mine last night. Took a little longer but got it done. That heat shield that goes near the bottom door to light the charcoal was not sitting completely flat so the door isn’t wanting to go on the hinge but other than that not bad.
Loving your content, just got a 1050 this week and used your build videos etc, I wish the 1050 had the griddle but I brought a LavaStone to do pizza etc on, if I really want a griddle, I can always but a mod I guess. Appreciate your videos a great deal, Thank you Chief!
Yeah I think they do that on purpose to get people between the 560 and 1050. But hey if you’ve got an alternative to their griddle then you’ve got the best of both worlds!
25 min to assemble Are you smoking Skunk weed on the grill Im 2 hours in 70 percent done Parts are not marked only the screws are too 10 min to open and lay everything out Pitting my big block in my chevy was easier Cant wait to make London broil
I've had my 800 since December and I absolutely love it. I did a bunch of the LSS mods and they help to keep things humming along.
I’m excited to put the 800 to the test!
LSS mods? Can you please expand?
LSS is a company that makes modifications and enhancements for this grill.
Great video. I bought my 800 for pretty much all the same reasons you mentioned. I can't wait to use the griddle and my wife is super excited to put a leg of lamb on the rotisserie. I do wish the 1080 came with the griddle or I totally would have went bigger. So far, I've done some steaks, burgers and did my first pork shoulder over the weekend. Everything came out amazing. I did see you tend to use two fire starters when you light the grill. I've honestly had zero issues using 1 masterbuilt fire starter. Wait like 90 seconds and we are off and running.
I think for the price and features, it’s hard to beat! You’re right I could probably get away with one fire starter… I had so much trouble when I first got it that I just do it to reassure myself lol
Very informative. Great vid. 👍
Thanks!
Great video. I have to say, all of your videos have great production value and are very professional
Thanks! I appreciate the kind words Jack!
Great video...do you know if the fan (not the grill) is AC or DC powered? AC being PWM control while DC being PID. Thanks!
Do you find any issue with charcoal longevity on longer cooks? I’m guessing adding more charcoal isn’t an issue if you’re quick about it.
Nicely done👍😊
Thanks!
Thanks for this
I just ordered the 800 today. Was almost about to buy the 560, because it was cheaper, and with an extra pair of racks, it would hold the same as the 800 (could get a pair of racks for $50CAD).
That was until I came across a blog post that mentioned that the sidewalls of the 800 were thicker and porcelain covered, whereas the 560 was something like double-thin steel.
Really looking for firing mine up, been a few years since I've cooked with charcoal (my last two smokers were the Traeger Tailgeter and the Master Chef Turismo Pellet Grill, which died within a year)
The charcoal definitely gives a stronger smoke over the pellet grills. I’d take the 800 over the 560 any day…. Even at the extra cost
@@AndersonsSmokeShow Did get an 800. Used it a few times, the jury is still out. What I don't like vs pellet, is the creosote build-up.
Was using lump charcoal, but have switched to brisquettes, which seem to be a bit better. And do find that there's a lot of dirty smoke (yellow/brown).
Still experimenting with it, and haven't gotten sick yet
Watched your assembly video for the 800, thanks a bunch of the help! I turned my on and the temperature regulator isn't working. Says it's at 200 degrees but an oven thermometer says ita closer to 500 degrees. Ever heard of anything like that before?
Can you do, or do you know a comparison between the 800 and the masterbuild 40 inch digital smoker? Mostly of course in what you can do with it? That digital smoker costs about half of this one (at least here in Europe).
I had the 560 for the last few years. Loved every cook. Ready for the 800! Anyone have any experience with it?
With the flat plate grill pre season do you know if I have to oil or pre season the underside also? And do I have to swap out the manifold for the pre season or only when I cook with the grill plate?
just subscribed. been using your videos to help me along my journey. wanted to let you know, the costco masterbuilt 800's do not come with a griddle, but the pricepoint i got was $400
Grill is $60 from Masterbuilt as an add-on. They also offer a pizza oven with stone to use inside the grill. ($180).
Another Great Video
Thanks!
I was just about to purchase a Traeger and someone recommended me this grill… wow I’m so excited to pick mine up tonight!
Did you pick yours up and get it put together and running? Im asking because I bought the 1050 after weighing out the options with traeger. I made the right decision and I told my brother to buy one. He wants a traeger, but im talking him out of it. I just want a second opinion, so I'm not telling him wrong
@@bobbybrooks5846 yeah I put mine together. It’s a cool grill and unique design due to it being charcoal gravity fed. Honestly you can’t go wrong either. But I would recommend the master built overall for smokiness
@@JohnSmith-yr6je i used mine a couple of times. Im still experimenting with the charcoal and wood ratio. I like more of a heavier smoke flavor. Im curious on what it would be like to use only hickory logs and no charcoal
@@bobbybrooks5846 you could try to fill it quarter way or so but don’t overdo it. Too much wood and you will have literal fire pit in your pit. I do like a handful one charcoal and one log ratio for longer cooks or big meats. Try it out and let me know how you like it. Always experiment and join Facebook groups and ask questions too 👌
@@JohnSmith-yr6je i tried Facebook. Its not for me. Yea I'll give what you said a try.
I really wanted the cg980, but I got the mb800 because it was on discount at costco. I felt like a settled, but I didn't realize the mb800 goes 50 degrees lower. I too smoke fish, in fact thats what I smoke the most. I actually prefer to cold smoke, and in my old chip burner I would cycle the smoker on and off so I could achieve ~100f. in other words, I only cured and smoked and never ever cooked my fish. really happy I got the mb800 now, much safer for the way I like to smoke fish to know it can cut itself off at 150 even if I neglect it a little.
I’ve been really digging the MB800 since I got it! Makes some great food and it’s run flawless since I got it
Great video!
Thanks!
Good info man!
Thanks!
Definitely considering this model.
With a full hopper with briquettes or lump how long set at 225 will it cook before needing more charcoal? Maybe time for each because holds alot more briquettes than lump.
Curious for longer cooks like brisket or pork butt
At 225 I typically see like 1.5-2lbs per hour.... so maybe 8 hours or so per full hopper
By far you have the best videos on the Masterbuilt Gravity 800 and the only one I’ve subscribed too! My GMG Daniel Boone was blown over by severe winds beyond repair and their grills/smokers now are way too expensive. Looking forward to ordering, receiving and watching and using your Gravity 800 assembly video Question: I’ve noticed that Lump Charcoal is the only thing you use. I’ve seen other videos on the Gravity 800 that show Charcoal Briquettes being used. Why would I want to Lump Vs Briquettes?
Honestly at this point I use what’s on sale. I prefer lump as it’s a less processed option but the results are in my opinion pretty close
@@AndersonsSmokeShow Was looking online and saw Cowboys 100% All Natural. Also on CZcams a few were using B&B. Just got back home from HomeDepot. Wanted to see the Gravity 800. I have one in my HomeDepot Saved List. It is Available Online with Cover and home delivery. Waiting for USAA to process my claim for my GMG Daniel Boone.
B&B makes good products. In terms of lump I think I like jealous devil the most because it seems to be consistent quality.
Great video. Now I'm torn when more between this and the 980 lol.
Overall the masterbuilt has more to offer
Got mine 800 yesterday and when I was unboxing it I found out that it was damaged like someone had jumped on the grid around the charcoaltower. The box was undamaged so it must have been happened in the factory allready. I have seen these damages before on youtube, so it was no bad luck for me. It seems to be structural. Besides that, it works fine but I expect for these amount of money an undamaged grill.
I need suggestions: I can’t seem to keep grill at a constant low temp. I’ll set it for 220 but it keeps going past 450. I don’t want to have to use the damper as the fan should be doing the temp regulating
Great video and wonderful channel! I have always been an Old School Weber charcoal guy but here lately have been enticed by the ease of use of these gravity feeders. Question, I’m really big on medium rare steaks and searing. So can you REALLY sear steaks on this bad boy even though it does not appear to offer direct heat for searing? If it does, I think i’ll be on board
Oh yeah you can get some super high temps,. but carefiul of grease fire..... but thats no different from any other grill or smoker.
So do you find with the masterbuilt 800 that you are ever wanting a lower temperature than 225f?
Like the camp chef will go as low as 160f
Thanks Andrew. Question, is the charcoal hopper fully burned on each use, or when you turn it off it preserves the remaining coals.
When shut down properly it’ll choke the fire out and there will be charcoal remaining the next time you use it. Just keep in mind that it’ll burn a little as it gets choked out.
@@AndersonsSmokeShow That's what I thought, thanks and: Carpe Diem
Quick question. How has the fire box held up? 😎
I’m curious to see if you mod the 800 like you did the 560. I’m also curious of your long term opinion on the mods you did to the 560, if they were worth it or not. Keep the videos coming!
I may, I want to run this more before I consider mods.
I modded my 1050, it's still worth it.
Hello, Question. When I heat up my 800 series to tempperature such as 600 I have ash all over my grill grates. Also I just cleaned the inside of my grill and its full of ash as well. Alot of ash, why
Glad a saw this before getting the new traeger
Were you looking at the Timberline XL? 😱
@@AndersonsSmokeShow yes
Just watched another review or thoughts video on the new Masterbuilt XT, which was released first in the UK apparently. Heavier duty, but he didn't give cooking area, unless I missed it. It would have been in metric anyway. Looked to be the size of the 1050 or larger.
I’m trying to get my hands on one of those XT!
Do you or can you add any foil underneath the grill grates for easy clean up?
You can, but I’ve never personally done that and just try to let the grill operate as intended. At lower temps I don’t see it as a problem as long as it’s not restricting air flow… remember these are like convection ovens
Is it worth upgrading from the 560 Andrew? I love that grill
If the 560 is doing a good job and it’s big enough, then I’d wait until you NEED to upgrade. By the way, that’s coming from a guy with 13 grills and smokers 🤣🤣
Notice you ran Lump Charcoal, I normally use Kingsford Charcole. I would also be adding the chunks of smoke wood. I have not bought the Master built 800 yet as my Pitt Boss is still throwing out some great meals. Waiting on her to stumble and I can tell me wife It's time to put the ole Pitt Boss out of the pasture. LOL. All jokes aside, I like using my Pitt Boss but also love my old style home make Stainless Steel Charcoal grill. With that said I am very interested in trying the Master built Gravity 800 or the larger unit.
The Gravity Series 800 is a great smoker for the price! I’ve honestly bounced around on charcoal so much over the years, but I’m back to the ole Kingsford briquettes and I’m not going anywhere 🤣
Have you seen the Even Embers Pellet Fueled Ceramic Egg? Would be interested in a review if you were to get sent one. Awesome masterbuilt review btw
I have not, but I’ll take a look into them
I just got a Masterbuilt ad. 😂
Do you have to open the lid during initial burn off like in a pellet smoker to prevent it blowing up?
No because you get the fire going in the hopper first, and the hopper is open for the lighting process
Great Video! Very useful. I presume you repeat the burn in with the griddle plate, don't you?
Just found the instruction section on it. Ignore me.
Sorry I didn;t get back in time
Do you season the Plancha (griddle) at the same time, or do that seperately?
I did mine separately
How about wood chunks? A few random pieces mixed in? I would imagine that work. Have you b tested that yet?
I mix them in randomly throughout the hopper but it try to front load some of it because the meat absorbs the smoke most at the beginning of the cook.
I have a question on the master built 800 on the mod kit for the burner camber that people are talking about is it need for the pit.
For this one I dont think so because they improved the hopper grate on this one
Thank you
Hey quick question.
Have you used the masterbuilt gravity in the winter, or do you know any one that have ans how it work.
Also can you grill on that smoker,
I’ve used it in the cold. It does well but burns a little more charcoal to keep up.
And yes you can grill on it. Temps can be set to 700F
If I buy any accessories through your camp chef link do you still get commission? Or is it only on the grills?
I’ll get commission on anything sold!
@@AndersonsSmokeShow awesome! i need to pick some stuff up for my camp chef. Thanks for the videos man!
Can set my UDS I made for under $200 patterned after the Gateway UDS that once set will hold temp. for 8 hours w/o intervention and provides that old fashion pit-cooked BBQ flavor. Too bad no one wants to learn the art of cooking true BBQ but would rather push a few buttons and walk away. This my friend is NOT true "cooked with heart and soul" BBQ!
IF KEEPING IT OUTSIDE WITH A COVER DO YOU THINK THE OUTSIDE MOISTURE WILL HURT THE CONTROL BOX?
I’ve got a MB 560 and the control box is the only thing that has lasted and given no trouble at all with storing like you have asked about. Although the rest of the smoker’s interior is literally disintegrating into rust-dust after just less than 3 seasons of use. It has rotted from the inside out. But the electronics and controller are still trouble free😅
Are you going to do the LSS mods on this one?
I probably will. I already talked with him and decided that I’d like to run it stock for a little while to show the true value of the mods
So?? There’s supposed to be a 2nd gen 800 at lest from what I’ve read is or do you know anything about that??
As always brother great video 💯👍
To be honest I’m not sure…
Stupid question but how do you kill the heat source once you’re done cooking? If that whole hopper is full won’t it just keep burning?
When you shut it down you put the metal slides back in which chokes the fire out.
Approximately how much is the consumption of carbon in an hour of use
Love ur content.. Im about to buy a gravity smoker? Which one is better, value for money chargriller 980 or masterbuilt? Pls advice?
I’ve been a fan of both, but after running the MB800 I’d probably say I’m leaning that way
@@AndersonsSmokeShow thanks for your expert, kind reply.. May God bless you more 🙏
Hi bro,
How to turn off the fire with left over charcoal briquettes in the hopper.. Pls advice?
You turn the grill off and put the metal slides back in place…. This cuts off air to the fire and will choke the fire out.
@@AndersonsSmokeShow Thank you 👍
This is the final boss for dad's putting stuff together
🤣🤣
@@AndersonsSmokeShow I thought about returning it and grabbing the display unit🥴
@@Jdubrolltide123 just put mine together tonight not that fun
Hey there, i have the traeger silverton 620 right now! Just got it, but its costco 😁, would this be a better buy? I may trade out this weekend!
I mean that’s a tough question… pellets are a more mild smoke where charcoal is more bold. Masterbuilt requires slightly more involvement at startup where as pellets don’t.
@@AndersonsSmokeShow well, my buddy called a treager a rich man who cant cook gimmick lol! I tried the treager, all you really taste is the pellets from what ive seen so far! We busted out an old webber, and i got to say, that charcoal is a big change
Great video ! Regarding the lowest temperature of 150f I can't find anyone else mentioning it and MB themselves is advertising 225f as the lowest possible, is this for real ? This would open a lot of new possibilities :)
I swear that’s what mine can do, but now you’ve got me wondering… I’ll have to look when I get home
Yes, it will go that low. I own this pit for a year now and that's what I do to rest brisket at 155F until I'm ready to serve.
I was wondering if you had one with straight wood?
I haven’t but I know that others have been doing that
Thanks a lot Andrew, thinking about purchasing a gravity fed charcoal grill
Already have a Blackstone and my Traeger (Ironwood 885) pellet smoker, so griddle plate really isn’t necessary for me
560 model good model, looking to do occasionally grilling and some smoking on it here and there
I personally like the 800 better. You can get the 800 without the griddle at Costco and it’s slightly cheaper
What's your thoughts versus the 980?
I’ll be doing a comparison between them soon
Anyone's know if the 1050 temperature also goes down to 150 degrees?
For anyone who is buying a masterbuilt beware because I received one in a box that was totally destroyed and re-taped and yet I did not get any type of open box or damage discount.
Then to top it off there is no telephone number to call and they force you to contact them online. This mean they can take up to a week or more to get back to you or even if you need a replacement part.
If I could do it again I would buy a different brand or one that I can get at a store that is easily returnable
Are you still cooking on the Char-Griller 980? The new 800 seems to be your go-to rig...
I still cook on it, but I just got the MB800 so I am putting it through the paces.
What lighter are you using?
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Does it actually sear well?
If you crank the temp up, it does a great job!
How does it hold up in the rain?
Honestly I keep mine in the garage when it’s not in use so I can’t answer that… I’m sure someone here in the comments could chime in though
Can’t imagine it would be an issue under a cover.
Yoooooo can you grill a turkey I need a recipe for thanksgiving. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Oh I’ve got like 8 turkey videos on my channel!
@@AndersonsSmokeShow awesome I’ll check it out
If you could only have one smoking grill, which would it be?
Wow that’s a tough one honestly…. I think I’d have to go with my Camp Chef pellet grill. I probably cook on it more than any of my others… it just runs great, clean and easy to operate too. Don’t get me wrong though, there isn’t a grill that I have that I don’t like… that’s probably why I have 13 🤣
Thanks man, much appreciated, and thanks for putting out all of these awesome videos! 👍
The Costco version of this comes without the griddle. You won't see that information in the store.
Yeah I honestly didn’t know that until someone commented on the subject about a month ago. It’s fooled a few people too
The Costco version (900 series) does come with a pizza maker tho
@@donaldpanjaitan4768 This year's offering does. When I posted, it did not. I really like the grill/smoker, though.
I know an informercial when I see one. You should really talk about the build quality. A lot of users are complaining about rust, control boards and fans malfunctioning only a year in to it.
Isn't that any grill? I bought a high quality broil king grill, even that stainless parts were rusting after a year
Gotta see it up against the 980
That’ll be happening soon
I just ordered a masterbuilt 800 and I'm so disapointed... it dont come with griddle.... I don't know why.... the model?
Where did you get it? I heard the Costco model doesn’t have the griddle.
@@AndersonsSmokeShow exactly Costco online.... I was looking for the griddle after assemble all the parts... This is so frustrating...
I just bought the 800 for $347.00.
Walmart? That’s a great deal!
Can you still cook without this being plugged in
No it has to be plugged in
I sure hope this video didn’t warrant a purchase of this pos for any of you. Most of these videos are influenced by Masterbuilt with free demos and promotions, etc. and Masterbuilt does a fine job of filtering any comments or negative posts. I have a 14 month old boat anchor of a 1050. First the switches, seals and temp controller will die, after your 1 year warranty is up you’ll notice that your firebox completely burned away. You’ll also learn from customer service that this is to be expected, but their research team has determined it would be years before this has happened, so you’re just SOL. I challenge any of you who have owned one of these longer than a few months and several cooks to let me know your unbiased experience.
Dude doesn't use a dedicated smoker for fish? I don't know about you but I don't like fish flavored ribs or brisket.
I clean my smoker. Dude.
All these "its so great" videos... but HOW does it work? Why does Masterbuilt not want to show HOW IT WORKS?
They posted videos for years on how it works. You have a hopper full of charcoal, it burns from the bottom, and a fan blows through the coals and blows that heat into the smoker. The strength of the fan, which is controlled by the controller, is how it regulates temperature. It’s a very simple design.
I'll never buy from masterbuilt you can't get to talk to any one on phone
You’re not the first person to tell me that
The Gravity series is total shit. I've had my grill for 6 months and so far have had to dismantle and clean it, replace 2 switches & a cord and the computer will not update or connect to my phone. The fan will randomly quit working. I've had emails to and from the company and demanded phone calls. I've gotten exactly 3 cooks out of it and have been embarrassed with guests waiting on food. IT IS A PIECE OF SHIT!!! Don't buy it.
Sorry that you’ve had a bad experience. I’ve got two different masterbuilt gravity series grills and haven’t had an issue with either one… I can’t speak to the customer service though as I’ve never had to use it.