Please hit that like and sub if you haven't! Well, if you enjoy the videos and work that goes into them! Hope this is enjoyable, whether or not buying a grinder at this price is on your radar. I tried to ensure it was educational in areas I thought warranted a tangent. Thanks for the support!

I love that lance releases this video the same week Daddy Hoff releases a video on a $33 grinder

After Hoffman's video on a grinder yesterday the price point whiplash in coffee is hittin hard.

Will I buy one? Never. Am I glad it exists? Absolutely.

You are great Lance, you are not shy of who you are, you are a great coffee nerd, and we all here are, and that what makes your videos so special, thank you and never change.

Man, that mustache is bodacious.

Mentioned in your community post,, but please never change Lance.. I highly value your opinion, playful off the cuff times, and if you come across as arrogant or otherwise, it's not detrimental to the experience of your channel... in my opinion. You being you is why I choose you over Hoffman and Morgan... not that I don't watch their channels, but mostly you.

Thank you for your in depth videos!! Always learn something new.

Can’t wait for the hance ledrick cut

Thank you Lance! I have the EG-1 and original Niche but I found this video to be very useful. I love the detail of your content.

As someone who has owned two Kafatek grinders and both SSW and SLM burrs this is a good overview of what Denis produces. I completly agree about the seasoning, personally I found the process complete only after about 70lb through. Good job Lance.

Just an absolutely beautiful tool. I'll stay with my Fellow Ode Gen2. Thank you very much Lance.

Really nice detailed look at a great grinder! Thanks!

Amagad so excited for this vid!

I bought one last year,, the preorder was about 5 - 6 months. and I got it in December 2023. A few small notes from the video, The Dial indicator isn't a sticker on the Max 2 like it was in the OG max. its a CNC metal ring. Also if changes are made after the preorder, Kafitech will add these to the new grinders as long as they arnt sipped yet. Over all ive been very happy with it, have the SLM burrs , and it switches from spro to filter brew very nice.

Please do the Monolith Conical MC6 next!

Please make a comparison vs the Lagom 01 with the 102mm burrs :)

I’m happy with my AllGround Sense after years of single dosing. Especially as a med/dark drinker, no fuss and get delicious latte’s every time. But when I get back in to single dosing I’m going straight for the Kafatek MonoCon for sure. Thanks for the video!

This was great! I am a Flat Max 2 owner for about a year and I have been super happy with it!.

Great video as always. Love your content and how much your recommendations have helped me improve my espresso preparation. Hope you get to try a Lagom 01 with the blind 102 burrs. That grinder with the Weber Blind Shaker have me in a very sweet spot.

Have had my Monolith for 6 months. It’s amazing!

Nice video. I’ve got an Kafatek MC5 that I love - probably loses out a bit on quality vs Max for light roasts, but has a great, fast, no fuss, no mess workflow for anything medium/dark.

1 of 12!!! Thanks for making the video! Loved it!

Always enjoy the content. I hope you enjoy making it.

Nice! Looking forward to this one!

Very thorough. I have max2 and I can relate. I love the fact you tested the calibration to the micron. Been waiting for this review forever but you did not disappoint.

Awesome video! Its fun to see these kind of grinders, even if I'll never own one

i like the high end grinder reviews a lot, even though i don't see myself getting one any time soon i like to see what's out there and what's going on in the top of the line

I’ve had several Monoliths over the last 8 years. Currently running the Max1 with SSWs and love the espresso I’m making. It’s amazing to watch Denis improve them over the years

Interesting grinder. Glad for that video.

I just wanted to say that my new Kafatek MAX2 literally arrived at my door the second this video went live.

You’re spilling the beans!!

All that was left for you to do Lance was to throw those Shuriken burrs like the coffee ninja you are.

it's oddly comforting to know that this $3600 grinder has more of an annoying retention workflow than my offerup $200 Eureka silenzio lol

Maybe I'm a bit jaded, but a coffee grinder of that price category needing multiple bellows, having stuck beans or large chips and not being intended to be cleaned with risk of warranty issues is crazy. I think I paid a lot for my Niche Duo and perhaps I am not deep enough into coffee that I would notice the difference in coffee between these grinders, but it does not have these same issues at all.

Dang my kidney not even worth $3600 😝 love the informative content always keep it up lance thanks 🙏

Very well done review. I also find the air puffer necessary with my MC6. I use the VSGO Air-move Air Blower

for light - medium roast espresso, do you have a preference between eg1 core burrs vs. SLM burrs?

Hey Lance! Thanks for the video. I just got a DF83v and I am loving it. One interesting point you made is regarding when going from large grind size to smaller grind size. Would that apply to DF83v as well? Thanks!

Hey Lance, been excited for this one to come out! Thank you. You said the SLM are similar to the Core in the 80mm size. Are there any in the 64mm size that are also seem similar for you?

What we have been looking for! Pressing the like button even without watching.

Nice video... I can see that finally prebreakers are the new trend... and rightly so. I use cheap grinder from automatic KRUPS machine with RPM adjustment as my prebreaker for Lagom P100 and it works perfectly. Please all flat burrs producers... start designing grinder with the prebreakers :D

Lance, a tangential question: like brews, do you also prefer HU in something like an EK or does it perform similarly in every grinder?

Had my Monolith Max for about two months and I’m still working through all the variables but, it’s transformed my shots beyond all recognition.

I was interested in one of these because of the great build quality, but that double bellow business is insane for a grinder at this price point! That cone pre breaker is pretty sweet though.

The one I really had an inkling towards was the Levercraft Ultra. Nowadays my endgame would be one of the newer Zerno grinders but since that's a long shot I'll stay pleased with my K Plus.

The double bellow,magic 🙏🏼 love it Lance

Lance, were there shims in place when you took it apart? If so, can you simply reassemble suing the same shim and shim layout?

Anyone know where I can find info about the p100 mod he talks about to reverse spin?

I had a Eureka single dose for nearly a year and I thought it was an amazing grinder since it usually gets good reviews and is made in Italy. THEN I got an all-black MAX2 and honestly there is no comparison at all. The MAX2 does everything better. not only that but I can taste the notes for the first time. I know it's expensive but after being an espresso drinker for years I came to the conclusion that having an expensive grinder with a regular/basic espresso machine is way better than owning an expensive espresso machine but having a basic grinder.

Brilliant video. Quick question Lance if you don’t mind. Do you enjoy cleaning your equipment? Taking things apart and seeing how they operate? I do and I love taking my EG1 and LM Strada EP1 apart. Keeping it clean is part of the enjoyment of coffee.

I just bought one with MD burrs (Medium Dark)

I can't wait for Hance Ledrick's video on this one. It's a freaking gem with all the huffing and puffing and double prodding.

Hey lance, where would you spend my money for an espresso first setup? Eg1 or max 2?

Curious if you prefer these over the Weber EG1. I am looking to purchase something like this, but initially it will be only for filter coffee. Leaning towards EG1 with ULF burrs.

As mentioned near the start of the video in regards to what features may be included with the grinder on pre-order, I wonder what the cutoff date for new features/tech/design etc is as there is an update agreement that one agrees to when ordering a grinder that states it may receive minor to major improvements from what was pictured at the time of placing an order

What’s that nice white ceramic vessel you use to spritz your beans before dropping them into the grinder in all these videos?

Another banger Lance. Will you be doing a review vid of the Aries soon?

My gen 1 with LM burrs has never stalled.

Amazing video! Lance, can you recommend grind setting for your Ultimate pouriver recipe on Sculptor 078. I saw on your review the setting was 6, but isn't it too fine?

How’s that acceptable to have such a poor workflow and high retention for that price?

Great video Lance and fellow coffee nerds. I'm lucky to have an EK43 with pre 2015 burrs. What's the issue with pre 2015 burrs thats briefly mentioned? Can anyone point me towards more info? Cheers.

And what is the current "out of the box" grinder for filter "ace brews"?

Lance was getting some hate on the KafaTek forum before the video launched expecting it to be negative, but it was really fair. I have a Max SLM and reading all the comments i can see how it looks crazy to buy such an expensive grinder and need to play all these games... but then you taste the coffee and you understand...

Since you mentioned it how do you like pk100 burrs and maybe a few words on the grider?

And here I am extremely happy with my encore esp :D

Dis gonn be good

Very comprehensive, thank you, I made some comments in Kafatek forums. Beautiful Faema in the background! Do you have a video on that / plan to make one? I searched, didn't find...

How's the taste vs the eg-1?

I want to know what brand your handheld vacuum is? Also. Do you recommend it? Anyone who knows or has one they recommend is welcome to respond.

Sheesh that double bellow technique got me all….you know what gang nvm

Is it better than Weber EG-1?

Why does the version you purchase look like a prototype compared to the original? The textured lines give it a 3D print vibe, I prefer the matt over glossy, and that yellow sticker I assume can be removed?

Good review and as always thanks for spending the money so I don’t have to ❤

Awesome video. Hope you'll a bit how much the auger on the Philos, negate the effect of slow-feeding. I love the results of slow-feeding, but hate the process.

burr man is back 🥶

You are my favorite Lance.

I’m considering the conical version to pair with my decent - I prefer comfort classic medium-dark espresso. Would love to see a review of the MC and how it compare to the flat max2

Don’t they also have a large conical? Will you be doing a review on that as well?

Videos such as this remind me of the golfing gadgets, each of which will add 5 yds to your drive, or fuel gadgets that give you extra MPG. There is a law of diminishing returns, which for me is to use none of it, be it golf, gas, or coffee.

Lance, can you do some home roaster reviews and guides? I think it’d be a great series.

I'm rocking the Max V2 with a Flair 58. Wondering if I should upgrade to the Strietman C2? Hint, hint Lance?

As a Cafelat Robot user (Espresso - medium/light roast) looking for an end game grinder and was wondering if this could be it? Or can I achieve similar results with something more affordable?

What is the vacuum I see in the beginning

Ahhhh yes The Double Bellows was my signature move in high school.

Sweet I cant afford this obviously but now i get to have an opinion on it.

lance, love u but HELP ME :). Im 4k budget, mainly for filters, EG1 or monolithMax? I already have Timemore 070, DF64 SSPMP, NicheZero and a Decent XXL. I do not know what to do... ( Obrigado!!!! )

15:39 Please find a way to add a vacuum to remove chaff between the pre-breaking and final cutting burrs, manufacturers of multi burr grinders.

Yes! I'm part of the 12 people statistic!

Great video as always Lance ! Just a little question, you mention quickly SSp 98 LU, but how does theses burrs position themselves in relation to other SSPs / kafatek/ EK... ? ( for filter and espresso ) . Thank you very much for your answer, it's difficult to have any feedback on theses burrs 😅

Thanks Lance, I have an lagom 01 on order but i am a bit worried about getting locked into just the 102MM mizen maybe it is worth going to kafatek, it is really tough at this level.

I love how you're a coffee nerd first and a content creator second. You shouldn't take apart the grinder, but…. 😂 Thats exactly what I would do!

Have you tried the sweet lab burrs that SSP makes for the eg-1?

Yes! Thank you Lance! I have the Monolith Max2 (LM Burrs) and the EG-1 (DB2 Ultra). I tend to use the EG-1 more (for all filter and most espresso). I find that I can't grind fine enough for espresso with the LM burrs if I have a very light coffee. Glad to see burr comparisons.

Oh yeah.. Get that double bellow!

Hey Lance! Can you please shed some light on the import duties (and/or process) to Europe as you are a good example for the typical experience now. Thanks a lot!

Jesus, nearly 4k for that retention clearing workflow?!

I love the pre-breaker idea. I wonder if it will filter down to less expensive grinders (niche trio?) in the future. With the giant yellow sticker, this kinda feels opposite from the Mx. Cool Aries. I know if my grinder had a sticker like that, I would never open it ever. Thanks for doing the scary stuff, so we don't have to :D

Appears to be using a servo motor, like in robotics and direct drive wheels in sim racing etc.

I love to see the Option-O dosing cup everybody hates (because it is so cheap made) in so many videos 🤣 I have one too and use it every day 👍 Made my day 🙂