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Mig Vapor Sub Herb Black Review

Dave Kriegel
October 7, 2016

Mig Vapor Sub Herb Black intro

A while back I reviewed the original Sub Herb by Mig Vapor. Today we are going to look at the brand new Sub Herb Black, an improved dry herb atomizer tank. Mig Vapor not only changed the color and tinted the glass black for better discretion, but also improved the airflow. I prefer the draw on the new Sub Herb black even more than the original.

When I spoke with Mig Vapor, they told me how hard they worked to find the perfect balance of airflow for this device.

Besides the airflow and color, Mig Vapor has also added a spring loaded ceramic filter, which holds your herb in place so that it doesn’t fly around while using it. Let’s take a closer look…

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Mig Vapor Sub Herb Black specs and features

Kit Content

  • Sub Herb vape mod tank
  • 2 Silicone mouth pieces
  • Dab Tool
  • New heat sensitive air-flow-base
  • Rubber tank protector
  • User Manual
  • Gold plated 510 connectors
  • 4 extra mesh
  • Gift Box
  • 1 Manual
  • Wicks for concentrates
  • Spring and plate herb Holder inside
  • DOA Day Warranty Factory defect

Specifications

  • Black Glass dry herb tank vape mod tank
  • For use with sub ohm batteries
  • Ceramic Plate for Herb and Concentrates
  • No Exposed Coils
  • Baking watts 19-27w mod (MR Battery)
  • New improved ceramic heating technology
  • 3 Second heat up time
  • No Plastics
  • 65 degrees hotter than the Standard Sub herb
  • Stainless steel- coated in Black
  • Replaceable mesh
  • Avoid using temp control mod
  • Baking style or burn
  • depending on the power you allow
  • Low Resistance 0.5 ohm coil inside the baking plate
  • The new black-Looks like a vapor tank ( stealth )

Notable remarks

Price

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$42.95

Though the Sub Herb is only about the price of a regular sub-ohm tank, compared to the cost of most portable herbal vaporizers, it is just a fraction of that. If you already have a mod for e-liquid then this is a good option for vaporizing dry herb for under $50.

Thoughts

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The Mig Vapor Sub Herb Black comes with dark tinted glass and has a beautiful black finish. It looks like a sub-ohm tank, so you can throw the Sub Herb Black on a vape mod and most people won’t even know the difference. One of the things I hoped for on the original version was the airflow, which has been increased.

I think they have achieved the perfect amount of draw resistance. According to Mig Vapor, if they would have made it any bigger, the Sub Herb Black would not be able to function as effectively as it does.

The Sub Herb Black kit comes in a colorful box with a bunch of goodies. I love the updated vape band that they give you which is now black and green instead of clear. You also get tools and all of the accessories for using your Sub Herb black with waxy concentrates.

The thing about the Sub Herb Black is that it’s not for beginners. There is a learning curve to understand exactly how to use it properly, which comes from experience using it. If you are using it properly then you can get a great vape out of it. However, it may take some time to learn the ropes.

Performance

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Since this piece hooks up to your mod, you have full control over the wattage output. I would strongly recommend starting low, around 20 watts. Then pulse the atomizer until you feel it heating up, and see the vapor beginning to form. Then throw on the cap and let ‘er rip!

At some point you may want to stir or pack the herb, so that you can get the most out of it. I listed this as a con, although this is common with most herbal vaporizers including the Pax 2.

Overall I would say the Sub Herb Black performs very similar to the original, however the added features makes it even more enjoyable to use. The draw resistance is a lot better and the ceramic filter not only holds the herb in place, but increases heat conduction, resulting in more vapor.

The thing with the Sub Herb Black is that you have full control over your experience. If you want to crank it up to 27 watts, it will hit really hard. If you just want great flavor, I would recommend staying at around 20-25 watts.

Keep in mind if you are chain-vaping it at a high wattage, the ceramic can get hot and you may run the risk of charring your herb. However, If used properly, the Sub Herb Black can vaporize without combustion. Just take breaks between hits to let the ceramic cool down, and never exceed the recommended wattage. Oh yea, and NEVER use it in temp control mode!

One last tip that I would like to mention is that the Sub Herb is actually super easy to clean. All you need to do is soak it in alcohol, give it a wipe and it will look brand new again. The herb chamber will eventually turn black in color, but I noticed this has a positive impact on flavor.

It is kind of like when you have an old barbecue grill, and you don’t clean it for a while.

Likes

  • Compatible with existing mod
  • On demand heating
  • Discreet
  • Nice draw resistance
  • Made from good quality material (pyrex and stainless steel)
  • Can also vape wax concentrates

Dislikes

  • Takes some time to learn how to use
  • Ceramic plate is not removable from the base
  • May need to stir/re-pack your herbs during a session

Verdict

To be totally honest, the Sub Herb Black does take some practice to use. You might not even get the results you were hoping for at first. However, once you understand how it works better, and get some experience with it, you can get a really nice vape. For less than a third the price of the MigVapor Matrix, this is totally worth it for somebody who already owns a vape mod.

In summary, the Mig Vapor Sub Herb Black is a unique little tank that does the job. It is great if you want to start vaporizing herb without spending over a $100 on a whole new setup. It is also great if you are on the go and don’t want to bring a hundred vapes with you all the time. It is very easy to conceal and break out when necessary making it ideal for on-the-go situations.

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Born in Brooklyn, New York, Dave has always had a passion for helping people quit smoking. As a former smoker himself, he knew how hard it could be. As soon as he learned about vaping, he instantly became obsessed with it and helped many people stop smoking. Vaping360 has given Dave a platform to do this on a much larger scale, by educating the public about the wonders of vaping. When Dave is not writing he is either listening to music, performing it, or cruising around on his Penny board.
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Samuel gonzaga
Samuel gonzaga
4 years ago

I bought one and I’ve used it 3 times so far. Until now I’m very disappointed for the fact that I’m not able to vaporise the weed, it only burns. And even that it’s hard af. Thanks to your review I’m looking forward to master it, but still it looks way more complicated than it should. If you have any more tips please create another review. Thank you

Nick
Nick
4 years ago
Reply to  Dave Kriegel

Thanx for asking this question Samuel and your response Dave. I bought mine a cpl weeks ago. Manual is worthless and am frustrated also. I only use for herb and thought it was ready when the chamber got hot, just so I could see a little smoke and think it’s working. Won’t do that anymore. I’ve been searching for anything, i.e. videos, websites….so glad I hit yours. Mig’s cust svc isn’t helpful either but, idk maybe it’s a legal thing. They told me to look on youtube….what does that tell ya. Anyway, still glad I bought it becuz if I… Read more »

Nick
Nick
4 years ago
Reply to  Dave Kriegel

Thank you for your prompt response. The reason I bought this is because of the video(s) I saw on youtube but none of them explained how to use….and really, only wanted something for herb. I don’t dab or oil.

If I may impose, and to be clear, (again because the manual is useless) so you repeatedly pulse the button and you DON”T HOLD DOWN, correct?

Maybe you can’t answer my question but I thought I would see.

Thank you again for any guidance

Kyle
Kyle
4 years ago

Just bought today and you review is very helpful. I’m brand new to vaping dry herb and thus seems to come with screens and I’m not sure where they are supposed to go?

Sara
Sara
4 years ago

I bought this for my partner for his medical use, he is experienced so had zero learning curve, but I found this review very helpful for him to have an optimized experience with it.

Daniel
Daniel
4 years ago

I just got one today. It is a different experience. How many “drags” old one be looking to safely get from a half to 3/4 packed ceramic? I use the i stik pico. I followed directions on how to set the settings but I worry I’m still at too high of a wattage.

SubversiveStyle
SubversiveStyle
3 years ago

It’s false advertising and a faulty product- if using the very substance it’s meant for breaks and “compromises” the coil…then what good is it? The wicks are intolerable- skip this and find a real ceramic coil.