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by swrobel
January 6th, 2013, 11:30 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 15
Views: 4580

Espresso-only machine recommendation (budget under $1000, don't need steam)

Ok, I can see the consensus here is that the Virtuoso won't cut it for quality espresso ... now I guess I'd just like to know why. I thought when I bought this grinder it was supposed to be one of the best, at least as far as home grinders go. I mean, I'm not opening a coffee shop.
by swrobel
January 5th, 2013, 10:00 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 15
Views: 4580

Espresso-only machine recommendation (budget under $1000, don't need steam)

I have the Virtuoso with Preciso burrs (model 586) so again, doubt it's the issue
by swrobel
January 5th, 2013, 8:24 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 15
Views: 4580

Espresso-only machine recommendation (budget under $1000, don't need steam)

I have a Baratza Virtuoso ... I don't think the grinder is the issue
by swrobel
January 4th, 2013, 11:45 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 15
Views: 4580

Espresso-only machine recommendation (budget under $1000, don't need steam)

I currently have a Saeco Aroma machine that got me started on my path to espresso obsession, but I think it's finally time to bit the bullet and upgrade. I've been watching excitedly as the multitude of factory PID machines has cropped up over the past year, so it seems like the market is finally ev...