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by swjeon
December 29th, 2018, 9:56 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 18
Views: 8235

Ready to step up to much nicer espresso grinder

I got the EK43s for the reason you mentioned. I am content and happy
by swjeon
December 27th, 2018, 3:10 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 23
Views: 2132

30 vs 44lbs of tamping pressure - does it matter?

I've never been able to measure tamping pressure. I think its different throughout different beans density and its grind size. Just what I feel, and never been tested
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by swjeon
December 7th, 2018, 5:27 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 22
Views: 3823

Is Mahlkonig EK43 worth it for home use?

I am happy with it for my home use. I typically brew/pull 50-60 cups a week and know its worth the money for me. Some may say there are better machines out there for the money and etc, but I am bias because I've always liked mahlkonig and it does exceptional job
by swjeon
November 10th, 2018, 8:46 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 23
Views: 11654

Mahlkonig EK43s worth it?

I made the transition over to EK43s from my K30 air and could not be happier. It is definitely true that pulling consistent syrupy espresso shots are bit more finicky, but the ability to handle pour over grind on the fly has been awesome for me
by swjeon
September 25th, 2018, 11:04 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 3
Views: 590

Surge of Rocket equipment returns?

Maybe you are right. Maybe it was not the brand, but the fact that it was an entry level machine that I wasn't happy with. It also seems that people like me gravitate towards their machines and have similar thoughts as I do. Maybe its a coincidence, maybe not
by swjeon
September 21st, 2018, 9:28 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 3
Views: 590

Surge of Rocket equipment returns?

I did exactly that...bought the appartamento when it came out. Returned and got a Pro700 for little more and believe it was a good choice. Felt that I get what I pay for and little extra spending to get a better unit was a prudent decision in the long run. This is just my personal opinion and
by swjeon
September 15th, 2018, 10:27 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 27
Views: 2096

Next progression in espresso machine

I have always been intrigued by lever machines. Is LR the go-to lever machine?
by swjeon
September 14th, 2018, 10:45 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 27
Views: 2096

Next progression in espresso machine

Thanks everyone for all your input! I am def a gearhead, but that isn't the only reason. Every week, I pick out new coffee from different region with variety of roasting profiles. Having a simple 9 bars of pressure from start to finish isn't the best approach (at least in my own little world). Call me
by swjeon
September 11th, 2018, 11:21 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 27
Views: 2096

Next progression in espresso machine

Hi, I've had my profitec pro700 for about 2 years now. Learned a lot about coffee and enjoyed the learning curve of being a home barista. Pro700 has been great, but I feel like I've exhausted all futures that the machine can offer. Which machine should be the next step in my home barista career?
by swjeon
September 11th, 2018, 11:08 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 8031
Views: 1322281

Post a pic of your home espresso setup...

Always looked through this thread and admired, but never posted. {image}