Recommendations for espresso equipment buyers and upgraders.
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Buying advice for a good but cheap espresso machine
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sisyfos » Oct 01, 2019, 3:47 am
Hi everyone,
I need some advice for buying an espresso machine. What is important for a good espresso machine? (with portafilter and steam wand)
Unfortunately I have a really low budget, because I recently purchased niche zero grinder, so I can't afford more than 100-150€....
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Yesterday, 7:29 am
Last post by Oskuk
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Macap M4 burr replacement
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EvergreenBuzzBuzz » Dec 13, 2019, 2:18 pm
Any recommendations. Gave this grinder to my son. I am sure the burrs need replacing. They are listed at Chris Coffee as MACAP M4 BURRS 58 MM
4M135
Curious if he should consider some other type or brand?
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Yesterday, 2:07 am
Last post by Mountain
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Used grinder options, budget about $200
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ludespeedny » Dec 13, 2019, 10:32 pm
I am looking to get a decent grinder for my new to me Silvia my budget is only about $200. I was thinking I would probably get more bang for my buck by looking for older used grinders and fixing one of them up. I also see that the Silvia is pretty picky about grinds.
Aside from...
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Dec 14, 2019, 8:51 pm
Last post by ludespeedny
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First good grinder to pair with Rancilio Silvia.
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TLN » Dec 11, 2019, 2:55 am
Hi all.
Was pleasantly surprised when I received Rancilio Silvia as a present last month. Still learning about home espresso but I quickly realized that I need own grinder. My first thought was to get Rancilio Rocky and call it a day, but I googled a bit more... and more.
I'm...
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Dec 14, 2019, 6:42 am
Last post by NISMO_Juke
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Upside-down Hario V60 Drip Scale?
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four.pm » Dec 12, 2019, 4:59 pm
Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and the world of good coffee!
I'm looking for a non-smart scale like the Hario VST-2000B, except the weighing pan is on the bottom for waterproofing. Is there such a thing? I haven't been able to find one. Thanks for your help!
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Dec 14, 2019, 1:31 am
Last post by thoang77
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What is a fair price for a KvdW Idrocompresso?
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EddyQ » Dec 13, 2019, 11:01 pm
I may have found a used Kees Van Der Westen Idrocompresso dual lever up for sale. The shop has had it since about 2014 and it is a busy place. I have only seen it in photos, but I am considering visiting and making an offer. I have done some some googling and it seems the price...
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Dec 13, 2019, 11:01 pm
Last post by EddyQ
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Small espresso machine NSF approved
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Ale88 » Nov 28, 2019, 3:04 pm
Hello guys,
I have a small ice cream and pastry shop and I'd like to add an espresso machine. The local Public Health Department requires a floor sink for the coffee machines and they also have to to be connected directly to the building plumbing, and I don't want to break the...
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Dec 13, 2019, 12:47 pm
Last post by Ale88
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53mm portafilters with a Niche Zero?
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downy_ball » Dec 11, 2019, 12:10 am
In researching a new grinder the NZ certainly ticks off a lot of boxes, except for the fact that it's only available with a 58mm dosing cup and my soon-to-arrive La Spaziale S1 Mini Vivaldi II uses 53mm portafilters. I know there's a few folks on here using 53mm portafilters...
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Dec 12, 2019, 4:10 pm
Last post by daveR1
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Advice on auto grinder comparable to Helor 101
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Aficionado » Dec 08, 2019, 4:04 am
Currently own a Helor 101 for my espresso, but am getting lazy to grind by hand, and will be tilting towards french press (90% of the time) vs espresso.
Can anyone advise based on the criteria below?
- Small footprint with small hopper for beans
- Can dose evenly and directly...
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Dec 11, 2019, 7:44 pm
Last post by Aficionado
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Best grinder for home espresso
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Katrinagrace__ » Oct 30, 2019, 11:24 am
Looking to find a good grinder at a decent price for my home coffee set up. I'm brewing on an Astoria semi-commerical and what a grinder that will be able to match it's capabilities. From experience, what's the best grinder to use at home for espresso?
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Dec 11, 2019, 9:33 am
Last post by Joshfilm