OP you and I seem to have a similar dilemma. I have a LM Micra. It's been fantastic. I had used a Salvatore for many years, very much like driving an old manual 911, but made great coffee. The LM makes it so much easier to be consistent. Like you, i want push button go and

Last time I checked, the thread asks about philosophy, and when a lever isn't a lever. Last time i checked, function was as much part of philosophy (or science, or any kind of knowledge) as form. Simple definitions, on the other hand, are either just preparatory, or hidden attempts to exercise a specious and unreasoned authority. Let me

Meant to ask...what is the new machine?

Why do you think it's channeling? When my shots are too bitter, it is usually over extraction, so I think grinding finer might hurt instead of helping. Or, the brew water might be too hot. If the machine is new to you, playing with temperature is easy. There is no reason to think

Short backstory: I have a Niche Zero, and up until recently had an HG-1 Prime. I liked to try coffees on both grinders, as sometimes one or the other would really make it shine. The HG-1 is great, but takes up a bit of horizontal space, and has to be near the front of the setup. Also, I really prefer

I had a quick first hand experience with the Philos prototype about a year ago, at the local distributor's lab. They were part of a worldwide testing/feedback group. I was told back then the grinder is to come in 2 months, however it hasn't until now. I have to be honest what I saw back then was a little clunky

So my new espresso machine arrived yesterday afternoon and I have been trying to dial it in, but I am having a hard time. I am working with an 18 gram dose in an IMS Barista Pro 18 gram basket. When my grind size is set such that my 36 gram extraction takes 30 seconds, I get very

I've been using a Linea Mini + e37z hero for 3 years at home, and I got a DE1 + EG-1 for my office last month. I've been pulling the same shots, but so far I can't match the Mini with the DE1. Help me figure out why. Here's the details. First setup: linea mini with

I totally agree with Malling's point of view on this. No matter the recent changes Mazzer have made, the brand is still mostly geared towards commercial usage and has been long eclipsed by new companies making grinders specifically for home baristas. Mazzer prices are not appealing for home users considering you can find quite a few single dosing

Why do the post 83 command a slight premium? Is it solely due to lack of asbestos or are there other factors to consider?