It's been two months of playing with flow control, added by dimmer mod to my Classic in this thread , and I'm beginning to wonder if there's a better way to achieve the desired result.

I've been using the dimmer mod to hold the machine under 1 bar for about 7 seconds from pump...

I just ordered an extra chaff collector cap and plan to drill a hole into it to attach a microphone inside the chaff collector (and maybe also a thermocouple at a later stage). Now I just need to find a suitable microphone. Any recommendations for one that can withstand high...

Hello to everyone.

I am looking for E61 portafilter with double spouts. It should fit a 22gr vst ridgeless basket (height 28mm).

I have looked various sites but it is difficulty to judge from pics or even specs tbh. I've asked about the PESADO SS LM-E61 Portafilter to its...

I've finally had it with the office super auto and have decided to get an espresso setup. My office is architecturally stunning but about as sound proof as a tent, so I've decided to go with an open boiler lever and a portable hand grinder (such that I can go to the stairway to...

I'm a bit of a coffee newbie. I just recently gotten into the espresso game with a BDB. I'm happy with the espresso shots I pull. They taste like what a regular espresso you would get in a cafe. But how do you make the regular black coffee like a starbucks blonde roast black for...

Hello there people,

this question probably has been asked 1000+ times. But for the love of god - i'm not able to get the information i need.
The whole SSP Burr naming/usage topic is so out of control in my opinion! And i'd really love to get this topic out of mind :D

So my...

I have a Rocket Appartamento since 2019.

I do regular backflush. I use Nestle 5 Gallon bottled water to fill the tank.

I have never done a descaling before.

So this week I decided to do a descaling by a professional technician.

The technician told me that there are a lot...

I just arrived in Kerala India for a stay of several months. I am looking for green coffee but all I see for sale is for weight loss, antioxidants, and other medical claims while I need it for mental health. Even on Amazon I have a hard time discerning when all the flavor notes...

Hi all,

Can anyone help me source a replacement boiler ring / clamp for a La Pavoni P/TRE (see photos)--or something that will work? I picked up a 2-group machine cheap and finally pulled and opened the boiler. The cast aluminum ring / clamp is corroded and broken with several...

Hi all!
I have an espresso maker, but i don't know how to set dose for each button.
It's brand new Orchestrale Etnica. 3 groups (no display).
Please help me! Thank you!