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I often entertain upgrading from our Alex Duetto III to either a Speedster Idro-Matic or a LM GS3-MP. The nagging question is would it be worth the improvement in the cup to do so. Our machine is already direct plumbed and drained and on a...

Are there advantages to using pre-infusion over just using longer extraction times and stopping the extraction by weight (1.5x the dose, for instance) or color (blonding) with medium to dark roasts? Contact time is longer when not using...

Does the thing really work? I was thinking of purchasing around 50pcs or more just to keep beans that are pretty expensive(never purchased beans that are crazy expensive yet though) and use it for a special occasions. The Kanso bean tubes...

I am at a roasting crossroads and I'm hoping y'all can help. I have a Toper Cafemino Electric (1kg drum) and I cannot prevent crash, and have to take drastic measures to prevent flick. I've made hundreds (400) attempts to get a nice convex...

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I have a pre-owned Monolith conical with the 68mm burrs. I tried doing a search on here but no results came up.
I found some red speed burrs for the Compak that may fit but not sure. I can't tell how good these original burrs...

I just saw an interesting video () that shows how inconsistent particle size means that large particles can be very underextracted while smaller particles get completely extracted. So, if you blend two different bean types (like a harder...

Hello to all Quick mill owners, i'm quite new to Home espresso.

Recently bought Alexia Evo, 99.9% for espresso, i have paired it up with the Profitec ProT64 grinder.

I believe this combination will last me for many years without getting...

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Hey I've narrowed it down to a specilaita or the niche... but I saw on fb marketplace some one has a super jolly but the timer switch needs to be replaced... and there like $81 on espresso parts... the guy is asking 150 for the SJ. Would...

Alright, I was hoping to be able to do enough research to find what I wanted but I keep getting stuck at different places. This might be a long post. I currently own an Aergrind and Gaggia Classic. They work fine together but I want to get...

The other day my 7-270Wi died (BTW, kudos to Baratza for getting a power board out to me very quickly; a pox on USPS/Canada Post for taking so long to get it to me :( ). So, I pulled out my old Breville grinder, which we use for pour over...

Hi Guys,
this is my first post over here, my apologies if I'm posting in the wrong section:

I have spent the past 2 years of my specialty roasting career following the "RaoR parameters" (always declining RoR :D ) with more or...

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I would kindly appreciate if someone could help me with my issue right now! Ok, first of all is important to know that I am a beginner and only do coffees for me at home and when I have friends around. My equipment is: Profitec...

I've heard of various grinders stalling on occasion after upgrading to SSP burrs (more aggressive). Does anyone have info they can point me to on what and how to upgrade? I've seen suggestions to use a larger capacitor, and other...

Seeking recommendations for a 20A smart plug/timer for my new-to-me-oh-boy-I-can't-wait-to-get-it-all-plumbed-and-wired Elektra A3.

I had a Wemo on my Silvia and that was great. Would prefer remote access--turn on and off from my...

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Another new fantastic item at 1st-line! Do you have an E61 grouphead that you want to measure the brew pressure at the grouphead, then we have a superb solution!

Some E61 HX machines do not have a pump pressure, nor brew...

Hello All! First post, but this sight has been a wealth of information. Anyway I need your help my fellow home baristas even the pros if you are on here. LOL

I recently purchased a Profitec Pro 500 along with a Fiorenzato 4E Nano. I have...

Anyone have experience with this line of machines?

I've seen them around for awhile now and thought it might offer a novel occasional alternative to my typical filter and espresso brewing. I haven't heard much about them though and am...

Hello,

I have few more questions to deepen my understanding of automatic espresso machine.
I will appreciate any help.

My machine is astoria CKXE with vibratory pump.
this is the hydraulic diagram and the group head:

I want to...