I've never had any problem hearing the cracks with the 57 RPM motor. If I stand back from the grill I find it easier to hear. Especially when roasting decaf.
I placed my order today and am looking forward to getting started next year. My frustration is that I live in the Caribbean and it takes so long to get anything shipped and cleared here! However, I am very grateful not to be experiencing the stateside snow and ice!
gsamu Senior Member Joined: 16 Sep 2004 Posts: 22 Location: Florida Expertise: I love coffee
Grinder: Mazzer Mini Drip: Technivorm Moccamaster Roaster: I Roast
Posted Sat Dec 25, 2004, 6:15pm Subject: Re: RK drum question
I would have to agree that the sounds from the first crack and second crack are very easy to hear. I usually roast 3-4 lbs at a time and even at 57rpm's, the sound is very distinct.
Posted Sat Dec 25, 2004, 7:13pm Subject: Re: RK drum question
electricbuckwheat Said:
My frustration is that I live in the Caribbean and it takes so long to get anything shipped and cleared here! However, I am very grateful not to be experiencing the stateside snow and ice!
I wish I could bring my RK to the Caribbean. I roasted 5-4# batches last week @ 29 degrees. That took about two hours. At least I have a nice warm grill to keep warm by. :)
electricbuckwheat Senior Member Joined: 11 Nov 2004 Posts: 23 Location: Nashville, Tn USA Expertise: I love coffee
Espresso: Elektra A3 Grinder: La Cimbali Jr. Grinder and... Vac Pot: Bodum Santos Drip: Melitta Clarity Roaster: RK Drum
Posted Sun Dec 26, 2004, 10:56am Subject: Re: RK drum question
gsamu, Thanks for your response. It will be great to actually hear cracks especially after my experience with the I-Roast.
TheArtfuldodger, Maybe you can come down to Anguilla and help me assemble the beast! No problem with ambient temperatures here! :) Just parts delivery. On a separate note, I sent you an email with a couple of other questions. Thanks so much for your offer to help.
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