FellowGeek Senior Member Joined: 8 Oct 2002 Posts: 4 Location: Ohakea Expertise: Beginner
Espresso: Rancilio Silvia
Posted Tue Oct 8, 2002, 12:33am Subject: New Espresso Machine Buyer
Hey fellow geeks.
I am looking at finally entering the grown-up world of real Espresso machine owners. At present I have a very old steam driven pseudo-espresso machine which just doesn't cut the mustard any more. So (on a button) I am looking for advise on that first Espresso Machine purchase.
At present I am looking at the Gaggia Espresso, reviews seem OK. However I have also looked at the Gaggia Evolution, Gaggia Topazio, Gaggia Garezza, La Pavoni Cappuccino, La Pavoni Plus Lusso, Pavoni Eurobar, Nemox Sprint and Nemox Junior (current favorite). Can anyone help me choose?
jeru Senior Member Joined: 18 Sep 2002 Posts: 44 Location: Corvallis, OR Expertise: Intermediate
Espresso: Isomac Tea Grinder: Mazzer Mini
Posted Tue Oct 8, 2002, 7:24am Subject: Re: New Espresso Machine Buyer
Hey there, I'm no expert, and I'm not super familiar with the machines you've listed, but I too have been researching my next machine. After much (at work) web surfing, I've noticed two things for sure:
Save enough money for a GOOD grinder!
In the $300 - $400 price range, there is no competition with the Rancilio Silvia. Everyone is basically splooging over that machine (for the money). It seems like a quantum leap is necessary to improve on it (up to maybe $800+).
Posted Tue Oct 8, 2002, 2:18pm Subject: Re: New Espresso Machine Buyer
jeru Said:
Hey there, I'm no expert, and I'm not super familiar with the machines you've listed, but I too have been researching my next machine. After much (at work) web surfing, I've noticed two things for sure:
Save enough money for a GOOD grinder! In the $300 - $400 price range, there is no competition with the Rancilio Silvia. Everyone is basically splooging over that machine (for the money). It seems like a quantum leap is necessary to improve on it (up to maybe $800+).
FellowGeek Senior Member Joined: 8 Oct 2002 Posts: 4 Location: Ohakea Expertise: Beginner
Espresso: Rancilio Silvia
Posted Mon Oct 21, 2002, 2:21am Subject: Re: New Espresso Machine Buyer
Well after a great deal of searching and testing I have finally made the big purchase. After everything I have read and all the machines I have tried, I just couldn't beat the Rancilio Silvia for price or quality. So thanks for all of the advice and tips I have found on this site.
I picked up my new machine today for the hansome sum of $795 (New Zealand dollars approx = $400) fairly cheap really.. So far I have made it through the un-pack and instruction phase. I have filled the water tank ground a fresh batch of coffe and swithched my new baby on in anticipation of a fresh cup of coffee. Well here goes nothing, time to try my newby coffe making skills. Will let you know how things go.
FellowGeek Senior Member Joined: 8 Oct 2002 Posts: 4 Location: Ohakea Expertise: Beginner
Espresso: Rancilio Silvia
Posted Fri Nov 1, 2002, 2:06pm Subject: Re: New Espresso Machine Buyer
Yes, sleep is indeed over rated. Well after two weeks of continuous practice the planets have finally aligned and I am now able to produce an excellent shot every time. However, my continueing quest for the perfect shot was greatly assisted by the purchase of a good grinder (Mini Macho by Enzo, great grinder) and a half decent Tamper.
I too will now strive to finally attain enlightenment by achieving the God-Shot. My the espresso gods smile on all of us.....
MachoSilvia Senior Member Joined: 19 Aug 2006 Posts: 1 Location: New Zealand Expertise: I live coffee
Espresso: Rancilio Silvia Grinder: Mini Macho by ENZO Roaster: air popcorn popper
Posted Thu Mar 1, 2007, 8:53pm Subject: Re: New Espresso Machine Buyer
Hey, Mini macho is and excelent grinder, I have the same st up: silvia and mini macho, can make excelent espresso... Drinking espresso is a virtue, sleeping is not... if you are one, you are not the other. go figure ;)
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