Virtuoso with Preciso burr is not quite as nice as the Preciso, but CoffeeGeek review suggest it can produce good espresso grind. On a budget, this will have to do. The Giggia Espresso Pure seems quite cheap at $160. Is this machine fine? Can it steam milk (with the Saeco wand) and pull decent shots? I suppose the build quality would have to be quite trashy at arrive at this price point. This would come to a total of $400, which exceeds my budget of $300, but below absolute max of $500.
Madurodave Senior Member Joined: 3 Feb 2012 Posts: 141 Location: NH Expertise: I live coffee
Espresso: Rancilio Silvia Grinder: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso Vac Pot: Yama 5 cup Drip: Mr Coffee, perculator Roaster: HotTop B, West Bend Air...
Posted Tue Feb 21, 2012, 10:57am Subject: Re: Newbie buying machine, help me choose!
I know it is out of your max budget, but I still love the package deal I got from WLL on my Silvia and Preciso grinder. Lots of accessories to boot.
If you could go to $550, I see WLL has a Gaggia Baby Class and MDF grinder package. The Baby Class gives you a stainless housing, 3 way valve and a classier look.
Plus, you probably could either get them to knock off a few bucks or add some stuff to the purchase for free. Maybe a frothing pitcher, shot glass and nice SS tamper?
Dave Harley rider, Espresso drinker, Primo XL grill
The point here is to ask yourself the level of adjustment you want on your grinder. I, too, looked at the Rocky as it was visually appealing to me. But, decided against it as I wanted something that have more grind settings.
However, based on the reviews, I believe both machines are very adequate.
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