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Product Details

Overall Rating	8.6, Based on 226 Reviews
Avg Price	$629.00
Manufacturer	Rancilio
Machine Type	Pump, Single Boiler, Reservoir, Semi Auto, Espresso Machine
Colors	Satin Stainless Steel
Class	Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review	No
First Look	Yes
QuickShot	No

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Consumer Espresso: Rancilio Silvia
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A true benchmark machine, this machine made Rancilio a lot of money since it was introduced in 1998 - it has become the standard against which all other consumer, single boiler machines are measured against. Currently in its 3rd revision.

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Chris Clark (quality: 9.2)	03.31.2012	Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: The Silvia is about patience and practice. If you have both in store, you're ready to go.

Stanley Wong (quality: 9.0)	12.29.2010	Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Great machine to learn Barista skills on. It will last and last. Not a good machine for multiple shots when entertaining.

Joe DP (quality: 8.8)	05.11.2008	Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Best home espresso machine in its class with “legendary” status and capable of providing quality espresso to rival machines costing 2x as much.

Eric Larson (quality: 8.6)	02.19.2002	Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: An excellent choice for the do-it-yourself crowd. Takes some learning, but the results are worth it.

Dave Borton (quality: 8.6)	02.09.2008	Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: One or two 'spressos a day? Look no further, say, "a Silvia please."

Gregory Scace (quality: 8.4)	10.11.2001	Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Probably the best single boiler machine on the market. And it's a helluva deal in the US.

Samurai K (quality: 8.3)	11.04.2010	Rating: 7.0
Bottom Line: Silvia is finicky so technique is very important. Get a PID to make you and her happy.

Ronald Fischer (quality: 8.0)	10.14.2011	Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Makes great espresso, slowly.

Benjamin Fournier (quality: 8.0)	08.03.2007	Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Excellent first espresso machine for the home. Highly superior value to lower end machines, well worth the step up. Exceptional resale value if later upgrade desired.

Steve Cairns (quality: 8.0)	04.28.2006	Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: A superb machine for the money. For those willing to spend time to get to know this equipment, they will be rewarded with wonderful espresso shots and espresso based drinks.

Dave S. (quality: 8.0)	12.01.2007	Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: The PID temperature controller brings out the Silvia's full potential

Toto Di Torretta (quality: 8.0)	06.11.2002	Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: WARNING: It may not get better than Silvia (in the USD 400 category).

Dan Kehn (quality: 7.9)	06.09.2003	Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Silvia is the great performer, but if you do a lot of successive milk-based drinks, consider an HX machine

Chris Wood (quality: 7.8)	06.18.2002	Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Silvia is a terrific home machine for the beginner or the experienced home-barista.

Bartholomew Bono (quality: 7.7)	02.06.2007	Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: You could spend more, but I don't think you could make better espresso.

Matthew Adams (quality: 7.7)	11.16.2004	Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: A very capable domestic machine that will no doubt exceed expectations on all fronts.

Jason Spinak (quality: 7.6)	03.03.2004	Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Your first big step towards the elusive quality of espresso perfection

Bruce Evans (quality: 7.6)	06.22.2008	Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: For light duty, with the PID modification and consistent technique, the Silvia is a great performer and a great value!

James Park (quality: 7.6)	01.15.2004	Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Smooth, deep, rich, highly complex flavor and aroma. Visually intricate and lasting crema. Elegant industrial design. Silvia is a daily oracle of delight.

Michael Plewa (quality: 7.5)	12.17.2006	Rating: 9.8
Bottom Line: The Silvia has earned the right to be the benchmark against which all single boiler espresso makers are compared.

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