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  • #16
    Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

    Originally posted by 322730322520393938343B550 link=1333414508/14#14 date=1333505450
    Those who find VSTs too hard to use
    I didnt find my 18g VST hard to use, however I prefer my La Marzocco, results in the cup were very similar, the LM knocks out cleaner and is easier to remove from my PF.

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    • #17
      Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

      I have 2x 18g EP baskets.
      Also have VST and Synesso.

      I swap between VST and Synesso baskets.

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      • #18
        Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

        Originally posted by 5874777275444C1B0 link=1333414508/16#16 date=1333533811
        I have 2x 18g EP baskets.
        Also have VST and Synesso.

        I swap between VST and Synesso baskets.
        Does this mean you dont like the EP baskets? How do you find they compare to the VST and Synesso?

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        • #19
          Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

          Been a while since I used them actually. They came with some stuff I bought from EP about 9mths ago.

          Ill get one out and have a play with it tommorow.

          If I remember correctly I put it away as a silent protest to the terrible service I received, even after spending quite a bit of coin with them

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          • #20
            Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

            Ok so Ive just had a good look over and some shots through each Synesso, VST and the EP  baskets. All sold as 18g baskets
            I was limited to the amount of coffee I have on stock and was planning on grabbing some more today, but alas Easter is on us and the local roaster is closed.

            Visuals
            VST- is clearly the winner in this stake, looks the best with all holes evenly spaced and yes you pay extra for that.
            Synesso- My synesso is a few years old and looks it. That aside, the holes closer to the edge are inconsistently punched with some not at all. some unevenly spaced holes. Not bad tho, same as my LM basket.
            EP basket- was surprised to find some holes were not punched through. Evenly spaced though.

            All three baskets are different shape with the VST being the most vertical and smaller radius on the bottom, Synesso has the most angle on the sides. The EP basket was more vertical than the Synesso but has a much larger radius on the bottom.

            Taste (remembering that I had limited coffee and didnt get the best from the shots, but I believe I got the idea)
            Using a Mocha Java style blend  I had enough for a few shots each. A blend of Ethiopian, Colombian, PNG and Guatemalan coffees. 13 days post roast.

            Synesso basket- I think this style of blend suits the synesso basket best. Nice choc/caramel notes. 19 grams in 35 gram shot in 27 sec at 92deg is the sweet spot for me.

            VST basket- I think this basket suits the brighter coffees best, for me its what I use for SOs that are fruity or acidic eg berry, apple, citrus etc. With the coffee I had, it highlighted the brighter notes in the blend, the Ethiopian and Colombian brightness for me dominated the cup muting the choc notes of the blend. As usual had to grind finer with this basket and dose needs to be a little more compared to the synesso, or you get sloppy pucks. didnt quite get the best from this but needed the coffee for the EP basket.

            EP basket- Similar grind and dose to the VST basket, a little larger than the synesso. Similar flavors to the VST basket but perhaps not quite as bright and slightly flatter. Didnt quite get the best from this basket either but ran out of coffee. I did achieve a similar shot the the VST though so Id say it is comparable.

            So my preference is still the Synesso for a Mocha Java style coffee, and Ill still stick with the VST for the SOs I have that are brighter. I guess that means for me at least the EP basket will go back into the box for now.

            Everyone has different palates and preferences, Id say the EP basket is worth a try if you like to play with more variables to find your god shot. Its not difficult to use, but I havent found any of the baskets hard, just different. Keep in mind the dose and grind will probably change when you change baskets.

            I hope you appreciate that I will now be without coffee for probably 3 days as I have none , even if I roasted my own it wouldnt be ready, will have to see if other roasters are open this weekend in Brisbane

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            • #21
              Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

              Originally posted by 517D7E7B7C4D45120 link=1333414508/19#19 date=1333779954
              EP basket- was surprised to find some holes were not punched through. Evenly spaced though.
              Sounds like you might have received a dud from EP Ronin.  :-?

              FWIW, we have close on 100 of them and I have checked every single one today. Not a closed hole to be seen. They all look pretty good to the naked eye.

              I have been using them in the GS/3 and now in our Alex Duetto demo which has come home to stand in for it (its dead....again :) and I like the results in the cup.

              Our intention is to keep them on range.

              Chris

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              • #22
                Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                Id say I got 2 duds there Chris.
                Both baskets are missing holes which in my experience with lasers (not much but I have used them) is a faulty laser or programming.

                Ive also received other duds from EP but I will never again receive anything from them. I hope your dealings with them are better than mine and others Ive heard of.

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                • #23
                  Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                  Originally posted by 1935363334050D5A0 link=1333414508/21#21 date=1333921145
                  Id say I got 2 duds there Chris.
                  Both baskets are missing holes which in my experience with lasers (not much but I have used them) is a faulty laser or programming.

                  Ive also received other duds from EP but I will never again receive anything from them. I hope your dealings with them are better than mine and others Ive heard of.
                  Yep- sure sounds like it Ronin

                  Ill leave it to Bernard to deal with them

                  Cheers

                  C

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                  • #24
                    Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                    Ronin, I assume you contacted EPNW about this? I appreciate your frustration but not every vendor monitors every forum and should be given an opportunity to address a problem via direct contact.

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                    • #25
                      Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                      They are fully aware of the problems Ive had Greg. They have had over 9 mths of regular contact (bi-weekly) and I was more than helpful on my end IMOP. Waiting for things that have been paid for and even having trouble getting a refund after 9 mths proved to be an issue in itself. Difficult for me to understand when a client has spent money but not received the goods, not a small transaction either.

                      The main issue was not with these baskets though but is only a secondary issue.

                      I will say again that the baskets themselves are worth a try. Ill not be getting rid of them and will prob take them to work at some point to fix the holes and try them again.

                      Im not trying to turn people off using Espresso Parts, just asking people to be wary.

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                      • #26
                        Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                        All good. Sometimes people experience a difficulty with a vendor and vent on a forum but dont give the manufacturer / retailer the opportunity to hear about and then fix the problem. Ive even read comments along the lines of "Im surprised XYZ hasnt bothered to address the concerns in this thread" on other forums, when chances are they dont even know it exists! Sounds like youve dotted all the Is and crossed all the Ts. The fact the problem took that long to resolve is a concern though.

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                        • #27
                          Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                          So far, we have not received a single defective basket.

                          If we should, it will be returned, not shipped!

                          Chris

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                          • #28
                            Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                            Gday all,

                            We have a quite a few of these out in the field. Keen to get some more out there for some more comments- be they good or bad.

                            The first 3 CSers who PM with name and delivery details  can have a pair (double and triple) on the house- on the condition that you you promise to add to this thread with your comments.

                            Cheers

                            Chris

                            Done and dusted. All 3 sets are now spoken for.

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                            • #29
                              Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                              Originally posted by 1A2F2225110D2128282B2B4E0 link=1333414508/27#27 date=1334988770
                              Gday all,

                              We have a quite a few of these out in the field. Keen to get some more out there for some more comments- be they good or bad.

                              The first 3 CSers who PM with name and delivery details  can have a pair (double and triple) on the house- on the condition that you you promise to add to this thread with your comments.

                              Cheers

                              Chris

                              Done and dusted. All 3 sets are now spoken for.
                              Thanks Chris,

                              I was one of the three lucky ones, just happened to be logged on at the right time.
                              Looking forward to giving the baskets a test drive.

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                              • #30
                                Re: Espresso Parts Precision Baskets

                                Received my EP baskets courtesy of Chris this morning.
                                At first glance they look very nicely finished with all holes present and correct.
                                Immediately pressed the double into service and without going into detail at this stage my first shot with it (a long black made my way) was spot on.
                                Will post more about them over the next week or so.

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