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  • #31
    Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

    Originally posted by Matt King link=1175237291/15#29 date=1179654105
    Originally posted by 2muchcoffeeman link=1175237291/15#18 date=1175667619
    The way to evaluate a Vibiemme would be to run it against a known e-61 machine and do a blind comparo....Any volunteers?
    Hey Chris, now that I see youre dealing these, how about volunteering? 8-)
    Id be delighted to do that at the showroom on Saturday arvo- say 1.30?....Lets run them through their paces....Email me to express interest if youd like to come...

    I am   with the machine....The pressurestat was set at 1.3 bar on receipt- too high. With a few tweaks on my bench, this machine is going to give the Giotto a serious run...Internal build is AMAZING...Almost everything except the vibe pump is commercial stuff. I think its worth the extra spend....

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    • #32
      Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

      Is there an option for plumb in with rotary?
      I think it would be also good if it can have a shoot out with domobar, giotto and galatea

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      • #33
        Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

        OK, you pay for the flights and Ill be there! j/k Look forward to seeing your opinion.

        So, if I could get one of these for less than a Giotto youd say it was a good deal?

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        • #34
          Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

          Originally posted by Coffee Kid link=1175237291/30#31 date=1179656078
          Is there an option for plumb in with rotary?
          Yes, and its cheaper and smaller.

          Oh, and if you want to see the build quality, VBM have a little video on their website (though it appears to be of a variety of machines, based on the part sizes)

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          • #35
            Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

            Yes Matt- the black sided ones are less than a Giotto- Vibiemme put a pretty big premium on stainless steel. I believe that Vibiemme shot quality is outstanding. I dont like the stock tip because the porting is terrible. It needs lead free, cadmium free fill for the holes and then for them to be re-drilled.

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            • #36
              Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

              Originally posted by Matt King link=1175237291/30#33 date=1179657373
              Originally posted by Coffee Kid link=1175237291/30#31 date=1179656078
              Is there an option for plumb in with rotary?
              Yes, and its cheaper and smaller.
              Serious? plumb in rotary is cheaper then vibe? wow!

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              • #37
                Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                Originally posted by Coffee Kid link=1175237291/30#31 date=1179656078
                Is there an option for plumb in with rotary?
                I think it would be also good if it can have a shoot out with domobar, giotto and galatea
                I dont think that plumb-in are coming to Aust at present but the should be able to be obtained in the future via special order. I am pretty certain that the plumbed model is still vibe pump- but will check and report back....

                2mcm

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                • #38
                  Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                  How does vibe pumps suport the mains pressure?

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                  • #39
                    Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                    so how did ya go 2mcm?

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                    • #40
                      Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                      Matt- It didnt happen...

                      Nevertheless, theyre both fantastic. The Vibiemme is great but Im unhappy with the wand tip porting (this will change) and they are noisy before they come to full pressure...I think some deadening material here and there will help... The componentry is impressive and when you think of a black sided lever one at under Giotto price- its a compelling argument.

                      The Giotto- I still love it and my pimped ones produce amazing espresso and have huge steam. That said, theyre terrific outa the box.

                      Bottom line is that you can choose the one you like and each is really overkill for most domestic environments anyway...Id be happy with either on my bench. If it was my $$$$ at them moment, Id probably grab a steel sided vibiemme- simply for the novelty factor because its different....but...Id buy my mum a Giotto .

                      2mcm

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                      • #41
                        Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                        Domobar home improvements
                        Ive placed a piece of high density acoustic insulation (spec to 200 deg C) between the top of the Ulka pump and the boiler, which were touching. Also a bit between the side and the top - now the machine is normal sounding.

                        Mine had a 2 hole nozzle (some come with 4) and I blocked off the rear, resulting in absolutely stupendous frothing ability. Didnt use any solder, just marked the front of the nozzle, then unsrewed it and blocked the REAR hole with a small piece of (clean) whipper-snipper plastic strand, which I made pointy with a Swiss Army knife. The way it became a miniature wedge shape, which I inserted from the inside, outwards. Then just trimmed the protruding bit slightly, and Hey Presto - the perfect nozzle!

                        I have also drilled a 10mm hole on the VMBs bum so I can insert a flatbladed screwdriver to adjust the OPV, which I reduced by a whisker. Now I get "god shots" whenever I use fresh coffee beans and the micro foam is top class, and kickin ass!

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                        • #42
                          Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                          Hi Grasshopper,
                          I too have bought a VBM and am just getting used to it. I lack time to practice.
                          Is it possible to take some photos of your improvements ( insulation and 10mm hole) next time you have the sides off please?
                          Many thanks
                          Dave

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                          • #43
                            Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                            Originally posted by 2muchcoffeeman link=1175237291/30#36 date=1179658104
                            Originally posted by Coffee Kid link=1175237291/30#31 date=1179656078
                            Is there an option for plumb in with rotary?
                            I think it would be also good if it can have a shoot out with domobar, giotto and galatea
                            I dont think that plumb-in are coming to Aust at present but the should be able to be obtained in the future via special order. I am pretty certain that the plumbed model is still vibe pump- but will check and report back....

                            2mcm
                            So its a vibe pump?
                            Also just realised the E61 group is quite different. It looks more squarish and the top is a cap sorta thing and giottos is a nut

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                            • #44
                              Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                              Confirming that the plumbed only model is vibe at present. The body of this machine is shallower as the tank is deleted...

                              One would think that a retro fit rotary pump would be feasible as Expobar are doing with the Minore II....but perhaps the deeper body of the tank model would be required to fit in a rotary pump...

                              Would be a super impressive machine at that point!

                              2mcm

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                              • #45
                                Re: Vibiemme Domobar Super?

                                All- I received this link for a review of the Domobar Super. NB that US spec. is a 1.8L boiler...We get a 2.7L one...

                                http://www.home-barista.com/forums/buyers-guide-to-the-vibiemme-domobar-super-t4019.html

                                Enjoy! 8-)

                                Chris

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