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So. A few months on and I am about the purchase my new machine. Finally decided on I will purchase one of the last remaining Alex Duetto v II.
Bit more than I wanted, but... I'm hoping it will be worth it!
Accordingly, I won't be purchasing for 24 hours... if anyone has any last minute advice or things to to look at ... let me know!
Thanks everyone for their help! So kind.
As someone about to embark on the same journey as you have, it'd be great if you could outline your reasons for choosing the Alex Duetto II, and how you have found it over the past month. Has it met your expectations? Armed with hindsight would you have made the same decision now? Thanks, and look forward to your insights
IMO yes because the Duetto 3 improvements from 2012 Duetto 2 v3 are, as far as I know:
case- doesn't end in sharp sheet, has rounded edges which for me is a neater look
handrails- included
ventilation is improved
portafilter handle is ergonomic
leds now surface mounted
drip tray redesigned so overflow tube is out of sight but size is smaller, no handle on the front
group head mounting reinforced
tank increased to 3litre
brew boiler reduced to .58 from .8 l (apparently UK model retained bigger boiler)
PID reading red but my 2012 duetto ii has the red PID already
Check Bella Barista's review of both models for further info. It's a matter of how important the above are to you. For cons, see my comments on the Duetto 2 thread but not everyone agrees. It's just my opinion but they are small issues not affecting operation of the machine.
With respect to importing machines, I thought about it myself but what happens if you get a dud and require warranty work? Is the hassle of requiring to send it overseas for repair worth the saving? Will the manufacturer recognise & pay your local tech to repair? I buy a lot of stuff from overseas even electrical but they are low value items not worth repairing. You have to figure the risk for the kind of money you are spending.
Cheers for that info! Being based in Brissy, I might have to check this out!
Would you say you were getting better bang for your buck on the savings with this machine than my original two listed. I will of course check this out after work tonight, but ... just to keep me going feel free to provide any pros! (i assume there are no cons...)
Go for it Scotty. I doubt you will get better bang for buck on any other machine. You will get a local service and support network as well. Not only that, we're actually in the same time zone and country.
I am probably about as open minded I can get. You do not have to assume I have settled on a E61 group machine, .
I dont know your expectations, or limitations , but if you are really open minded, and keen to embrace the espresso world, then i would encourage you to research the "Londinium 1 " thread on here http://coffeesnobs.com.au/brewing-eq...inium-l-i.html and other sources, before you commit.
Its a different m/c .. single lever ,commercial group , domestic design, only released last year, but it is creating quite a storm among the "top end" espresso crowd. Importantly, it is also exceptional value and reported to be well built by a commercial m/c builder.
You wont find too many supporters on this board as the m/c is only available direct from the manufacturer in the UK.
There are 2 with Coffee Roasters Australia on the GC.
Cheers for that info! Being based in Brissy, I might have to check this out!
Would you say you were getting better bang for your buck on the savings with this machine than my original two listed. I will of course check this out after work tonight, but ... just to keep me going feel free to provide any pros! (i assume there are no cons...)
I second the Alex Duetto especially the II which is currently heavily discounted. I like the look of the Duetto 3 but value is with the Mk II. The Duetto has all your requirements I reckon incl switchable plumb or tank. You only need to be quick as there's not many left.
Thanks Ken,
I think there is one (perhaps 2) with Dimattina Coffee WA. There are 2 with Coffee Roasters Australia on the GC. There may also be one with Dimattina Fitzroy (Melb) and possibly an early Duetto II V2 demo with Di Bartoli (Bondi Junction NSW). These are the final Aussie stocks of V2.
I second the Alex Duetto especially the II which is currently heavily discounted. I like the look of the Duetto 3 but value is with the Mk II. The Duetto has all your requirements I reckon incl switchable plumb or tank. You only need to be quick as there's not many left.
Are we to assume you have settled on a E61 group m/c then ?
Maybe the Bezzera Domus Galetae ?
Or the Alex Duetto.. dual boiler ?
but if you are open minded then possibly the Strega or even the Londinium, ..both of which can be converted to run from piped supply.
Also, its perfectly feasible to run many of the "plumbed " machines without cutting counter tops.
Flexible palstic supply pipes work fine and you dont have to plumb the drip tray...hardly worth the trouble in a domestic set up.
Thanks for this info, you have given me another what appear to be fantastic machines. However will one decide
I am probably about as open minded I can get. You do not have to assume I have settled on a E61 group machine, I am merely going by what I know, and I know that these are awesome.
I recall in my last workplace, we had a coffee machine which used to take a year to heat up for milk. That is definately not something I am keen to have to do.
I guess I will need to take a look when I move into my new pad to see if there is an option to easily plumb. If so, then I'm back to square 1 with deciding...
Are we to assume you have settled on a E61 group m/c then ?
Maybe the Bezzera Domus Galetae ?
Or the Alex Duetto.. dual boiler ?
but if you are open minded then possibly the Strega or even the Londinium, ..both of which can be converted to run from piped supply.
Also, its perfectly feasible to run many of the "plumbed " machines without cutting counter tops.
Flexible palstic supply pipes work fine and you dont have to plumb the drip tray...hardly worth the trouble in a domestic set up.
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