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  • Upgrading from Rancilio Silvia

    After 10+ years of faithful service my Rancilio Silvia is on the way out. I'm looking to upgrade and would like to get something that allows me to froth milk and pull a shot at the same time. I had assumed my only option was dual boiler however after reading through many posts here I see that the Heat Exchanger is also a good way to go. I'm after something that's fine for daily use (4 cups a day) and still good when doing coffee's for a group (15+ cups).

    I don't mind spending a little bit more to get something that will last but ideally I'd like to spend less than $2000.

    What would you recommend?

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    In my short time on this forum I have noticed that people want for less than $2,000 a machine for which there are so many great options had they but said, less than $3,000.

    Lelit Mara? Something second hand?

    I can certainly vouch for HX machines doing a great job (albeit in my price range, not yours ) having myself upgraded from a Rancilio Silvia of 12 years vintage, and still going strong. Unless there is something tragically wrong with yours, a service kit should pay off in resale value.

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    • #3
      What grinder will you be using?

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      • #4
        Lelit Dual Boiler $1699 - https://www.jetblackespresso.com.au/...0-dual-boiler/

        with PID $2049 - https://www.jetblackespresso.com.au/shop/p/lelit-PL60T/

        Not the most beautiful machine but meets your requirements

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        • #5
          Bezzera BZ10 regularly retails for under $2k and well worth a look. Will handle your daily requirements very well. As for the 15+ cup runs. That’s going to be a challenge with any domestic machine. They will do the job but will take a while as the boiler refills.

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          • #6
            I've got the Rocky grinder

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            • #7
              Originally posted by beensean View Post
              In my short time on this forum I have noticed that people want for less than $2,000 a machine for which there are so many great options had they but said, less than $3,000.
              Out of interest what did you upgrade to?

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              • #8
                Note that I did say 'ideally' less the $2k. In reality I'm happy to pay more to get something that'll be great. What do you guys think of the Expobar Minore IV.

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                • #9
                  The Expobar Minore IV was on my short list. I decided it was too big. Otherwise I liked it. I bought the ECM Mechanika V Slim. Second on the short list was Diadema Junior Plus. As I have noted elsewhere here, I am confident any of them would have given me satisfying coffee. My choice also took account of size with a dash of aesthetics so naturally I bought the most expensive.

                  I am not claiming great expertise in coffee.

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                  • #10
                    When I finally upgraded from my PIDed Silvia earlier this year I went second hand and picked up a $1000 HX Isomac Mondiale. Also upgraded from the rocky to a Baratza Sette 270w. After servicing and buying a few accessories (ie pullman baskets and big step tamper) I came in at around $2000 spent. Couldn't be happier.

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                    • #11
                      Where is the best place to pickup second hand units.?

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by jachin View Post
                        Where is the best place to pickup second hand units.?
                        https://coffeesnobs.com.au/coffee-hardware-sale/

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                        • #13
                          Yep, subscribe to that forum and watch your emails on a daily basis. Either that or perhaps try the site sponsor quote form at the bottom of the page and ask if anyone has 2nd hand units for sale? I know some of the shops deal in second hand/refurbished units

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by arcachon View Post
                            Bezzera BZ10 regularly retails for under $2k and well worth a look. Will handle your daily requirements very well. As for the 15+ cup runs. That’s going to be a challenge with any domestic machine. They will do the job but will take a while as the boiler refills.
                            As an owner of a BZ10 I can vouch for this machine too.

                            Having said that, once you get to around $2k there are many options available to consider.

                            I haven't used a dual boiler machine myself, but the BZ10 does recover quite quickly. I haven't had to make 15+ coffees in a row, but I do use it for groups often and it manages to keep up just fine.

                            A big thing that can impact quick workflow is how fast you drain the boiler - with large groups I will use the kettle to make teas and pre-fill cups for a long black, which makes a big difference as a few drinks in a row from the hot water dispenser can quickly drain the boiler and means slightly longer to recover.

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by jachin View Post
                              Where is the best place to pickup second hand units.?
                              We regularly update this too so keep an eye on it:

                              https://www.jetblackespresso.com.au/...ffee-machines/

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