I want to spend $500 for espresso machine and grinder... suggestions?

[Blueface]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Get the Rocky/Silva combination. If it's a little above your price range, wait it out until you have that much. You won't be satisfied with less and will be a bigger waste of money than just doing it right to start with. Rocky/Silva is still entry level.

I'm curious as need a new expresso maker and wife has been wanting a really nice one.
What is this Rocky/Silva you speak of in this thread?

Is it Rancillio Silvia?

[Blueface]

It is Rancilio I gather.
They also make the Rocky.
Found a couple of places that have it for around $600 plus $315 for the Rocky.
http://www.clivecoffee.com/product/e...esso%20Machine

I want me one!
Rocky can wait.
Being Cuban, man I love my expresso and have been longing for a nice machine.
Can this one be connected to the water line directly?

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by Blueface

It is Rancilio I gather.
They also make the Rocky.

Can this one be connected to the water line directly?

No. This is the setup I have.

It's holds enough water that it is not a hassle. The only hassle with this or any espresso machine is cleaning the group head & portafilter.