Rancilio Silvia and Doserless Rocky Package
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This great combination from Rancilio includes one of each of the following:
Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine provides the pleasure of a perfect espresso at your fingertips any time of the day. An optional pod adaptor kit is also available for the Silvia. The stainless steel body enhances the design, making it perfect for any type of décor, while the commercial style and features provide a professional image and quality. The drip tray was designed for easy cleaning.
Rancilio Rocky Doserless Grinder, a professional dosing grinder, is ideal for establishments with a low volume of espresso consumption and high performance at home. Rocky is built with the same materials and components as other professional grinders, resulting in a fine grind coffee for an excellent espresso. Enjoy a café espresso in your own home. The Rocky Doserless Grinder is made of strong materials with a stainless steel body.
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SOLID GRINDER (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
fatnat79 | Mon, 05/14/2012Rocky is a solid all around grinder. I would say it does a better job at grinding for drip than it does for espresso. The doserless version makes it easy to grind directly into a portafilter.
TOUGH (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
intrepid510 | Mon, 01/30/2012Nice grinder, not having the doser is really a perference thing. A lot of people like the non-doser because you don't have to worry about coffee becoming trapped in there and getting stale nasty coffee when you least expect it. However, the doser has the plus of breaking up clumps. However, there is a problem with this grinder and that is it has limited adjustability making it hard to get the grind and dose for coffee compared to other grinders with more 'steps' or infinite adjustability. But this will work for espresso unlike like lesser grinders out there and is a good one for home as it's built like a rock.
DECENT QUALITY (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
samuellaw178 | Sun, 12/25/2011This is a decent espresso grinder for most beginners. However, for that price, I would get Baratza's offering which are more superior in my opinion. Plus, the rocky doserless are known to clump a little and staticky. It works but has a little quirks.
FROM WHAT I'VE READ... (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
jbviau | Tue, 11/15/2011...it's best to get a Baratza Preciso instead.
GOOD SINGLE DOSE ESPRESSO GRINDER (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
EricBNC | Wed, 11/02/2011Good single dose espresso grinder - no need for a doser unless you plan on making a lot of shots.
NICE GRINDER (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
Wakeknot | Tue, 09/27/2011this is a good grinder for espresso and a good place to start out - if it becomes a passion you will want something higher end.
RANCILIO ROCKY (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
dpablo19 | Mon, 09/05/2011This was my first serious grinder. The grinds were even, but often times clumpy. I'd suggest looking into the Weiss Distribution technique to remedy the clumpiness. Also, I hated the preset steps on this grinder. There is a simple means to make this machine stepless using teflon tape. I'd suggest doing this because my ideal grind settings were often between the Rocky's preset steps. Moreover, the teflon tape modification makes it possible to grind finer. I found the espresso produced by this machine to be pretty decent, but not of commercial quality. Once you move to a grinder with a larger burr set, you get a lot more nuance in the cup. That said, this will still create a well rounded espresso. It is more than adequate for a pour over or french press. I did appreciate the Rocky's ability to quickly adjust for drip coffee. Overall, a very good home grinder.
RANCILIO ROCKY DOSERLESS GRINDER (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
ThePC | Thu, 06/30/2011I pruchased the Rocky to go along with my Gaggia Pure. I quickly realized that a blade grinder and even a low end burr grinder did not get a fine enough grind to function well in the Gaggia. The Rocky is fairly small but has a good weight to it and does not move at all while in use. It is simple to use and produces a consistent grind. While grinding, some coffee will overshoot the portafilter and end up on the counter. I resolved this by using a section of a yogurt container placed in the portafilter while grinding. This extends up to the height of the Rockys spout and prevents the overshoot. Overall, the Rocky works very well, and would recommend it.
RANCILIO ROCKY DOSERLESS (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
mrbjvb | Tue, 06/28/2011This a very good grinder for someone who uses different grind settings. Very easy to go from coarse to fine settings. Not the best grinder for espresso, but it will do the job. Good grind consistency, built like a tank. Grinder will last for many years!
ROCKY WAS A GOOD STARTER (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
speedstar | Tue, 06/28/2011I started with the Rocky and at the time it was very good but needed a few updates to make it better. I made mine stepless for adjustment. Google this if you are interested. There are a number of ways to do this. It served me well but for the price, I felt there were better grinders in this price range.
SOLID HOME ESPRESSO GRINDER, NOT TH... (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
ryanls | Fri, 05/06/2011A few years ago this was my first "real" espresso grinder with commercial-quality flat burrs. It is built from sturdy sheet metal and will last for years. It is also relatively small on the counter top compared to some of the other commercial grade grinders preferred by home baristas. I do want to call out a shortcoming as compared to the grinder I later upgraded to (Mazzer Mini), and then provide a hack/solution. Problem: The top burr is mated to a brass burr carrier, which then threads into the bottom burr carrier. The grind is adjusted by turning the hopper, thereby screwing the top burr closer to or farther from the bottom burr. This is typical of most espresso grinders. The shortcoming is this: the burr carriers do not thread together tightly enough to hold the burrs perfectly parallel and ensure a precise grind. In practice, this prevented me from getting the fineness I needed without hearing the burrs chirp together periodically as they brushed together. Solution: Unscrew the top burr carrier. Wrap the top burr carrier threads with teflon plumber's tape (< $1 at any hardware store). Screw the top burr carrier back in (carefully to avoid cross-threading). It should screw in smoothly but with more resistance than before. Footnote: My Rocky Doserless was purchased in mid-2007 and had this issue. The burr carrier "slop" and resulting plumber's tape hack is common and easily found on coffee discussion forums. HOWEVER, it's entirely possible that your grinder will not have this issue at all or that Rancilio has corrected the issue in the latest revision of the grinder. Either way, it's an easy and cheap modification to experiment with. Bonus tip: The lid from a 0.7 qt "Click Clack" storage container makes an airtight fit with the Rocky hopper. You can pump the lid up and down to blow out any retained coffee grinds from the burrs and chute.
PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE IN CONSUME... (on Rancilio Rocky Doser...)
Eyal Rosen | Sun, 08/30/2009The Rocky is truly built like a rock. I’ve had it for 3 years and it’s been working without a glitch. Grinding is one of the most underestimated aspects of the prefect espresso. people tend to spend on the machine while neglecting the grinder. But if you wish to get a great espresso you need a great grinder. No way around it. The Rocky is so successful because it gives professional results yet its cost and footprint are at consumer levels. That’s the one grinder I recommend to all my friends.
BEST USED FOR PULLING RISTRETTOS (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
chasemonster | Sat, 04/14/2012I prefer to use the bottomless portafilter from Chris' Coffee Service: (((( http://www.chriscoffee.com/products/home/espressoaccs/bottomlessportafilter )))) Also, it is important to attach a temperature probe to the top of the boiler: (((( http://www.web-tronics.com/csi6500.html )))) Here is a big long discussion on why you would do that: (((( http://coffeesnobs.com.au/YaBB.pl?num=1227428190/all ))))
VERY CAPABLE MACHINE (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
fatnat79 | Tue, 03/13/2012This machine has it's quirks but if you're willing to invest the time and effort to learn the ins and outs of this machine, it is well worth it. In its heyday, it dominated the home prosumer market but there are a some other competitors to look at as well if you are considering this. Some are the Crossland CC1 and a Le'lit PL041.
RANCILIO SILVIA IS HOT!!! (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
drose005 | Sun, 03/11/2012After searching for a true espresso maker for several years the search has finally drawn to the Rancilio Silvia. I stumbled upon Ms. Silvia while searching thru several espresso forums and read mostly excellent reviews. The reviews that do not give her an excellent rating most likely are not giving this sweet heart a chance. After receiving the heavy package and the next day her stylist Ms. Rocky - I knew the investment paid off. The portafilter is a sculpture that is of professional grade - check the weight. I bought beans from costco - they were cheap. Do not buy cheap beans. They need to be fresh. After several adjustments to Rocky - the grinder - I was not getting a good crema. I then used the Illy whole beans and had mixed results. I finally got the crema and a great tasting espresso. You have to experiment and this can get you extremely high on caffeine. I must of had four or five whole shots and tasted about fifteen. I ordered a 58mm tamper because the tamper sent by Rancilio is garbage. As previous reviews stated, use Youtube.com to help you learn what turns Ms. Silvia on. Once you understand that you need a consistent bean grinder, a good 58mm tamper, clean water, fresh quality whole beans, and a willing to enjoy the learning that goes on with such an undervalued piece of art, you will not regret your investment. This is my second day with her and I am already comfortable with something that you should look into: temperature surfing. This is extremely valuable and to get a great video check Youtube. Basically, the manufacture suggest warming Ms. Silvia for a minimum of 30 min. to an hour of foreplay; but with temperature surfing (which is extremely easy) the time is more like >10 seconds. She's not as complicated as her first impression may imply.
MY MORNING FRIEND (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
lesliejillatkins | Fri, 03/09/2012Silvia and I have been sharing mornings together for 7 years now. What I love about her? - If something goes wrong, there's no weird black-box of computerized equipment, or plastic molded parts, I can reach right in see what's gone wrong. Easy to fix. Parts are available. The coffee is great - there is a learning curve, and having a quality grinder is, of course, essential.
GREAT MACHINE BUT CONSIDER THE QUIC... (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
jmorleyk | Fri, 03/09/2012I owned a V2 Rancilio Silvia for about 2 years. During that time I went through several grinders (cheap Starbucks burr grinder, baratza, and finally a Macap M4 Stepless with doser). The grinder matters a lot with the Silvia so don't skimp. You also need to plan on learning how to temperature surf, or you need a PID. Temperature surfing is pretty easy and gets you within 10 degrees or so of your target, which is decent. If you plan on adding a PID, then you're getting into this machine close to $800-900. At this point it makes sense to consider a more expensive machine (Quickmill Alexia perhaps). That said the Quickmill is probably the least expensive machine capable of making decent espresso. It's built like a tank and will easily last 10 years or more.
RANCILIO SILVIA V3 IS AWESOME! (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
Kathy Brooks / wubbydog55 | Mon, 02/13/2012I've had two machines in the past; a steam model and than a pump. We investigated long and hard, and decided on this model. It was a bit pricey and we had to save up for it. Let me tell you though, it was worth the wait! It performed as people said from the get-go. Let's see if it holds up better than our previous espresso machines.
A GOOD OPTION (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
avaserfi | Fri, 01/27/2012The Silvia was my first machine and it is a good one, but there might be better options out there at similar or slightly higher price points. The Silvia is capable of brewing a great shot, but the barista must recognize its idiosyncratic nature. As with any machine, the grind and dose are very important. But you will have to concern yourself with temperature surfing or waiting for the boiler to reach an appropriate brewing temperature. This isn't too inconvenient, unless you are making multiple drinks at a time, especially if you are making multiple milk drinks. Being a single boiler unit, pulling a shot, steaming milk and then pulling another shot requires some cooling of the group because it tends to over heat as the boiler comes up to steaming temperature. Instead, I would pull all the shots I needed, then steam all the milk. This certainly came at the cost of quality in the cup, but I couldn't find a better way to deal with the Silvia. That said, I've recently upgraded and can instantly taste the difference in the cup. Higher end machines give more control over temperature, add pre-infusion and allow back to back shot pulls and steaming among other things. In the end, I think it depends on what you want from an espresso machine. If you will pull the occasional shot, the Silvia is a great option. If you will be making drinks for guests or multiple times throughout the day it might be better to save. One last note, I bought my Silvia used and it was 7 years old. I sold it at the age of 11 years and it is working perfectly still. They are built very well.
TRIED AND TRUE (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
intrepid510 | Fri, 01/20/2012This is one of the most tried and true machines that you can get for your home that will still fit on the counter. The machine is built like a tank and if you take care of it, it will last a long time. The only problem is that this machine is picky about the grind of the coffee so you will need to have a proper espresso grinder and the temp can swing a lot on this type of machine so you will need an eye for detail. Just remember you can't pull and steam at the same time for making a latte so you will need to wait about a minute in between shots. The reason for the 4 stars is the price its pretty high!
SOLID WITH A CAVEAT (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
jbviau | Wed, 01/18/2012This is a solid, capable machine in every way. However, I have yet to hear what I consider a truly good reason why you should fork over $200+ extra for this compared to, say, the Gaggia Classic. Many people add the Silvia's steam wand to their Classics, true, but you don't really *need* to do so.
VERY GOOD QUALITY AND EASE OF USE (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
jimh70458 | Wed, 12/14/2011This is my first espresso machine. I have found it everything that was described. Made pretty good espresso once I got the grind correct. Still learning some features though. I definately would recommend this to beginners .
REVIEW OF RANCILIO SILVIA V3 ESPRES... (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
lunaluz1 | Wed, 11/16/2011I was very happy with the assistance I received from roaste. The person helping me (Tim) was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. As for the vendor, I was satisfied with my purchase and it was shipped carefully and without damage. I would definitely recommend the machine, as so many have reported for years, this is the machine to get for making excellent espresso and related drinks. All in all, I have no complaints and would buy from roaste. again.
A CLASSIC MACHINE (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
EricBNC | Wed, 11/02/2011These are a lot of machine for the money - the design is solid and the quality of shot can match much more expensive machines - for one or two people this might be all you ever need.
A CLASSIC (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
Wakeknot | Sun, 10/30/2011this is one of the best machines in its price class.
RANCILIO SILVIA (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
dpablo19 | Mon, 09/05/2011A very good entry machine. With a PID, one can stave off upgrade-itis for several years. I found this machine to be pretty great while I still had it. Pluses: Stable brew temperatures, easily positioned steam wand, capable of creating microfoam, heavy commercial sized portafilter, easily maintained, easily accessible water tank, and the ability to get hot water from the steam wand. Minuses: Lag between going from brew to steam functions, temperature surfing (sans PID), constantly refilling the water tank, lag between espresso shots. If coupled with a solid grinder (Rancilio's Rocky is a really good compliment), this thing is capable of god shots. For that reason alone, it is a step above every other machine in its class.
5 STAR BUY - RANCILIO SILVIA V3 ESP... (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
masudkadri | Wed, 06/29/2011I purchased this machine from JL HUfford and have found this to be one of the best buys on the market. This unit compares with professional grade machines which I have used while working for coffee shops. I strongly recommend this model for anyone looking to selecct a premium espresso maker. Don't even think twice about it. It is grreat in all respeccts, cleaning maintenance and great looks.
RANCILIO SILVIA (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
walleyno | Wed, 06/29/2011Generally disappointing product given the high reviews this machine typically garners. While construction is solid and the controls are simple and intuitive, significant issues include: - machine is very sensitive to grind fineness - will tip from a flood to just a few drops with very minor changes in grind - coffee output tends to by systematically uneven (i.e., one cup fills much faster than the other) - it is hard to get the machine to produce consistent crema - milk steaming wand appears to emit too much water in the steam as acheiving any kind of forth is almost impossible
SILVIA - GREAT MACHINE (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
speedstar | Tue, 06/28/2011I started with this machine after reading many reviews discussing the benefits of the Silvia. I was not disappointed. It is built like a tank and really quite simple to operate once you start experimenting with it. I did choose to add a PID for temp control but this was my choice and not a requirement. I got great shots and very good microfoam from the machine. I highly recommend it as a good upper entry level machine.
RANCILIO SILVIA V3 REVIEW (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
es | Wed, 04/27/2011Overall I love my Silvia. I was a little hesitant to purchase this model as people have strong feelings it but it has served me well. It's a workhorse, well built and looks great. There is a little bit of a learning curve but only took a couple weeks to get consistent with it. I still have occasional bad shots but thats usually a result of my grind or tamp - not the machines fault. Many people add temperature controls to the silvia but I get good results without them. IMO the most important factor in pulling a great shot is quality beans and freshness (in that order).
RANCILIO SILVIA (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
mrbjvb | Tue, 04/26/2011Great entry level machine. Very well built. One of the best single boiler machines. There is a definite learning curve, but once you get it down, she performs great! You will need a good grinder!!
AWESOME (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
rcbmgc | Tue, 04/26/2011I have had this machine for almost a year now. Once dialed in with the Rocky doser-less grinder, it makes great espresso! I make lattes for people that come over and never is there a complaint, both in quality and a satisfying experience. Highly recommended for home and office use. Never a problem.
RANCILIO SILVIA (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
tarekmokhtar | Tue, 04/26/2011Probably the best built espresso machine on the market and weighs a ton, none of that plasticy stuff. there is a learning curve to its operation, but you will quickly get the hang of it, I got a mini Mazzer grinder to go along and they love each other
RANCILIO SILVIA V.3, ROCK SOLID (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
homerepairbear | Tue, 04/26/2011I've had my Silvia for over a year and a half. Took me a while to learn how to dial in a good shot, as I have no friends who are into espresso, so lots of trial and error. My ordered my Silvia with a P.I.D. modification to take the mystery out of temp surfing. The Sivia is well crafted, nicely designed, and at it's price point, a great espresso machine. With practice, I have achieved consistency. I've also purchased a digital thermometer that has allowed for even more control and now can check the water temperature at the group head. I've found my sweet spot with this machine for sure. I hear gripes about certain things, the drip tray is small, takes too long to reach temp again after pulling a shot, etc. This is not a commercial machine. It's built like one, but it's for home use. I make a couple lattes in the morning and might have a shot in late afternoon, 2-3 shots a day. This is an excellent machine to learn how to pull hots with. It's hands on, and everything you do affects the result. Espresso is not rocket science, but you have to be anal on some levels. It is a great enough machine to continue to use for years. I have had no mechanical issues. I did purchase a bottomless portafilter and have enjoyed that immensely. I like that cleaning this machine does not require a degree in advanced technology. This machine may take a little patience in the beginning, but once you learn how to operate it, you are in complete control. The manual doesn't offer much help past setting up your machine, but the website has several videos to help get any novice started. I learned a lot from videos on Youtube too. There are several there that are good how to's and one two that were excellent. No one becomes one with their espresso machine overnight. Bottom line, I would gladly buy another Silvia, and look forward to future tweaks and changes from Rancilio. For the price point, you get decades of Rancilio expertise, and a handcrafted machine built to last.
GREAT MACHINE! (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
Tmones | Tue, 04/26/2011I've had the Silvia for about 2 years now and have enjoyed it very much. I added a PID after 6 months to take some of the guess work out of the process. As I have gotten much better at controling the variables of espresso making my only concern with the Silvia has been the water distribution may not be as good as more expensive machines. At it's price, I find it rock solid and a very worthy investment.
ESPRESSO MACHINE (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
sorvieto | Tue, 04/26/2011Makes great espresso and built very good. I did need to add a temperature control as it doesn't have one. Over all very good!
TRIED AND TRUE STEPPING STONE (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
djsenatore | Tue, 04/26/2011The Silvia is a great espresso machine and if we're talking new machine to new machine, it's cost to value ratio is pretty darn good. It's compact, powerful enough, has a small footprint and good performance. Delivers a consistent shot and steams good enough for home use. It can jump in price if you consider adding a pid kit, putting it close to a grand so depending on several factors, one may want to consider looking for a higher end used machine at that price or a little more. If you're not going to be steaming a lot of milk then it will fit your bill for as long as you want to hold onto it. The best part about the Silvia is that it holds it's value so well and there is always a demand for them. This is a great factor for entry level buyers because they can get an espresso machine that's going to give them the ability to get everything from their beans so they'll know if the espresso odyssey is for them. If not, they can get a darn good return on their investment.
A SOLID ENTRY LEVEL MACHINE. (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
clumeng | Sun, 08/29/2010A solid entry level machine. This is in the single boiler dual use category. Pros: sizeable boiler, great steaming power, well built, makes great espresso and caps. Cons: temp control will require some surfing to get right. delay to steam but this is the same on all SBDU machines. Will make very good espresso. To improve consistency consider adding a PID to better control temperature. There is significant resale value in this machine as well so keep that in mind for future upgrades.
FOR THE PERFECT ESPRESSO! (on Rancilio Silvia V3 E...)
Mccauley | Sun, 08/30/2009This is a great entry level machine to the world of the perfect espresso. And when I say perfect I mean it. With the proper technique the Silvia will give you espresso much better than any capsule or automatic system can. But, it does take time and effort. The Silvia requires skill that only time provides. If you are really into great espresso, and you enjoy the process of making it, the Silvia is perfect for you. Note: it can make great cappuccinos too. But be warned, like any other home system, due to the limited frothing power (compared to commercial café machines) the practice required to achieve good results is lengthy. It took me 6 months to get it right. But once I did, my wife was happy…