Rancilio Silvia and 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.
The Rancilio Rocky Grinder with Doser, a professional dosing grinder, is ideal for establishments with low volume of espresso consumption or for high performance at home. Rocky is built with the same materials and components as other professional grinders. You can get a fine grind coffee resulting in an excellent espresso. Enjoy a café espresso right in your own home. Built of strong materials with a stainless steel body.
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DECENT GRIND FOR PRICE (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
fatnat79 | Tue, 05/01/2012There are of course better grinders out there in similar price range (Baratza line) but this old school benchmark grinder is still a tank imo. Gives you decent grinds for espresso and drip coffee use. Doser is a bit of a pain to keep clean but minimizes static and helps with distribution.
A MOD AWAY (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
intrepid510 | Mon, 01/30/2012These grinders for a while were one of the most used home espresso grinders, because there was not a lot out there besides the big bad commercial grinders. And at that time compared to other grinders out there the Rocky did a great job of grinding for espresso. However, as other grinders have come out that focus on the home market it has made the Rocky less appealing. Pros: Grinds fine enough for espresso, built like a tank, doser to break up clumps. Cons: Large stepped grinding (if you want a dose of 15 grams but it flows too fast and you tighten your grind it will be too fine)
RANCILIO BRAND (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
samuellaw178 | Sun, 12/25/2011In my opinion, you're probably paying a little more for the Rancilio's name. I would probably get other grinders with the same cost. However, Rocky is a decent entry level grinder for espresso. It should last you many years of services.
RANCILIO ROCKY GRINDER WITH DOSER (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
lunaluz1 | Sun, 11/20/2011Along with the Rancilio Silva, I bought this grinder to ensure I would get the kind of results I was looking for. As all reviews suggest, you need this quality of grinder in order to maximize the benefits of using a machine like the Silvia. I like the doser aspect of this grinder although some do not. It does take some time to learn the correct calibration for each type of coffee. However, part of the fun of using this equipment is learning through practice. Once again, Tim at Roaste. was very helpful in answering my questions. My interactions with Roaste. have been excellent, and I look forward to trying some of their coffees soon. I am hoping that they will get Stumptown to join their roster of coffee vendors.
NICE GRINDER (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
EricBNC | Wed, 11/02/2011One of the nicer espresso grinders available - it can go from espresso to drip and back quickly - it is versatile and well built for the price.
GOOD GRINDER (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
Wakeknot | Tue, 09/27/2011great price on a good intro level grinder. I like this dosered version of the Rocky better than the doserless.
GREAT LITTLE GRINDER - NOT SURE ABO... (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
djsenatore | Wed, 06/29/2011I have two Rockys, one w/doser for espresso, one without for my drip coffee. I grind for one double shot of espresso at a time. It grinds very well but I find that gauging the amount of espresso to grind took some time to get down since I fill the hopper @ 1/3 full. I should really just scoop the correct amount of beans for each shot instead... For my application the doser unit is useless and amounts to little more than a holding tank for the ground espresso. I have to pull the lever @ 10 times to make sure I've cleared the grinds. If you're going to be pulling several shots at a time then it's probably better to have the doser and grind a bunch of beans and dose away. It's not particularly efficient at clearing the grinds out so you'll always have some residuals in there which is true of pretty much any doser unit. The fact that it's not stepless is an issue because that in between setting you can't get will be a factor some time in the course of your espresso drinking. Bottom line - they're plentiful so you can usually find a used one at a good price. It grinds very well, the size and style is perfect for home use. Whether to get the doser or doserless depends on how much you'll be grinding at a time. I really wish it had a removable tray on the bottom to collect the loose grounds that fall. Maybe the new ones do but I don't see that on the specs.
WORKHORSE (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
matt.holstege | Tue, 04/26/2011This grinder is a workhorse. It is a good reliable grinder (heavy too). My only regret is I wish I had purchased the doserless grinder. The doser is a little messy.
RANCILIO ROCKY (on Rancilio Rocky Grind...)
cyclesomatic75 | Mon, 08/16/2010I love the doser feature, I just wish you could move the bottom holder up and down, to avoid dropping coffee every time you pull out the filter baskets. I have gotten used to measuring the amount I need for each basket, even like that I drop plenty of coffee. Also and added feature that would be nice, is that it be great if the top cover was clear to see how much you are grinding, to avoid using to much. The best coffee is more expensive. Other than that its great.
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…