La Pavoni Professional Manual Espresso Machine - Gold-Plated Brass - PBB-16

It's been said that with great power comes great responsibility, and this Professional Manual Espresso Machine (PBB-16) from La Pavoni is working proof of this theory. With this machine's classic construction and complete manual control over your brew, you have the chance to brew the ultimate espresso shot. But a word to the wise: All that power rests in how willing you are to master this machine and the technique that shot requires.

Learn more about the Professional PBB-16:

Crew Review
Pros & Cons
How it Works
Care
Features & Accessories
Tech Specs

Crew Review

Pros

Exceptional Espresso - You'll love the shots you pull from this machine possibly more than you have loved any other
Large Boiler - The 38oz. boiler will give you the opportunity to pull up to sixteen 2 oz. cups of espresso -- great for parties!
Small Footprint - Maximize your counter top space with the PBB-16's small size

Cons

Temperamental - Users report this espresso machine can be a bit on the temperamental side, requiring a high level of maintenance and care
Slow to Warm Up - If you're in a rush, it takes more time than perhaps you'd like to get up to steaming temperature; the manufacturer says 5 minutes, but we've heard reports of up to 15 minutes
Con - Some users say they have issues around getting great foamed milk every time; we've noticed that the steam wand is a little difficult to negotiate, but that it might be easier to use with time

How it Works

You control every component of the shot and even function as the pump! Lift the lever to load the steam pressure and water for extraction, then slowly lower it to pull your shot.

Read the manufacturer manual for full instructions on operation

Care
For detailed care instructions, please refer to your machine's user manual. We recommend that you also incorporate the following into your cleaning routine:

Descale every 2 - 3 months. We recommend using Dezcal.
Wash all removable components with soap & water on a regular basis (many are not dishwasher safe).
Clean steam wand with damp rag immediately after use.
Clean brewhead with group head brush weekly.

Features & Accessories
Like a little green alien once said: Do or do not do, there is no try. This machine will push you to explore its sturdy features and straightforward functionality to pull the perfect shot.

Components & Functionality