Hi My Brewtus went in to get a leak in the boiler, where the element plugs in, sorted out and the agent very cunningly lent me a La Marzocco GS3 to use while they are sorting it out. I thought that you guys would be interested in my opinions on the GS3 after using it for a week :-)
Likes: - The volumetric dosing is fantastic, I never realised how much easier things are when you don't have to think about when to stop the shot - The built in Chrono, it is strangely satisfying to see all you shots pulling their 60mls in exactly the same time - On/Off timer that can be set from the console - Steam power is awesome, can start a shot, fill the jug up and start steaming the milk, milk is ready as the shot finishes, took a bit getting used to at the start and had a few cups of HOT milk but now it is fantastic - The joystick toggle for the steam is also really neat compared to a turning knob. - Overall, I would say that the build quality is much better than the Brewtus - Height, I can have cups on the cup warmer while the machine is located on my kitchen counter (Brewtus is too tall) Dislikes: - Drip tray cover feels like it is an after thought, is loose and feels like it should be slotting in somewhere to stop it from being able to rattle about - Price! Whilst the GS3 is an awesome machine and I would think probably the right up there are the pinnacle of home machines. I still find it very hard to justify spending that much money on it. I will be collecting my Brewtus today so reluctantly have to take the GS3 back :-(, have been considering robbing a bank on the way. JohnB -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Brewtus" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/brewtus?hl=en.
