Gaggia Classic Evo Pro In-Depth Overview: Upgrades, Performance Tests, How To Use

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  • Опубликовано: 31 май 2024
  • One of the most popular and highly recommended premium entry-level espresso machines for well over a decade. For 2023 the best in class Gaggia Classic Pro becomes the Classic Evo Pro with upgrades that make the best even better: 9 bar brew pressure, anti-scale boiler treatment, stainless steel portafilter. Check out upgrades, learn how to make a latte, see tests for brew pressure, brew temperatures and frothing performance
    Sturdy, compact and 100% made in Italy. Unlike competing appliance grade espresso makers, the Classic Evo Pro is a true machine with commercial size and weight portafilter, 3-way solenoid for dry, easy to knock out coffee pucks and a one-piece all metal frame.
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    00:00 Made in Italy
    02:07 Gaggia Classic Evo Pro Upgrades
    04:07 Best Value
    05:36 How To Make A Latte
    09:31 Test Results
    13:34 In The Box
    14:04 Final Thoughts
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  • @bacca71
    @bacca71 11 месяцев назад +4

    The old Gaggia classic (my 1st espresso machine, bought from WLL in the late 90s - dropped from NJ, so company early days) used a small-volume rapid-heating thermoblock. It looks like the Gaggia Classic PRO uses a small boiler rather than the thermoblock. I agree the Scace device, using an artificial coffee bed, has no rival with regard to accuracy in measuring a meaningful brew head temp. Good grinder always makes a difference. Nice review, thanks.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  11 месяцев назад +1

      Hi bacca71, Thanks for the comment! Yes, there were some Gaggia machines which used a thermoblock many years ago. The true boiler sitting atop the brass group head is a better setup for thermal stability. Agree Scace with coffee simulation is more accurate. And 100% right about the grinder!
      Marc

    • @riccosauve2827
      @riccosauve2827 4 дня назад

      Marc I have the gaggia evo pro what aftermarket shower screen would you recommend

  • @nelsonnicklebee
    @nelsonnicklebee 11 месяцев назад +5

    Great video and nice upgrades for the GCP! Thanks for the detailed analysis. I would definitely buy one if I didn’t already own a GCP.

  • @kasssimbara9382
    @kasssimbara9382 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for wacthing

  • @phoenixr6811
    @phoenixr6811 9 месяцев назад +5

    I was really close to get a Gaggia I’m glad I waited 😊

  • @J.J.Stokes
    @J.J.Stokes Месяц назад

    Whatever with coffee, this guys voice is absolutely amazing!

  • @abbyabby001
    @abbyabby001 11 месяцев назад

    That is one sweet machine! 😍

  • @natepeters8508
    @natepeters8508 7 месяцев назад +2

    damn here I was sitting at my desk debating machines with the 9 bar ordeal being my main hurdle. Low and behold the Evo, just made my decision for me.

  • @JKTF476
    @JKTF476 10 месяцев назад +4

    Cant wait for this to go on sale!, might skip the intermediate step of getting a flair flex and jump right into this one. Until then I'll be using my moka pot and aeropress.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад +2

      Hi rc, If purchasing at Whole Latte Love, Deal Days sale is happening now - details on that here: www.wholelattelove.com/pages/sale

  • @myname-mz3lo
    @myname-mz3lo 24 дня назад +1

    pour the initial water through the portafilter and in the cup you will use to preheat them both better .

  • @Superconductor-mp9ud
    @Superconductor-mp9ud 7 месяцев назад +2

    I ordered my Gaggia today…😊

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  7 месяцев назад

      Congrats! Be sure and bookmark our support section for the Classic here: support.wholelattelove.com/hc/en-us/sections/1500000384362-Gaggia-Classic-Pro
      It's loaded with videos on how to use and maintain your new machine!
      Marc

  • @dashrando7892
    @dashrando7892 6 месяцев назад

    with this machine would I be able to make back-to-back 12oz or 16oz milk drinks without issue?

  • @sandmanbrazil
    @sandmanbrazil 9 месяцев назад +1

    great video. Have you tested the brew pressure of the 2019 model?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  9 месяцев назад +1

      Hey smb, Thanks for the comment and question. I have tested previous Classics. The pressure in portafilter on those when using a device like a Scace which simulates release of pressure during an extraction as prescribed by SCA testing procedures is ~10 bar.
      Marc

  • @nrichmond1000
    @nrichmond1000 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Marc, can you please tell us what the cup clearance is under the group head? My favorite cup is 4 inches high, with a kind of narrow diameter, and I like to put my espresso straight into the cup. Can tell if a cup that high would fit when the portafilter is in the machine? I'm using a Breville Barista Pro right now and it just makes it under!

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  11 месяцев назад +4

      Hey n, clearance under spout is 2.75". Solution this bottomless PF that gets you 4.125" clearance: www.wholelattelove.com/products/gaggia-bottomless-portafilter
      Marc

    • @noahrichmond5390
      @noahrichmond5390 11 месяцев назад

      @@Wholelattelovepage Thank you for the quick reply, super helpful!

  • @evdorn
    @evdorn 6 месяцев назад +4

    Hi Marc, I am interested in purchasing a new Classic but I’m a little concerned about the safety of the nonstick coating in the boiler on the Evo. Any info on what kind of material this coating is or how long one can reasonably expect it to be safe to use? I’m considering the Prestige over the Evo because of this reason.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  6 месяцев назад +3

      Hi e, Here's info on the material: The commercial name of the coating is EXELIA 3010_B242. This type of coating is also used in professional pots and cake pans. EXELIA 3010/B242 coating conforms for contact with food in compliance with the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) Regulation CFR Title 21 Par 175.300 and it conforms for contact with food in compliance with the Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.
      Hope that helps!
      Marc

    • @evdorn
      @evdorn 6 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much for the quick reply Marc! Looking forward to purchasing my first machine with you all!

  • @gerryjimenez28
    @gerryjimenez28 6 месяцев назад +1

    Hey Mark I just bought the Gaggia evo pro, when you push the brew switch its going to keep sending water as long as the switch is selected, how do you know when to dsect the brew switch?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  6 месяцев назад +2

      Hi gj, Thanks for the question. It's quite simple! Turn off the brew switch when you have the amount of espresso you want in your cup. In general, a single espresso liquid volume is ~1oz/30ml. A double is ~2oz/60ml. Here's a video which goes into more detail on dialing in grind size (very important!) which covers the basics: ruclips.net/video/unHHToGjshI/видео.html
      Marc

  • @lubenzz
    @lubenzz 11 месяцев назад +9

    Hi Marc. Can you explain if you know, why the 9 bar is only for US only?

    • @CH-yp5by
      @CH-yp5by 11 месяцев назад

      Because the majority of Americans are not smart enough to open the machine to replace the spring to make it 9 bar

    • @jamesmac6102
      @jamesmac6102 10 месяцев назад +4

      The 9bar mod is made by Whole Latte Love and not by the Gaggia manufacture. Whole latte love are based in north America.

  • @Psychoh90
    @Psychoh90 11 месяцев назад +4

    Nice upgrades and nice video :) I mean for people that do not want to open their Gaggia Classic Pro and replace the OPV for a few bucks. I would have expected a sphere on the steam wand so it moved more and it would have been more comfortable to use.
    Finally stainless steel PF and GH as well :) GCevoPro with an IMS basket and an IMS shower screen (or whatever pro brand you prefer), fantastic value for money, especially if you know the tricks for steam, better temperature stability and pre-infusion.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  11 месяцев назад

      Hey P, Thanks for the comments! Nice upgrades for sure and upgradeability plus techniques make it a very capable machine.
      Marc

  • @willracey7173
    @willracey7173 11 месяцев назад +1

    Will Whole Latte Love offer the Gaggia in the new Sunshine Yellow? And how long would it be before it's purchasable?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад +1

      Hi will, Yes we will have the new colors. Unfortunately I do not have ETA at this point.

  • @Tim20461
    @Tim20461 11 месяцев назад +4

    Can you possibly share what a “food safe” coating is? Is there a list of exclusionary ingredients. Ie. Such as non BPA? Are there any PFAS chemicals in the coating?

    • @Tim20461
      @Tim20461 10 месяцев назад +1

      Curious if I can get an answer on this? Food safe raises a red flag for me. I appreciate Gaggia may not tell you the chemical ingredient list but what can they tell us?

  • @stephaned.557
    @stephaned.557 8 месяцев назад +1

    Hey Marc, are you selling an Evo upgrade? I’m interested in the boiler, group head and pump mount to improve my classic pro. Thanks

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  8 месяцев назад

      Hi s, Great question! At this point we do not have a packaged upgrade. I'm checking with or lead Gaggia service tech to see if parts can bolt in without modification.
      Marc

  • @IT10T
    @IT10T 8 месяцев назад +3

    I think this machine is great, just wish the wand was more articular, I get that is a high end upgrade.. but it just seems like it would make such a difference in consumer feedback. So many people mention this as being a drawback to what is widely considered a really great machine, it would appear to be a simple fix.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  8 месяцев назад +2

      Hey IT, Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We do pass along requests like yours to Gaggia.
      Marc

  • @jamesmac6102
    @jamesmac6102 10 месяцев назад +6

    I have the EVO and add the BG PID with a timer. Now my friend who has the rocket machine wants
    to downgrade lol

    • @Mzedith
      @Mzedith 9 месяцев назад +1

      Was it hard to install? And do you have a link to the unit?

    • @jamesmac6102
      @jamesmac6102 9 месяцев назад

      @@Mzedith It was easy to install, about 30 minutes. I bought the Barista Gadgets PID from Etsy and the EVO machine from Whole Latte Love.

  • @soumynonareverse7807
    @soumynonareverse7807 4 месяца назад +1

    so besides adding a PID, what would you do for shorter heatup times and easier change from brewing to steaming back and forth? If I'm going to diy anyway, does it make sense to use insulation foam or alloy on the boiler so it will retain it's temperature better?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  4 месяца назад

      Hi s, Can't recommend adding insulation to boiler. In unmodified condition the Classic only needs about 20-25 seconds heating to go from espresso to steaming.

    • @soumynonareverse7807
      @soumynonareverse7807 4 месяца назад

      @@Wholelattelovepage and what are the cool down times to brewing after steaming when making multiple cappuccinos?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  4 месяца назад +1

      @@soumynonareverse7807 Cool down process is opening steam wand and pushing both steam and brew switch until solid stream of water exits the wand. Usually takes 10-15 seconds. After that wait for brew ready light to illuminate. Probably about 20-30 seconds or by the time you've prepped for next extraction.

    • @soumynonareverse7807
      @soumynonareverse7807 4 месяца назад +1

      @@Wholelattelovepage and will the Portafilter after that minute or so be up to temp aswell?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  4 месяца назад

      @@soumynonareverse7807 So long as you keep it in locked in group when not in use.

  • @kiykim277
    @kiykim277 8 месяцев назад

    Does the brew temp light go on and off occasionally on idle? Mine seems to go on and off every 2 minutes or s. Is that normal? Will be off for 5 seconds and turn back on.

    • @Inv1ncbleBears
      @Inv1ncbleBears 7 месяцев назад +1

      yes it's the boiler turning on and off. the boiler is constantly fluctuating between two set temps in the "on" position. The light turns on when it's heating up and off when it's hit max temp. Both on and off are ok to pull espresso at but many people will get into the specifics of the temp to make "perfect" shots.

  • @georgekelly7885
    @georgekelly7885 24 дня назад +1

    What is my Evo Pro doing if while brewing and drops of water are leaking over the top of the filter?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  23 дня назад

      Hi gk, Sounds like you are not getting a good seal on the top of the portafilter to the group gasket. That can be caused by not locking the portafilter in enough, coffee debris on the gasket or a worn out group gasket. Group gaskets are wear items and need replacement when worn. Here's a video on servicing the Classic group gasket and associated components which may help: ruclips.net/video/Kigi1ggnTJ0/видео.html
      If you continue to have issue and purchased the machine in North America you can contact our tech support staff here for additional assistance: www.wholelattelove.com/pages/contact-us
      Marc

  • @btong2278
    @btong2278 4 месяца назад

    What diameter tamper should I get for the non pressurized basket? 58mm or 58.5mm? Thanks!

  • @riccosauve2827
    @riccosauve2827 4 дня назад +1

    Marc i bought the evo pro what shower screen can i get that fits wanted to upgrade thanks

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  2 дня назад

      Hey ricco, I recommend the IMS Nanotech screen for the GCEP: www.wholelattelove.com/collections/pro-brewing/products/ims-nanotech-gaggia-classic-shower-screen

  • @thayannefreire
    @thayannefreire 10 месяцев назад

    What is the reference of this machine sold in the US?
    Gaggia RI9380 Classic Evo Pro?

  • @jesiem7
    @jesiem7 11 месяцев назад +3

    Hi great machine! question, Will be available to buy the new upgrade pressure part to make it 9bar and can I use this for the Gaggia Classic ? Thanks.

    • @FurryWooki
      @FurryWooki 11 месяцев назад +1

      That's the great thing about Gaggia machines. So many parts are interchangeable, most likely the answer is yes. But will have to see once people get their hands on it and the official parts diagrams are released.

  • @Mzedith
    @Mzedith 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hey Marc, I just purchased a Gaggia Evo from WLL, it will arrive next week. I’m setting up an espresso bar at the office, I currently have a plumped La Spaziale Dream at home but didn’t want to invest that much for the office. This Gaggia seems like the best for its price point. That said, i have seem a lot of mods, mainly adding the PID. Do i really need to? Only going to be pulling about a shot a day, maybe two max. But not back to back. How stable is the temp and would it void my warranty if i add it? Thanks for your time.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  9 месяцев назад +3

      Hi M, Thanks for your patronage and question. I do not feel the PID mod is necessary and it would void the warranty. You can get around temperature fluctuations using techniques. Ex. If the brew ready light is on, do a short flush to check for overheated brew water. If there's turbulent flow/excess steam continue the flush for a few seconds. That short check and cooling flush as needed is the same thing one would do on a much more expensive HX boiler machine with PID. Yes, most all HX boiler PID machines creep up in temp if on and idle for more than 30 minutes and will need a short cooling flush. After using your Classic for a week or two you'll get used to where its at for temperature. From there, you can decrease temps as needed with the short flushes or increase temps by turning the steam switch on for a few seconds. There's intuition, experience and a bit of guessing involved but that's part of the fun. Hope that helps!
      Marc

    • @MedithJ
      @MedithJ 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@Wholelattelovepage Thanks Marc for your quick reply! Cooling flush is the key. Not going to void my warranty with a Mod i don't need.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  9 месяцев назад +1

      @@MedithJ NP - good plan!
      Marc

    • @marcgill5457
      @marcgill5457 11 дней назад

      Great answer.. All I was seeing is PIDs as a necessity. I personally couldn't stand the PID black box with a multi colored LED screen mounted (😦) on this clean an
      elegant machine. Funny the work around is stick time, and taste/memory experience. Keeping my baby all sleek n clean❤️🥰☕

  • @ckoh7948
    @ckoh7948 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Marc,
    After pulling the shot of espresso with the naked portafilter, there’s some water left about a spoon of water on top. Is this normal or am I doing something wrong?
    I grinded coffee bean using eureka specialita at a size 1.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  9 месяцев назад

      Hi c, A little bit of water is not out of the ordinary but pucks should be relatively dry. Excess water may indicate dirty components like shower screen, screen holding plate, 3way solenoid. Here's a video showing how to service those components: ruclips.net/video/VbLIIrhE8ms/видео.html
      Marc

  • @janstumper
    @janstumper 8 месяцев назад +1

    Hi, I live in Germany. Is there any possibility to get the 9 bar version here in Europe? Are the other upgrades included in the European versions of the gaggia? Thanks.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  8 месяцев назад

      Hey jan! As far as I know all upgrades except the 9 bar are included in the EU version of the Gaggia Classic. Not sure what's available in Germany but here in the US there are 3rd parties offering 9 bar springs for the OPV.
      Marc

    • @janstumper
      @janstumper 8 месяцев назад

      @@Wholelattelovepage hey Marc, thanks for the quick reply. I know about the third party offering for 9 bar springs. But the problem I want to avoid is losing the warranty. That’s why I would prefer to get the us model somehow.

    • @RafQ321
      @RafQ321 7 месяцев назад

      ​@@janstumper Hi, did you manage to get the 9 bar version in Europe ? I want my delivered to Poland ;)

    • @janstumper
      @janstumper 7 месяцев назад

      @@RafQ321 Hi, no I didnt. I bought the "normal" version now and will order the external 9bar-opv soon. That will kill the warranty, but I think its worth the risk.

    • @RafQ321
      @RafQ321 7 месяцев назад

      @@janstumper Thanks ! I will go back to this comment in let's say two months and ask if it was worth the upgrade :D

  • @mjmdiver1137
    @mjmdiver1137 3 месяца назад +1

    Hi, I'm looking at the Evo Pro for my wife for her birthday and I wanted to know what an appropriate grinder recommendation would be (of what you carry, of course), considering the cost of the Evo Pro? Basically, I don't want to spend $500 on a grinder if I'm spending $400 or so on the espresso machine.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  3 месяца назад +1

      Hi mjm, lucky wife! Here's a video with a range of grinders that pair up nicely with the GCEP: ruclips.net/video/Krh0XzFX1m0/видео.html
      Of those in the video I recommend the Eureka Mignon Facile for your situation. It's a very popular, solid, high build quality flat burr grinder: www.wholelattelove.com/products/eureka-mignon-facile-espresso-grinder-white
      Hope that helps!
      Marc

    • @mjmdiver1137
      @mjmdiver1137 3 месяца назад

      @@Wholelattelovepage Thanks... when looking at the GCEP, I noticed you had a bundled discount on the Eureka Silenzio and that made it only a touch more expensive than the Facile so I decided to go with that one... add a Feb29th discount and we're all set!

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  3 месяца назад

      @@mjmdiver1137 Gotta love the bundles - and leap year! Enjoy!!!
      Marc

  • @PokySan
    @PokySan 10 месяцев назад +1

    It's fun because when i look at mine the on switch is different. Mine jumps back and has a automatically shut off.

    • @PokySan
      @PokySan 10 месяцев назад +1

      Im from Danmark BTW

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад

      Hi PS, What year is your machine? There are some differences between EU and North American versions of the Gaggia Classic.

  • @xstalkrx
    @xstalkrx 5 месяцев назад +1

    How durable is that black anti-scale coating in the boiler? Is that going to be slowly leeching toxic material into our espresso?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  4 месяца назад

      Hi x, thanks for the question! Here is more information on the boiler coating:
      FOOD DECLARATION: EXELIA 3010/B242 coating conforms for contact with food in compliance with the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) Regulation CFR Title 21 Par 175.300 and it conforms for contact with food in compliance with the Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food. The supplier could not share with us the coating detailed chemical composition since it is an intellectual property, covered by patent. But the supplier agreed to share it with EUROLAB after they signed an NDA. EUROLAB is a third independent institute, specialized in performing chemical analysis to check product compliance with chemicals regulations. It is an accredited laboratory (accredited in Italy by Accredia - Accredia is The National Accreditation Body, appointed by the Italian government to attest the competence and impartiality of Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) which verify the conformity to the standards of goods and services). After performing chemical analysis on our Classic Evo with the new boiler (the one with the new coating), Eurolab certified that the molecules that might be potentially released in the water ARE NOT DANGEROUS according to the official list of dangerous substances and therefore are not subject to restrictions

  • @Zikranaik
    @Zikranaik 3 месяца назад +1

    I’m looking for the RI9480, is it the same?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  3 месяца назад +1

      Hi Z, The number on this North American Gaggia Classic Evo Pro is RI9380. Incidentally, that's same number for the 2019 NA Gaggia Classic Pro. Both also have this designation for Type: SIN035R
      It's possible RI9480 may be an EU version of the machine.

  • @PanzerIV88
    @PanzerIV88 10 месяцев назад +4

    Nice! That's really very welcome upgrades but I feel like they woke up really late like 12 years to finally come with features that should had beem there already over 5 years ago? It was already possible to upgrade it yourself from Shades so I dont know why Gaggia waited that long.
    The stainless steel portadilter is really nice but totally wasted imo considering its still a spouted one when they know anyone slighty serious will want to have a bottomless so you pay extra for a portefilter you're not gonna use and still have to spend an extra dor an aftermarket.
    It's like when i bought my R58 it came with a useless double amd even more useless single that i barely ever used after raging a few time. Had to fet a Pesado but it doesnt 100% fit the R58 and locks at 7PM 😬 At least my mom's Bianca V3 came with a bottomless with wood which i was really surprised!

  • @Kchtulhoo
    @Kchtulhoo 11 месяцев назад +1

    how much water is placed in gaggia classic boiler? the Internet writes different information..

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад +1

      Just measured total boiler volume ~4oz/120ml.
      Marc

  • @farhanabaz
    @farhanabaz 5 месяцев назад +1

    What about temp stability? Is it still the same as the old one?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  4 месяца назад

      Hi f, yes. no change in heating in the Evo Pro model.
      Marc

  • @AsardarSingh
    @AsardarSingh 6 месяцев назад

    Can I use this machine for my small coffee cart? We need approx 100 shots per day.

    • @myname-mz3lo
      @myname-mz3lo 23 дня назад

      No. It is not a Comercial machine.

  • @janala69
    @janala69 5 месяцев назад

    Is there a big difference in taste in 9 bar vs standard pressure?

    • @myname-mz3lo
      @myname-mz3lo 23 дня назад +1

      Higher than 9 bar stops you from grinding fine. Because it compresses the Puck. So is there a difference between fine and coarse grind? Yes, more extraction.

  • @3358113a
    @3358113a 7 месяцев назад +1

    Has the boiler capacity been increased to 140ml?

  • @jonbanaitis2992
    @jonbanaitis2992 6 месяцев назад +1

    Do you run 4oz of water every single time you want to make a coffee or only the first time. ?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  6 месяцев назад

      Hey jb, First time only to fill the boiler.

    • @jonbanaitis2992
      @jonbanaitis2992 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@Wholelattelovepage thanks got my machine last night based on your information , was going to spend 4x more but after seeing so many good things on this figured this machine is a better buy for us
      Would you recommend a DF64 gen 2 with DLC burrs or a Eureka mignon zero ? They are the same price almost here

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  6 месяцев назад

      @@jonbanaitis2992 Full disclosure, we do not carry the DF64 as we tend to prefer the quality of made in Italy/Europe. That said, we have had one in house for evaluation and a colleague tried it at home for awhile grinding for pour over and espresso. He also happens to be very familiar with the Zero and did this video on it: ruclips.net/video/joQSpXwgPT4/видео.htmlsi=HLI4Zvhidlr7qnnu I asked which he'd choose as an espresso grinder and he'd prefer the Mignon Zero. He commented the DF64 has a very small espresso range - small turns of the grind size adjustment collar resulted in big changes in espresso grind size. For clarity the DF he had was not Gen 2 with DLC burrs. Many grinders have DLC burrs available. Key benefits are longer burr life and burrs are a little slicker. Burr life isn't really important for home use unless you're grinding a lot of coffee. Standard burrs in the Eureka should be good for at least 800KG of grinding. He also felt at pour over grind size the DF64 produced more fines - he mentioned he has no empirical evidence of that just his opinion. With the Mignon Zero you will have more precision in espresso grind size adjustment.
      Hope that helps!
      Marc

    • @jonbanaitis2992
      @jonbanaitis2992 6 месяцев назад

      thank you so much I'll grab that grinder this week hopefully you guys will put it on sale shotley for a even better buy thanks so much i'll watch the above video as well @@Wholelattelovepage

  • @CH-yp5by
    @CH-yp5by 11 месяцев назад +1

    Shame about the stainless porta filter brass is superior in keeping the heat while out of the machine when putting coffee in it.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад +1

      Hi C, thanks for the comment. Mass of the stainless PF is same as brass. My guess is difference is negligible in time it takes to dose the coffee. I'll have to do some tests. Brass has higher heat conductivity. I'm not a specialist in that area. Guessing that means it would heat up faster. Wouldn't that mean it cools faster too?

  • @georgereid7485
    @georgereid7485 10 месяцев назад +2

    On their website it says 15 bar? But I thought you’d mentioned it’s now 9?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад

      Hey George, Not sure which website you're looking at. Clearly states on ours it's 9 bar OPV: www.wholelattelove.com/products/gaggia-classic-evo-pro-espresso-machine-in-cherry-red
      Please note: 9 bar is currently only available in North American Classic Evo Pro machines.
      Marc

  • @big5astra
    @big5astra 11 месяцев назад +13

    Hey Marc, great video for this new upgrade. I see you are still using the "Brute Force" method to tighten the group handle. I cringe every time I see this. It really isn't necessary. Just try using one finger alone to tighten the group handle and you will see that it will not leak. And this is so much more mechanically sympathetic to the machine, not to mention that the seal in the group handle will have a hugely extended life - among other benefits. Cheers.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад +8

      Hey big, Thanks for the comment. I was using a brand new machine - group gasket not broken in and still a little stiff. I'd hate to show a PF clocking in to 7 in the video. I'd hear about that! I almost always switch out to after market silicone gaskets in groups of all machines I use. This one for well used Classics: www.wholelattelove.com/products/caffewerks-silicone-group-gasket-73-x-57-x-8-5mm
      And this one for relatively new: www.wholelattelove.com/products/caffewerks-silicone-group-gasket-73-x-57-x-8mm

  • @AnotherBangaTV
    @AnotherBangaTV 7 месяцев назад +1

    is that the cherry red model?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  7 месяцев назад

      Yes - right here www.wholelattelove.com/products/gaggia-classic-evo-pro-espresso-machine-in-cherry-red

  • @normrubio
    @normrubio 6 месяцев назад +1

    That milk wand purge…every time?!

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  6 месяцев назад +1

      Yes, that's standard operating procedure with any espresso machine. After steaming the wand draws up a bit of milk as it quickly cools. If you do not purge it out the milk it can eventually reach the boiler. Refilling and cooling the boiler by turning steam off and pump on after steaming until there's a stream of water from the wand is standard procedure on all single boiler espresso machines.

  • @yd1792
    @yd1792 3 месяца назад +1

    Still very confusing with names - classic pro, classic evo, classic pro v2, standard. Which one is which??? I am looking with more stainless parts no chrome plated brass and not sure which one is stainless. Gaggio should come up with easy name EVO 1; Evo 2; Evo 3 and so on. Keep updating but easy for customers to buy correct version.

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  2 месяца назад

      Hi y, The most recent version is the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro. Before that was the Gaggia Classic Pro and before that the Gaggia Classic. Not to add to the confusion but there was a significant difference between the older Gaggia Classic sold in the EU and North American markets.
      Here are details on the current Gaggia Classic Evo Pro: www.wholelattelove.com/products/gaggia-classic-evo-pro-semi-automatic-espresso-machine
      Espresso is now brewed at 9 Bar thanks to an update to the OPV spring. To improve longevity without sacrificing quality, Gaggia left the Classic’s brass brew group alone but updated the group cover with a new polished steel surround that won’t peel or flake over time. Gaggia also updated the 58mm commercial portafilter, exchanging chrome-plated brass for stainless steel to better match the group and eliminate visual imperfections that could occur with the previous design.
      Hope that helps!
      Marc

  • @napolinapoli933
    @napolinapoli933 2 месяца назад +1

    this machine does not have a PID
    is this redundancy?

  • @anotherguycalledsmith
    @anotherguycalledsmith 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hi, Marc, I did not even know that you actually dare having a look at other machines than… - just kidding. See you ;-)

  • @sandyd4271
    @sandyd4271 11 месяцев назад +1

    5th

  • @lenso010
    @lenso010 Месяц назад +1

    For me evo pro = pid with 9 bar

  • @Herohector
    @Herohector 2 месяца назад +1

    Sometimes Mark's voice give me Anthony Bourdain's vibes.

  • @elishmittywerminghanjensen1264
    @elishmittywerminghanjensen1264 10 месяцев назад +1

    Where's the giveaway?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад

      Right here: www.wholelattelove.com/pages/whole-latte-love-giveaways

  • @hakimrahman85
    @hakimrahman85 7 месяцев назад +1

    He has such an “advertisement” voice.

  • @myname-mz3lo
    @myname-mz3lo 23 дня назад +1

    The lack of a pid makes all of these changes useless. I would swap all those changes for a pid

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  23 дня назад

      Hi, thanks for the comment. Typically at least 2x the price of this machine for PID machine with actual boiler. There are a few appliance grade products with thermoblock heaters which market PID but those do not heat the group head or portafilter so temp stability is suspect.

    • @myname-mz3lo
      @myname-mz3lo 23 дня назад

      @@Wholelattelovepage 2x the price but for no good reason. They could conquer the market with a cheap pid upgrade

  • @KakashiMeister
    @KakashiMeister 11 месяцев назад +1

    The official website of gaggia says this machine have 15 bar pressured string not 9 bar !!! 😢is this really because I sow on video the test and I sow the 9 bar ! You modify the machine ? Sorry for my English!!!

    • @Smellslikegelfling
      @Smellslikegelfling 11 месяцев назад +3

      This is a new version with 9 bar modification. Not on the website yet. Also only available in USA.

    • @KakashiMeister
      @KakashiMeister 11 месяцев назад

      @@Smellslikegelfling do you know if it will come with the 9 bars opv in europe ?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  11 месяцев назад

      9 bar is currently only available on Classic Evo Pros sold in North America.
      Marc

    • @dominikvollstedt6532
      @dominikvollstedt6532 9 месяцев назад

      Sold by whom? Does wholelattelove mod machines to 9 Bar and then sell them as „9 Bar“ or is it a stock 9 Bar preassure sold BY GAGGIA themselfes? Cant believe you guys got this question multiple times but dont give a CLEAR answer.

  • @jamesmclaughlin3460
    @jamesmclaughlin3460 11 месяцев назад +2

    I just bought the gaggia in April . Can I buy the new op valve for my machine.

    • @sandyd4271
      @sandyd4271 11 месяцев назад

      there is a lot of mods for the gaggia, you can simply buy diffrent springs to set a new pressure.

    • @jamesmclaughlin3460
      @jamesmclaughlin3460 11 месяцев назад

      That's what I was going to do. Just thought that might be an option.

    • @BarbaraGini
      @BarbaraGini 11 месяцев назад +2

      Hi. You mention in the video the updated stainless steel portafilter, that replaces the chrome plated one. But, on the whole latte love website (page for this product) the portafilter material is listed as chrome plated brass. Furthermore, the Gaggia North America website also has it in chrome. Will the new portafilter be included in products still to come, or it’s still a chrome plated one? Thank you!

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  11 месяцев назад

      Hi BG, Not sure what listing you're looking at on or site it's clearly listed as stainless steel: www.wholelattelove.com/products/gaggia-classic-evo-pro-semi-automatic-espresso-machine
      All Classic Evo Pros we're shipping come with a stainless steel double spout PF. I'm guessing the description on Gaggia NA has not been updated to reflect the change. I can assure you all Evo Pros regardless of retailer have the stainless steel PF.
      Marc

    • @jamesmclaughlin3460
      @jamesmclaughlin3460 11 месяцев назад

      Do you sell the upgraded op valve. 8 just bought the gaggia classic pro. In April now it's better already. We're can I buy this nine bar spring? Or valve.

  • @jamesmclaughlin3460
    @jamesmclaughlin3460 10 месяцев назад +1

    I just got my gaggia classic pro prestige. Can i get an 9 bar opv for mine?

    • @Wholelattelovepage
      @Wholelattelovepage  10 месяцев назад

      Hi James, At this time we only have OPV installed in machines. We hope to have spares in the future but no ETA.

    • @jamesmclaughlin3460
      @jamesmclaughlin3460 10 месяцев назад

      @@Wholelattelovepage ok thanks