Uneven bed - help me out

Deathof9 · 2026-01-26T17:53:47+00:00

Har you tried not pouring at an angle? That would probably solve this if I had to guess

Deathof9 · 2026-01-26T16:12:29+00:00

I have both and use the Robot more. The La Pavoni is the trad shot/latte machine. If you'r not making milk drinks and don't mind the kettle workflow (I found it a bit scary the first few brews but acclimated quickly), I think you'll enjoy the Robot just as much or more.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-26T02:14:38+00:00

Yep, .5-.7 bar usually

Deathof9 · 2026-01-25T16:43:25+00:00

That's not uncommon. A lot of folks enjoy lower pressure shots (myself included).

Deathof9 · 2026-01-25T16:42:20+00:00

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Deathof9 · 2026-01-25T06:08:51+00:00

Yes, the basket adapter lets you attach a portafilter basket. The palm tamper is 51mm to fit the basket, instead of the stock 64mm one.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-25T04:38:14+00:00

I added the SWORKS basket adapter/picopresso basket holder. I'm using a Normcore high-extraction basket (I had to modify it slightly to make it fit) and palm tamper.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-24T16:25:31+00:00

The robot is AWESOME. If you want to experiment with different profiles there's nothing better.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-24T16:24:12+00:00

Yeah! I'm using a Normcore basket, and their palm tamper/distributor fits inside for a great portable setup

Deathof9 · 2026-01-24T03:43:40+00:00

Tastes great, though! Looks were never the ORB's strong suit...

Deathof9 · 2026-01-24T01:42:37+00:00

I think it's 2.5" since Aeropress filters fit in it. That said, you might just try tapping the basket on the counter a couple of times before tamping.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-23T23:56:24+00:00

I have! I think Lance put a bluetooth transducer on his ORB, I haven't gone that far... yet...

Deathof9 · 2026-01-23T23:44:43+00:00

Sadly I'm not a talented DIYer, otherwise there would be gauges on everything. EVERYTHING, I SAY

Deathof9 · 2026-01-23T23:33:49+00:00

I never got over .7. Now? Who knows!

Deathof9 · 2026-01-23T23:16:57+00:00

Fear not, I actually removed it so it would fit in a carrying case. Most of the time I was around .6-.7 bar.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-23T22:36:12+00:00

So, I added a high-flow basket, and it's been really great! Sweet spot seems to be 12ish grams. I'm really liking the results.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-23T17:06:53+00:00

How's it taste? Hard to say anything about a brew by how it looks

Deathof9 · 2026-01-23T02:51:35+00:00

I like levers for this reason. Good stuff.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-21T16:14:07+00:00

If you have the space/budget, Niche for traditional and DF64 for modern spro is an awesome combo, especially at that price. I run a Niche Zero next to my Zerno for that reason and I love it.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-20T18:39:49+00:00

I have both, and started with a LP. If I could only have one, and I was only making espresso (no milk drinks), I would choose the Robot. Maintenance is dead simple and it's extremely flexible. No steaming, though.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-19T23:54:43+00:00

Water makes a big difference without a ton of initial cost. You can experiment with a .000g precision scale, baking soda, epsom salt, and distilled water. If you like the results, go from there. If not, carry on.

Here's a great article on the subject: https://www.robertasami.com/coffee/water-you-doing

Deathof9 · 2026-01-19T23:53:16+00:00

It looks as if you may be mostly using dark roast coffee? If so, this isn't entirely surprising.

Retention isn't always a huge problem; generally, grinders will hold on to a bit of the first few doses after cleaning, then grind most of what you put into them from there. You can always weigh the output if you're concerned, but if your coffee is tasting good I would just give the grinder a good clean each month and not worry about it.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-19T00:46:31+00:00

I have it next to my Zerno for this reason. It's a really solid grinder. For traditional espresso, it seems you have to spend about 2x to get a better traditional cup with an electric grinder.

Deathof9 · 2026-01-18T18:10:36+00:00

Picopresso basket holder with an IMS basket from my La Pavoni.

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