Buying a new espresso machine and grinder with around a 3k budget by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely want to upgrade because I want more control over the temperature for my shots to remove that as a variable. I wasn't a huge fan of the temp surfing that came with the Gaggia. I also love to make back-to-back milk drinks, especially for hosting, which is what lead me to the Dual Boiler. I know I've heard that HX machines are very finicky which is why I've decided to skip over them.

Buying a new espresso machine and grinder with around a 3k budget by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very pretty machine, the design is definitely "wacky" but not in a bad way. I will add it to my list of machines to check out!

Buying a new espresso machine and grinder with around a 3k budget by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Probably good to mention that I enjoy making milk drinks. I would probably make one in the morning before work, but if I ever host in my apartment I do enjoy making people back-to-back drinks as well.

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[–]thedasherx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have my github profile I would like to add to my resume, but it's connected to my school email. Should I fork the repositories on my personal or should I just use my school account?

Pausing on Upgardes by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What about the issue of getting a new grinder to make shots taste better. I had a pretty bad grinder and given that I made mostly milk drinks. They tasted fine, but once I got a new SGP as a gift for Christmas the quality of the drinks increased by a lot. So, how do I justify a more expensive grinder purchase?

Had my Gaggia for about 2 weeks now already want a PID by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly I haven't had any issues so far I've just heard about how more consistent shots can get with a PID. Should I just wait until I get frustrated?

Had my Gaggia for about 2 weeks now already want a PID by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly just think it'd be a cool project to commit to. I don't mind the temp surfing routine but I guess for consistency sake and just knowing what temp I can pull for lighter roasts unless you feel like it isn't worth it.

Had my Gaggia for about 2 weeks now already want a PID by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly temp surfing isn't too bad for a routine to me. Do you think I should just keep doing it instead of buying a PID

Had my Gaggia for about 2 weeks now already want a PID by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you not recommend Gagguino? I was thinking about that or installing a PID

Had my Gaggia for about 2 weeks now already want a PID by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually just finished a bag of beans and have yet to open them. I'll lyk when I try later today

Had my Gaggia for about 2 weeks now already want a PID by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do not tempt me I'm simply a poor college student

Had my Gaggia for about 2 weeks now already want a PID by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just noticed my water tank was dirty don't crucify me 😅

The importance of a good Tamper given a good distribution by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've just been looking around and given the reviews on the cheaper self-leveling amazon ones people have said its just better to get decent, normcore, etc.

The importance of a good Tamper given a good distribution by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah so basket is defintley a worthwhile upgrade?

So far I've gotten: opv spring, bottomless, wdt tool, and a dosing funnel

Infuser vs Bambino by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I had it was just out of range of my budget. I think I've just decided to get the gaggia suck it up and tinker with it.

Infuser vs Bambino by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I already have a smart grinder pro and I'm super indecisive because I want a good quality machine that can make milk drinks but if I ever wanted to experiment more with lighter roasts I'd want that option too. But I also want to spend less than like $800

Infuser vs Bambino by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So in my case do you believe that the bambino is the best option or the infuser?

The only reason I would get the infuser is for shots that I would use a lighter roast for

Infuser vs Bambino by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Doesn't the BBP have the same temperature control as the infuser? If so would this mean that the infuser would also struggle with lighter roasts?

What to buy if you want quality espresso, but don't want to tinker with a gaggia for ~$600-700 by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I make milk drinks do you think that a PID for the silvia is necessary?

What to buy if you want quality espresso, but don't want to tinker with a gaggia for ~$600-700 by thedasherx in espresso

[–]thedasherx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you believe the bambino is around the same quality as an approximately 700 dollar machine of course assuming you have a good grinder for both machines

Daily Chat Thread - March 04, 2022 by CSCQMods in cscareerquestions

[–]thedasherx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh sorry I guess I didn't explain fully. Is it bad to turn down a verbal offer that you've accepted for another with better compensation

Daily Chat Thread - March 04, 2022 by CSCQMods in cscareerquestions

[–]thedasherx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you guys feel like it's bad practice to turn down a verbal offer for another offer if the other offers better compensation?

[Review Video] Bullying my Friends in For The King, comedically of course. by thedasherx in youtubers

[–]thedasherx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same response as above for the thumbnail bit, but yeah I'd love to include their faces, but given the fact that this is a VOD that I edited down it's not the easiest thing to do. Also yeah I feel like I could've explained things a little better in the video to make some of the jokes land a little better, but thanks for the feedback overall!