ECM Synchronika Double Boiler Espresso Machine Preview
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- Опубліковано 15 жов 2024
- In this video Slawek previews the ECM Synchronika double boiler espresso machine. Three sets of drinks are prepared including espresso, a long black and a latte. You can get the ECM Synchronika from iDrinkCoffee.com by visiting: idrinkcoffee.c...
To decrease the distance from the group head to the cups even more (minimizing heat loss), I have resorted to just placing my lips directly into the spout of the portafilter. Initially you'll get quite a few blisters, bit once they harden and become calloused, you'll be getting maximum flavors and heat retention from your shots.
I don’t think the temperature thing is actually the reason for the cup riser. Coffee’s essentially an emulsion of oils and solids suspended in water. Generally, it’s a pretty stable emulsion, but it can break and the oils and water will separate (like salad dressing). The harder the coffee hits the cup, the more likely it is that the emulsion breaks. You can test this for yourself by making a pot of normal drip coffee and pouring two cups: one like normal and one from several feet above the cup. The one poured from a greater height will have a noticeably different taste than the one poured normally. That said, I’m skeptical that there’s any tangible difference at espresso machine scales, but the principle is legit at least.
Thumbs up for the long black. Hope it catches on in more parts of the world.
Hi Slava. Great video, as always. I am interested in upgrading my machine and have narrowed my choice down to the ECM Synchronika and the Lelit Bianca. Both machines are beautiful and offer flow control. Do you have any advice regarding the differences between the two machines? Quality and workmanship? Would you recommend one over the other?
I like the preinfusion feature of the Bianca V3. can be programmed and repeated. The Synchronika not similar. I am debating between these two also. Which did you choose?
Is it normal for the hot water spout to create that much steam when pouring for an americano or long black? That amount of steam seems excessive but I’m new to these types of machines.
Thanks a lot for your great review, Slavek! I am considering to get one, but have one consern about the height with opened tank lift.
I am planning to set it up under the cabinet, so have limited space, what is the heght of Synchronika with opened tank lift?
Very informative video. Thank you ❤
Bought this machine from you guys and LOVE it
We have Rocket Water softener in the water tank
Do we need to descale ourself or have it professionally descaled? If so, what interval
If you are using the softener and changing it every 100 litres or so you don't have to descale, the water should be soft. Keep an eye out for any signs of scale. White build up on your hot water wand or in the tank are signs. If you see something give us a call and we can help.
Which one is better?: ECM Technika V profi PID or Synchronika
I seen a lot of videos about this machine it’s very nice
ECM Synchronika Espresso Machine With Flow Control
With this grinder it’s a good package
Ceado E37S Quick Set Espresso Grinder
Great vid, what's the best pressure for the rotary pump?
Hello, do you think this ESM machine is good for specialty coffee shop for beginners? we are debating between two brands and this machine is very reasonably priced.
Hi, this machine is not rated for commercial use, I would not recommend it for use in a cafe.
Wat courses bubbles after making latte and I use the same machine
Slawek, great video. Thanks for the demonstration and clear explanation. How do you think the Synchronika compares to the Profitec Pro 700?
Hi,
The Synchronika and Profitec Pro 700 are essentially the same machine. ECM and Profitec are sister companies and the internal components of both machines are almost identical.
@@iDrinkCoffeeCanada Slawek, so what do you think of the video showing some very poor workmanship of the ECM Symphonica?
@@markferwerda7968 to be honest I haven't watched any videos like that but I can tell you from more than 12 years and tens of thousands of machines sold that ECM build quality is near the top of the industry. Admittedly we have seen some issues over the yearsbut that's the case with every single manufacturer we deal with. One thing that we look at is return rates and the ECM synchronika is very low, that's an indicator of customer satisfaction for us.
Hi Slawek, Great video and very informative..Well done!
Is it possible to make the milk even denser/thicker/frothier? I like cappuccinos where you could hypothetically put a sugar cube on top of the froth and it won't sink. Thanks
Hi, froth is just suspended air. When you steam milk you add water and air. In order for a sugar cube to sit on top of froth it would have to have a lower density than the frothed milk. It may be possible with granular sugar if it's spread out and added slowly. Like if you put powdered chocolate on top of a cappuccino but with a cube it wouldn't be easy. Water is denser than milk fat, that's why cream rises to the top in non homogenized milk so if you use a higher percentage fat milk like half and half or heavy cream you will likely have a better chance. Interesting question, I'll have to give it a try sometime.
can this be for commercial use?
Wow, beautiful machine.
Hi, do you think this machine can be used for small commercial e.g. mobile cart setup? How stable is the temperature for b2b brews? Thanks
I would say the maximum amount of drinks per day this machine is suitable for is about 50
Not sure why you didnt start with how to turn it on 😢
This machine was my first choice, but too expensive; bought a single boiler ECM Classika.
Great video. Regarding the grinder, how does the one in the video compare the the new ceado 37s and the ECM titan 64 grinder? Thanks a lot!
Chris Rizzo The Titan is faster and more powerful whereas the Ceado has a larger but set. It has 83mm burrs vs 64mm
How much milk can be steamed at once ?
I have heat exchanger coffee machine and i want to up grade to duel boiler .
Should i go with ecm synchronika
Or Lina mini ?
And why ?
Thank you
The LMLM has Marzoccos saturated group but otherwise the Synchronika is more fully featured. It has full digital pid control over both boilers whereas the LMLM has analog control over the coffee boiler and a pressurestat for the steam. The ECM also has a shot timer and it costs $2500 less
ecm synchronika gives you basically all you need in terms of steaming milk and making espressos. More important is buying a really good grinder like the Mahlkönig k30 !
Fantastic Video!! Very helpful and all in, what I want to know. thanks a lot! :-)
Slawek are You from Poland ? I ask because you have a Polish name and surname. :-) by the way, greeting from Poland:-)
Can you disable the steam boiler (if you know you’re not going to make milk drinks), and if so, how?
Hi, yes you can turn off the steam boiler with a switch behind the drip tray that allows you to turn it on and off
What's the cost of this machine? Is it available in Singapore?
Tarzan101 Jungle In Canada it is $3795 CAD, I don't know about Singapore
iDrinkCoffeeCanada Thanks. I can't order from Canada cos of the distance. Also for services required,that will a hassle. Do let me know if they have a agent in Spore.
Thank you
thats a great machine.. very nice.
That steaming speed was very slow. That can be a good thing for beginners though
Agathorn the pressure can be adjusted using the PID and the steam can also be changed. Many home users prefer the slower speed because it is easier to handle. But if you want more it is certainly possible.
I found switching steam tips can have a huge impact on how powerful / fast or slow the steaming works, I actually prefer a smaller two hole tip on my machine (Rocket) which has a lot of power and usually steams too fast, the smaller holes than the default steam tip steam a lot slower but allow me to get better results for the milk foam.
is the rotary pump and how many hole in steam stick
it does have a rotary pump and the stock steam tip has 2 holes.
What's different between heat exchange and dual boiler since u can froth and pull a shot at the same time
Hi, pleas watch this video for an explanation of different boiler types ua-cam.com/video/T7h52iomGsY/v-deo.html
Basically better brew temperature control with a dual boiler.
What Kind of grinder do you use in the Video?
That's the Compak E5
How do you compare with La Marzocco Linea Mini? Thx
Both machines have double boilers and temperature control over the coffee boiler. However the control on the Linea Mini is analog, you use an adjust wheel at the side of the machine. The Linea mini also has a pressurestat to control the steam boiler while the ECM has a solid state relay and pid control over steam as well. The Synchronika's pid is also a shot timer which is another additional feature. Synchronika comes with two Porta filters and a plumb in kit whereas the Linea Mini has a single portafilter and the plumb in kit must be purchased separately. La Marzocco has a saturated group and the ECM uses an E61. The price difference is also almost $3000 CAD.
@@iDrinkCoffeeCanada in terms of espresso taste, which one you choose?
I think that the grinder has a larger impact on the end result in the cup. I would save the money and invest it in a top end grinder personally which will have a more dramatic impact on the taste than the machine.
@@iDrinkCoffeeCanada which grinder would you recommend? Thank you 👍👍
@@ronysetiadi9939 there are many great grinders. I am very partial to the Mahlkonig Peak or the K30
Very helpful
How can I control the water heat degree
The temperature in both the steam boiler and the brew boiler are controlled using the PID. Just press the arrows up and down to adjust to your desired temperature.
iDrinkCoffeeCanada thanks ❤️
Would like to have this with the pre-infusion valve on the mushroom. But ECM wants way way too much money for it. I can see paying $2000-$2200 but definitely not $3000+
The ECM is priced a little bit higher than competing machines but not drastically so. I haven't seen any dual boiler machines with rotary pumps on the 2000-2200 range (although I am talking Canadian Dollars)
Dude your hot water is coming from another boiler than the brewboiler 😊.
Don't google long black, you will be surprised :D
haha :|
much to serieus ligheup where talking coffee. I mean this positive
I always enjoy his videos... lots of valuable information etc... but he always looks angry. Not happy that he has to waste time doing these videos. Even a small smile during the into into his videos would it seem like he really loves the equipment he's reviewing rather than; "It's my job... somebody has to do it" :(
Hi, I do enjoy doing the videos and I love working with coffee and espresso equipment which I why I founded iDrinkCoffee.com back in 2009. This video was posted some time ago and I will refresh it soon but rest assured, while it is my job, I do love it!
How many grams can you put in the single and double basket?
Mary Ellis generally you can put about 8 and 16 respectively.
ah ok i was doing 14 in my double and looking for 28g out which was not giving me a lot for a double shot i guess 16 would be better
I don't suppose you have any videos showing the filling and use of single and double baskets the single seems very tricky to use
Mary Ellis truth be told the single is always a challenge. At the shop and at home I only use the double. You usually have to grind finer for single shots and even then they are not the same. Thank you for the suggestion though, maybe we will shoot a video on single baskets in the future
Thanks do you pull ur shots by time or weight?