BEST BUDGET HEAT EXCHANGER?: Lelit Mara X Review

[@LanceHedrick]

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[@aralshammari]

Thanks lance, great review as always. Please stick to the in depth format, I know you were contemplating it a while ago but this is so much better than the usual “reviews” on KZbin. A good comparison to the Mara is the Lelit Elizabeth which is a dual boiler with steam boiler prebrew for the same price as the Mara. It’s also more energy efficient and I’m debating the choice between the two.

[@kagantirtir7700]

about the slow ramp up on the pressure at the beginning you just need to change the spring inside the three way selonoid valve after that you have the full control of the pressure from first second to end of the shot.

[@Dawnhun1er]

About the high temperatures. This is because the machine goes to super heat mode right after the first shot. It will overheat the coffee once you wait too long, if you want to pull head to head shots. Thus to not overheat, you will need to pull the next shot after two minutes from your previous shot. If you wait longer than 5 minutes the machine will overheat. Then you will need to wait 15 minutes before the temperature level goes back down. Kaffeemacher found that one out they also have a great KZbin channel…

[@Zirassi]

I wish there was somewhere in the USA to buy this machine for the $1400 you qouted instead of $1800... I continue to be dissapointed by how wildly marked up most machines are in North America. It's one thing when we're talking saturated group flagships, but these E61s aren't on that level. Just all the more reason for Americans to buy a Decent, back machines like the Argos and Meticulous, and generally consider these massively marked up E61s something more like a last resort I guess.

[@rodrigosepulveda175]

Hey! Does de Bianca worth the extra bucks over Mara x? In terms of temp stability, and others?

[@deenman60]

Nobody is doing such high quality and informative videos, nobody! not even Pappy Hoffy. This is stupid good, and producers would pay big $$ for something like this. This is an in depth review, with all the details, and data. Nothing hidden or stupid music transitions.

[@LanceHedrick]

thank you! I really appreciate it, denis. and Hugo does, too! ha

[@DJ_BROBOT]

Well, though I know youre giving our bruh some love, there is Xris, Real Sprometheus, Ms. Eckroft, Hoffman and others doing high quality content too in the barista space too

[@allenlark]

lance does music breaks…. with his own mouth often enough. but yes! excellent content

[@GlenEdwards]

@@DJ_BROBOT I just watched Hoffman’s review of the best machines for 1500 or less and his “review” of the Mara X when he got to it, was pitiful. He skipped almost everything interesting about this machine but took the time to mention the feet… then moved on to talk fluff about the next machine. Very disappointing. However I haven’t searched his videos to see if he ever did a better review of it.

[@BBxx19]

I agree that the video is very extensive, however most people who buy or intend to buy such a machine will not put on paddle for flow control and pull some complicated shots with light roast coffee. It would have been more helpful if the measurements and instructions were done with the machine as it comes and not with the installed modifications.

[@TylerH266]

The thought, care and genuine willingness to inform the consumer in an unbiased fashion continues to amaze me. I’ve commented before and I’ll comment again, thank you!

[@jakeg1117]

Am I the only one who after all the 4/1 stuff came here expecting a joke only to find another thoughtful, deeply researched and meticulously crafted video? I guess the real jokes were the friends we made along the way... Great work guys!!

[@rodrigosepulveda175]

Jokes on me! Now I need this machine

[@NL-fb9wg]

meticulous home?

[@avduarri]

You're setting the bar very high with your reviews. A lot of useful information for the people who is looking to purchase this machine. Congrats.

[@hughlea8232]

Actually, he set the bar at 10.2.but it could go higher 😂

[@user-gi1rf8ij2s]

The temperature drops , because you are on brew mode and the heating element is off , and when you have the flow control closed, the machine pulls fresh cold water in the hx brew chamber .

[@johnsummerfield3590]

This is the most indepth review on the internet of a very relevant HX machine. I am highly interested in this machine, thank you for doing this review.

[@Smellslikegelfling]

You mentioned at the end that there are other machines you would prefer for the money. What machines do you recommend instead?

[@joebeone]

Btw, someone may have mentioned but it seems like you have power saving mode turned off. That obviously helps with the temperature spiking if left on, as it will hibernate at some point, essentially turning the system off, but ready to be turned back on (after any needed warmup) with the lift of the paddle. Since power saving mode is on by default I thought I'd mention it (and you may get to this later in the video!)

[@selimk1]

Thank you for this! Have you tested this?

[@xer0cool]

How do you turn that off?

[@joebeone]

@@xer0cool if you power the machine off, lift the group head lever completely, then power back on, it will toggle the standby mode off

[@user-cn5fe4zs6o]

Same thought here. Maybe another good reason for the factory default setting (besides regulatorics)

[@BuIIet]

I have a 250ml single boiler Lelit Anna with PID and I love it. Added preinfusion / flow control using your Gaggia classic mod video as a reference for the wiring. I couldn’t justify spending twice as much on the Mara X just to save the minute the Anna takes to come up to steam temp which is the biggest difference I could tell.

[@adityanathan]

Interesting. I have the Anna with PID too. I will look into the preinfusion & flow control mod. Thanks for commenting :)

[@flrsilvestre]

I've had my MaraX for around 2 years, even after watching countless reviews you were still able to provide valuable insights and tips for us users (machine sitting idle increases its temp after a while). Thank you so much for your valuable and dedicated work all the time!

[@LanceHedrick]

thank you for watching! glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevencrook2514]

​@@LanceHedrickI think that was sarcasm.

[@alphabuilders]

The temp drops because this machine is setup with perfect flow at stock setup to inject enough thermal energy into the large mass of brass to maintain the programmed temperature curve. When you choke the hot water you choke the heat input into that huge block of metal and the temp must fall as a result. Other machines may behave differently because they are limited by the heating elements power output so reducing flow helps the heat rise. But here we have a very large thermal mass in the boiler cushioned via a heat exchanger, thus providing a very stabile source, choking it does not spike the it high at source but it does reduce what goes into that huge cool block of brass at the front, without enough heat input into the brass the temp falls. Amazing thermal design and construction quality. I'm a heating engineer and I recognise the fittings and construction methods used here to be top notch. Solid old school hydronic design, its been tried and true since steam engines ruled and looks similar in rocket engines that go to space today, good old compression fittings, soldered connections and formed metal pipes. Boilers a boiler weather, its heating a hospital or coffee cup. We use the same sensors and prv valves.

[@frewert1969]

I'm still crossing my fingers for an Ascaso Steel review just because I love their aesthetic, and the fact that they're NOT an e61, but I'm still here because you're always fun to listen to.

[@user-bdpdfom]

I love the full nerd deep dive. Please never stop doing you, your passion comes out big time in all the technical details and it’s so interesting to learn about the innovations happening under the hood! Out of curiosity, any plans to review a londinium r24? Would really love to hear your take on the spring lever

[@mfeld42]

Owning this machine for 3 years now (the v1 Version). I already did descale my machine and cleaned the temperature probe once. I can totally agree on your words about the easy access to the Boiler and therefore very accesible maintenance.

[@Penskeeee]

Great video as usual Lance. I almost pulled the trigger on the MaraX a year ago but the V3 Bianca was too good to pass up. I’m glad you reviewed both the MaraX and Bianca because it really validated my purchase and my research process. The tear down was mind blowing and I learned more about a HX in one video than I have in a dozen others. Maybe you could tear down a dual boiler next? 😬

[@winfle]

Bro, it's $3k+ :)

[@vladimirgoncharenko7545]

I was thinking about Bianca, but just don’t see any benefit of flow control, other features… once you master gaggia classic pro. All those ‘extra’ features are just noise. For me, I pull the perfect espresso shot with just 9 bar spring upgrade, wdt tool, shake prep, right grind, etc…that’s where the money is at. Gaggia does have quite few plastic components inside and that would be one of the main reason for an upgrade-better components, not necessarily a better shot :) Oh yeah, I would rather invest the difference between Bianca and marax into eureka libra grinder.

[@jameshagon6798]

Getting a look at the inside of the machine was awesome - it looks like such a high quality build. Took the back off my Breville Barista Express the other day and wish I hadn’t knowing what’s under there now!

[@dashrando7892]

Video says 1100-1400 bucks. 11 months later I'm looking it up and it's 1700?! Did they really pump up the price that much in a year?

[@HappyAccidentVideos]

The dark studio was SUCH A VIBE! Best backdrop in the coffee game. But I get it if you felt like you had to go basic for light and stuff.

[@LanceHedrick]

It was mostly because it got depressing in there at night. 98% of my time in the studio is not filming but testing at night. A big part was actually for my own sanity

[@Niel-ho6rc]

Hi Lance, thanks for making this in dept review! I’ve been seriously considering on buying this over the past couple of weeks, but I didn’t expect your conclusion. I’m wondering what other machine(s) you would consider buying instead of the Mara X for the same budget?

[@simonbellemare2289]

Wondering as well!

[@frangeech]

@@simonbellemare2289 Me too! He left us hanging with a total cliff hanger on that point.

[@BaselDre]

Agreed! Please share!

[@jimouris]

👀

[@willfalltrick8149]

Same here!

[@NL-fb9wg]

First, ah damn… thank you King for not posting an April fools video like Hoffman

[@LanceHedrick]

haha! I got you

[@MatthewEncina]

I appreciate these detailed reviews 🙏🏽

[@etienne_latte_art_journey]

Great and thorough review as always! I loved every minute of it. I would be curious to see you review one of the Profitec HX lineup. I guess the 400 would make the more sense because it is very similar to the MaraX. Have you ever played around with Profitec machines?

[@RobCly]

Happy to see a review from you. I have this machine since 2 months and all your tips helped me to understand a little bit more my gear. Thank you for the quality content as usual 👍🏻

[@SustainableDreams]

I always love your reviews because of the details you point out about all of these wonderful Coffee products. However your technical knowledge pointing out the cutouts on this particular machine was above and beyond. Thank you!

[@Sndavies93]

The editing of this video is absolutely incredible. Fantastic content as always!

[@bryguy102]

Your personal opinion on HX is extremely helpful to get your perspective on the engineering and price trade off. I’d love to hear your top down opinion of the different technologies and what trade offs are worth making at different price points.

[@LanceHedrick]

TBH, i'm going saturated group 10/10 until the thermal management on E61 style groups is managed (I dont think it will be considering the hunk of brass). Also, time for heat up and power draw should be considered. Group with boiler directly above or saturated electronically is MY way to go. but, i don't want to obfuscate a review with these personal opinions. I think a video dedicated to it is the right move.

[@occupiedlondon]

​@@LanceHedrickBut aren't E61's overall way, way better value for money compared to saturated group heads?

[@davidfuller581]

@@LanceHedrick I have to agree; E61s are only still around because they're pretty much a "parts bin" group that doesn't need any design work to implement.

[@mikkoutevsky3902]

@@LanceHedrick Breville Dual Boiler?

[@fwiler]

@@LanceHedrick And maybe switch to induction heating of boilers.

[@martinlustyk5195]

Wow, probably the most thorough review of technical and practical info I've seen so far .. awesome video!

[@jamesxyz]

As an owner of a mara x who has had to open his machine up i cant appreciate this enough. Thank you so much

[@wakeawaken430]

I still have, retired, an hx machine and apart from some positives of the design, we must admit that once it was the only option for a commercial machine Lelit it's the first manufacturer that designed an hx e61 machine that doesn't want a flush P.s. one must be sure for what he wants and what he buys, especially for this machine

[@kostast622]

As an early adopter of the MaraX and having watched pretty much every review on the product, you once again excelled yourself, kudos for a fantastic video. That particular Lelit product is technically advanced compared to traditional HX and has since been copied by the competition such as latest Profitec, but i have faced some quality control and parts issues over the last nearly three years now. Also, cooling flushes I find they help with temp stability and allow you to “cheat” the cycle and get steam out faster in brew mode. Nothing major to make me regret the purchase but my next machine will not be an HX, probably Lelit again but Bianca.

[@AAkCN1]

Thanks for the insight

[@paratrooperlane7022]

Thank you for showing the inside of this machine. Two things I have been asking for Stainless Steel and Copper element. So many videos don't show this or they don't know what is inside. And they never talk about high-temperature boiler applications, three general grades (Stainless Steel), 304, 321, and 347, are the most widely used. Know ones about this! I have to go directly to the MF.

[@SydneyGulley-d2t]

I am on the wait list for a Profitec GO. It looks to be closest to a Gaggia if you did every mod, without looking Frankenstein or relying on my abilities to do the work. ($1000) I make 1-2 cappuccinos daily. This will be my first pro-sumer machine I appreciate your reviews and espresso theory youtubes. I watched Everything before I settled on the Profitec GO, and would value your opinion before I commit.

[@Caffeine.And.Carvings]

Just my 2 Cents as a consumes that wants most bang for my buck. If I would have under 1000 to spend, after ALOT of Research, the go would be by choice. Seems like nothing will beat it at this price point

[@SydneyGulley-d2t]

@@Caffeine.And.Carvings thanks for your feedback👍

[@richarwoodli279]

28:07 As a 1 yr Mara X V2 user, I've found out that you can pull up and hold the handle just at the point where the pulp switch is on, to make the water comes out a little bit, then let it back at the middle position to make the pre-infusion happen. After that you can pull all the way up to start brewing.

[@LanceHedrick]

Issue is it doesn't push thru with any meaningful pressure when doing that

[@ericjones9717]

Thanks for the video Lance. As a Mara X owner, I thought I knew the machine well, but you still taught me a few things.

[@brentwalker8596]

Chrome, brass, copper, and stainless steel. What's not to love? The mechanical isolation of the vibratory pump is a nice touch. This is a little mod that can be made to cheap machines for quieter operation.

[@nicholasdobie9489]

I agree with everyone here. You’re doing a great job, we appreciate you.

[@TheBeanMan00]

Recently discovered your channel and now have several hours logged watching reviews! No idea how I haven’t discovered you sooner

[@Infinitul]

Love you, Lance! I can never resist your videos

[@aussieguiri8502]

I have had the Mara X for 2 years without the flow control and it produces great coffee day in, day out for 6 to 8 coffees a day... Cannot rexxomend this machine enough for the value it provides

[@stevencrook2514]

You drink 6 to 8 coffees a day! I gotta up my game.

[@elchappo1320]

Why did u pick this over rocket apartamento or profitec pro 400?

[@willweerts1291]

I'm going to need to watch this a couple of times. I thought I understood heat exchanger machines but this was fantastic. Thank you for everything you do and who you are!

[@Mosherxx]

what a great timing for the video. I just got my MaraX 2 days ago. I am still in the learning stage and debugging phase but I got answers to most of my questions in your video. Thank you! I am playing with the grind size as currently I am only reaching 4 bars in pressure and the flow is extremely fast. I tried the blind basket the pump is working as it should so it is definitely the grind....but I am getting there. One thing which was a surprise for me that when it is heating it is hot almost everywhere and when it stops heating it stays hot for hours :D

[@darksaint22]

Amazing video, Lance. Absolutely great to have a deep dive inside espresso machines!

[@wingdings888]

great review. Now waiting for my Mara X to arrive

[@crawdaddyy]

I assume you’ve gotten it by now. What are your thoughts? I’m looking at this for myself

[@user-gi1rf8ij2s]

My test shows me that you on brew mode , you need to pull up the lever for 1-2 seconds( heating flash), to wake up the machine, to reach 1.5 bars. When 1.5 bars reached, then you brew!

[@ediblemanager]

Been waiting for this review for a while, was not disappointed! Love the in-depth content. On the first shot, I noticed that the machine wasn't yet at temp (temp light was flashing) which might explain the lower temperature.

[@DanFlynn]

These videos are super insightful! I would love to see a comparison of heat exchangers and thermal blocks. Maybe this Lelit vs the Ascaso Steel Duo soon? 🙏🙏🙏

[@Stevie4coffee]

Thanks Lance for this fantastic video. I’ve just bought this machine (my first foray into the world of proper coffee!) and have forensically watched this to get a great shot. Thank you.

[@casparwhittey]

Really appreciated the technical walk through in the cut away version, excellent job with these videos Lance (as usual)!

[@paddyup8770]

So hyped for the video owning a MaraX for over half a year now!

[@LanceHedrick]

hope you enjoy it!

[@paddyup8770]

@@LanceHedrick Yes absolutely super happy with the machine. Only thing that I am missing is a shot timer on the machine (sometimes you just don’t want to use a scale when you have friends over or your girlfriend is using it) and the steam pressure going up and down like a roller coaster making you have a long nice chat with your Mara when you are using a 600ml jug 😅

[@scottriley7145]

Great point about the HX issues with thermal management when the machine has been on for too long. I have an ECM mechanika slim (the current one) and I deliberately leave the eco mode on to avoid it overheating. 👌

[@LanceHedrick]

yeah. it's really the only way even with the innovative dual thermoprobe solution here

[@user-cn5fe4zs6o]

That would be also my idea. Plus: Adding a E61 temperature sensor ('Eric's thermometer') to understand the behavior of machine. Maybe not all the time, but from time to time. Also helps to detect changes over time, e. g. due to build up of scale in the HX

[@erinsjourney315]

OMGOODNESS! I’m SO happy with the new studio background 🙏

[@degaulle1251]

Great review Lance, so much better than the typical sales-driven stuff that is so ubiquitous on YT. I have had an old-school, non-E61, pressurestat-driven HX (with an electrically heated brewhead) for 10 years, which at the time of purchase was about the smallest machine in its class on the market. The MaraX is even more compact, but with so much stuff in a small casing, how would you rate its maintain-ability? Do you have to take out all the internal parts when you want to, say, change out the pump?😊

[@sleep57]

The small footprint was a big factor in my choice of the MaraX 2 1/2 years ago, as was the expected longevity and ease of repair. The internals are very accessible simply by removing the casing (which is also easy). Changing the pump would be simple.

[@MercSambo]

MaraX was my first ever coffee machine and might be my last, it’s so well built.

[@matster115]

Awesome review! All the references to "brew tube" makes me think of a KZbin spin-off for coffee geeks 😂

[@firepuncher1]

Now I'm considering a heat exchanger again. Please continue to geek out all you want Lance. obrigado 🖖🏻

[@CarlosVargas-js8qz]

Amazingly good video! 👏 thank you! I’ve been using this machine for about 4 months and I couldn’t be happier with it. I didn’t want to spend more than $2K, and really couldn’t justify the $3400 for Bianca when I’m the only one making coffee at home. This machine has exceeded all my expectations and more. I initially went with Ascaso Steel Duo but ended up sending it back, got my money back and bought the Mara v2. My other 2 options were Profitec 400 and Lelit Elizabeth. I’m not too fond of the looks of the Elizabeth, not for my kitchen, and torn between P. 400 and Mara went with the one I thought would look the best in my kitchen. Love the aesthetics of the Mara and pulling shots has been a breeze from day 1.

[@peschee]

Why did you send the Ascaso back?

[@CarlosVargas-js8qz]

@@peschee faulty unit, the steaming worked on day 1 and then wouldn’t work at all. I called the seller and they couldn’t help me over the phone and asked me to send it back for a replacement. I sent it back but requested a refund instead. I was just disappointed with the whole thing. Glad it happened though!

[@markoleljak8723]

So proud I did good research and bought this machine 1,5 years ago. I love this machine. Got it for about 950$👌

[@LanceHedrick]

did a good job !

[@glantalstudfamiliebartz8261]

The best review of the Lelit MaraX!👍 The Mara X was for one year my Espresso machine and working great over this time. After I give her away and buy the Dual Boiler Rocket R Nine One.

[@coffeebossau]

What a great review! I have always had the flow control kit on my mara x v2, but I couldn't ever figure out how to even use it properly. Thanks for explaining this. I noticed that when you pulled your first shot, the temperature was still getting stable cause the temp lights were blinking. Also, while pulling back to back shots, I've found that turning the machine off, and while i get my puck prep done and turning back on when i finish, still build the temp back up pretty quick, while ive not confirmed if it has been increasing temperature, ive always never felt the coffee taste different.

[@evergreen4940]

So awesome seeing the tear down unit that's opened up like that.

[@ronaldlokers]

You’re the best Lance! I have not seen a review of this machine that went so deep into it before.

[@adarshshah9763]

I have been hitting refresh on KZbin for weeks waiting for this video

[@LanceHedrick]

I hope it was worth the wait!!

[@docvizzo]

Love the in depth technical explanations, first time i actually liked, commented and subscribed :)

[@Doughny]

I really enjoy how in depth you go with your reviews. I hope you could review an ascaso machine as well.

[@ronplekkringa8130]

Hi Lance, great video! Thanks for that. One remark though, the effect of the knob positions on the right hand side are opposite of what you mentioned in the video. Position 1 is brew mode and position 0 is steam mode.

[@Noyb266]

LANCE-I love your intros, I can tell you put a lot of effort and thought into them! I wanted to suggest trying a smoother transition into the video though, since it’s a little abrupt going from footage of the machine with vibey music straight into you talking. Much love, keep crushing it 👊

[@joraver]

Yeah this is great Lance, I'm now even more inclined to never stop wanting to upgrade

[@LiamKowalczyk]

So glad I’m not the only one waffling back and forth between the Lelit and the Profitec Pro 400. Lelit’s features are hard to beat, but profitec’s build is similarly hard to beat.

[@lukasj1212]

one extra feature on the pro400 is a real preinfusoon. but those temp modes with 90/94/98 have some weirdly large steps. still haven‘t fully decided either, but i‘m 80% leaning towards the pro400

[@LiamKowalczyk]

@@lukasj1212 same! Unfortunately this video made it slightly more difficult

[@itsdave2331]

The stuff I’ve been waiting for! Thanks Lance for the thorough review

[@citizenkat05]

Thank you for doing such a thorough review- your videos have really helped me. I’d love to see reviews on grinders priced 1000-2000. I’m looking to upgrade from my current one because I’m frustrated with it.

[@DmitrijPaskevic]

Check James Hoffman review series for top-end grinders

[@MikePapaFiver]

Another great video… your review on BDB tipped me to buy it 2 yrs ago. I’m watching your current review of the Mara X to see if I should make a change over to this heat xchange machine 😊

[@labalo5]

This is a masterful presentation to this product and method imo. You might have just sold me on this. Thank you so much…!

[@joebeone]

Wow! I just got a Mara X after three years of a Breville bambino plus and it's amazing. Not perfect, and i wish it had a digital display for a few hundred more, but pretty amazing. Thanks for such a great video

[@LanceHedrick]

yeah. digital display would be nice. You can always arduino mod it!

[@zeke4665]

Your content is fantastic and all the work you put in does not go unnoticed

[@ireyga]

oops, you did it again!! Fantastic in depth video, and the production level up added even more flavor to this well extracted review. Bravo Lance, Hugo and the rest of the team... if I keep watching you videos I'll be majoring in engineering and Hydrodynamics. ...fun aside, even though I liked the confiability of the Mara X, I could not resist what the Meticulous is promising, so I'm putting my money toward that. Thank you again for this review!

[@chongliangooi9801]

Please review Lelit Elizabeth vs Ascaso Duo PID 😊 Liked your in depth explanations 👍

[@pitno716]

I can't wait for the Zerno review! Also have you seen the Niche Duo yet?? So much crazy stuff coming out

[@Ted1994-t4l]

This is what we called a in depth review. Nice job guys ❤

[@latruffe38]

Awesome video as always ! Love the technical in depth so thanks for taking the time to do that !

[@austinglenn2417]

thanks lance. this is one of my favorite brewtube channels.

[@ercanyildizli]

This is a great video and a great effort. Please enable the Turkish subtitle option for the video, because there are many people following you from Turkey.

[@austinhiatt4991]

You say at this price point that there are other models that you would recommend. I am curious at what your recommendations are. What is the best home espresso machine between $1000-2000?

[@tkx86]

I got my Lelit Bianca due in 1 week :) I am so excited to get my end game machine.

[@LanceHedrick]

heck yeah!!! you'll love it

[@justdoit2521]

One can see how much you love informing your viewers. Unbelievably awesome video

[@adamstanwick1487]

Mr Hedrick...you are amazing, you've taught me so much and your video's are awesome! Thank-you, thank-you, thankyou!

[@0whitestone]

Thanks for the incredible video, once again :) I'm not making espresso, yet, but I love your content because it definitely makes me feel more informed for when I decide to take the plunge

[@eszlsk]

We like engagement around these parts

[@bravelyHomoSapien]

Thank you for this report, superstar. Really appreciate the level of detail

[@manolomatos9790]

Great video and love the new studio 👌🏽

[@w8ting4fri]

Loving my Mara X so far. I know e61's and heat exchangers are not for everyone but I will say if you like the e61 and you want a small machine that just works like it should this is a great choice. Also got mine for $1700 new, a lot more reasonable than $2200.

[@rhoelg]

I ended with Profitec Pro 400, this has been top contender!

[@adamhau5]

Damn, the new studio looks amazing! Loving the tache as ever mate

[@LanceHedrick]

thank you!!!

[@huhaman]

Thank you for all of your awesome content and reviews. I consider myself far more educated on the topic of home espresso having watched your videos.

[@widetube54]

Thank you so much for this great review of my next machine. Good job !

[@LandsoulFFXI]

I got the machine for a very generous and cheap price by chance. Bought it for 400 EUR. There might be better options around the price range. Considering the price I paid for it I'm very happy and probably not going to upgrade to anything better. This machine makes great espresso and very happy with it.

[@youtubeaccount7137]

Did you steal it and left 400euro on the table?

[@LandsoulFFXI]

@@youtubeaccount7137 guy didn't seem to care. He got an ECM that costed like 3k lol

[@axaxouxa13]

Hey Lance, I've been waiting for your review on Marax. Also amazed that you mentioned the reduced flow rate of the machine. So I wanted to ask you, considering the reduced flow rate (5ml/sec) and the slow ramp up (10 sec), does that mean that the recommended brewing time should be longer than the normal 25-30 seconds?

[@naamheenanamikus1035]

This really made sense for me. I have my shots dialled at 40 seconds. I thought I was weird, but maybe it’s the flow on the machine

[@thomasroberts6008]

Yeah, by taste mine are 35-40 seconds. I always assumed it was the preinfusion / slow ramp up, I didn't realise the flow was considered slow

[@user-cn5fe4zs6o]

Good old question about when to start the shot timer. Some (including me) start when the flow starts (first drops in the cup)

[@zhyxzhang]

Amazing compact machine. I’ve add a temperature display by reading the TTL pins. Another mod is change the pump to DC gear pump that I can change the pressure by controlling the pump’s power

[@logicaljuan]

I like the new studio look. The long locks are looking quite luscious too. You have a bit of a younger-Ron-Jeremy look going on… respect. Love your content.

[@LanceHedrick]

just trying to be like the GOAT! lol he and I are both known for our long videos ;)

[@iloveslideking]

Ron Jeremy reviewing coffee machines, whoow!