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Coffee-Hub.biz - La Pavoni PA-1200 Napolitana Stainless Steel Automatic Espresso Machine
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List Price: $579.00
Our Price: $494.00
Your Save: $ 85.00 ( 15% )
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Manufacturer: La Pavoni
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Average Customer Rating:   
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Binding: Kitchen
Brand: La Pavoni
EAN: 0725182012008
Feature: Stainless steel baskets
Is Autographed: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: La Pavoni
Manufacturer: La Pavoni
Model: PA-1200
Publisher: La Pavoni
Release Date: 2005-07-22
Studio: La Pavoni
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Features
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Stainless steel baskets
Built-in conical bur grinder and coffee press
16 bars of pressure
100 oz water reservoir and removable drip trays
Marine brass boiler
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Wanted to use pods
Comment: I currently own four La Pavoni's. I live most of the time in Italy and when I am in the States I find that the best espresso I can get is when I make it myself. I returned the PA-1200 because I want to use pods and there was no way to convert that machine. I then bought a PAB-16 SI Black for less money. It makes great espresso if you do not let the water run to long, i.e less water stronger espresso. The person who returned his PA-1600 because he could not get the water to come out needed to know that you must let the pump run a very long time to prime it and it helps to open and close the steamer a couple of times. In addition, coffee is very important. I buy LavAzza pods from Espresso Zone for less than $0.40 per serving.
Customer Rating:
Summary: I Love This Machine!!
Comment: I knew I had to have an espresso machine after using a friends Starbucks Barrista but that machine proved hard to find... guess it's discontinued, so I opted for a Starbucks Serena which was a huge disappointment!! I promptly returned the Serena and ordered the Napolitana instead.
I went out to meet the UPS truck, and as I signed for my new machine, the UPS lady let the box tumble down the stairs of her truck and onto the ground..urgh!!
I eagerly unpacked the new machine, plugged it in, followed the directions to prime it, got steam...but no pump!! I was so disappointed!! I started to fill out the Amazon return form, but decided to sleep on it. The next morning I pulled out a screw driver, thinking that something had jiggled loose from the poor UPS handling, and after removing 2 screws and carefully prying the top off, I found that the wiring harness had slid off the pump. I pushed it back on, marveled at the simplicity of the parts inside, and had it put back together and brewing great espresso in 5 minutes (I don't know that I would recommend doing this, as I probably voided the warranty, but who's going to know :) ).
I brewed a great espresso the first time I used the machine, and am getting a little better with each one. I like the fact that I can make adjustments with the grinder, and adjust how much pressure I use with the tamper, and thereby have control over the quality of my crema, and the strength of the coffee. Even though I am a novice barrista, I like the fact that this machine allows me to learn and get better.
The quality of the machine seems excellent. The stainless steel looks great and is easy to clean. The portafilter is heavy and stays hot for a long time. The steam frother works great. The grinder is noisy, but I've never used one that wasn't. I look forward to using this machine for years and years.
Customer Rating:
Summary: My review of La Pavoni
Comment: Well, I have this Espresso Machine for 3 weeks now, this machine is very well build, coffee grinder is a little off center, you have to keep it eye on it so you do not spill any coffee while grounding, it does take a little used to it, but once you get your grounds making espresso was a breeze, steaming milk was quick and efficient, what else can I say? cappuccino never taste so good, oh yes one more thing, good buy Starbuck, in 3 months this thing will be paid in full. Thanks
Customer Rating:
Summary: Waste of Money
Comment: Had this machine for 3 days and it stopped pumping water. I have a suspecion that the pump failed. Now I can get anyone to help me out with this broken $500 hunk of metal. Pretty useless as far a quality goes. Cheap construction and the steam spout is loose it feels likwe it will break off if you are not very careful.
Bad product!!!
Customer Rating:
Summary: Best total value
Comment: Having used a roomate's decent Starbucks Barrista for a year, then suffering through a horrible Krups model (which I returned in disgust), I knew that when I finally got around to buying an espresso machine, I wanted a quality machine at a reasonable price. A strong pump and good innards are required to make an espresso with beautiful golden foam. I adore cappucino so require a good steamer that makes excellent foam. And I didn't have an espresso grinder (but know that proper fine grind is CRITICAL). No one knows coffee like the Italians, so buying one made there was also preferable. As I did my research the LaPavoni Napolitana fit all my requirements.
I am completely and utterly besotted with this machine! It is perfect for those looking for a quality machine without breaking the bank. As far as I'm concerned the makers didn't skimp on any essentials. Right from my first shot, this machine brewed the perfect espresso. It's very easy to learn and use. Also very easy to maintain and keep clean.
Also, disregard the comments about the water reservoir being difficult to remove and refill. Mine was absolutely not difficult to remove and I'm a 100-lb-weakling type! I HIGHLY recommend this machine to anyone considering purchasing one. Every shot is perfect. I am addicted beyond all description, but it matters not, as I'm always a few short steps a way from a affordable, quality crack... er, espresso!
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Editorial Reviews:
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The la Pavoni Napolitana is a handsome espressomachine made of 18/8 stainless steel that's polishedto a gloss finish. This unit is semi-automatic (youstart and stop the flow of coffee via the button). Italso features a built-in coffee grinder allowing you togrind your coffee fresh before brewing. Built inItaly, the home of espresso coffee, the Napolitanafeatures stainless steel filter baskets, a built-inconical burr grinder and coffee press. The latest incoffee dispensing technology allows for the return ofunused water left in the pump to return back into thereservoir, assuring fresh tasting coffee every time.The super quite Ulka pump produces 16 bars ofpressure, guaranteeing creamy espresso every time. Themulti-setting, conical burr grinder works at a low RPMspeed to prevent the beans from burning. Remove thecatch tray located below and grind other coffees.Cappuccino is both quick and plentiful with thepressurized frothing attachment. About la Pavoni: Since 1905, craftsman have built each la Pavoni machine by hand using only the finest materials. Superbly polished chrome or brass finishes accent the highly efficient design. la Pavoni has set the standard for quality and style - stylish espresso machines found only in Old World cafes and now in your home or office. Each machine is designed to last foryears.
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