So many people ask this. The base machine is Rancilio Silvia, selected because it is relatively cheap, well made, simple, and has no electronics in it. It is a

So many people ask this. The base machine is Rancilio Silvia, selected because it is relatively cheap, well made, simple, and has no electronics in it. It is a collection of AC switches, thermostats and other AC-powered components. I don't care about making a blog. I do it for fun. Given choice I would prefer to spend the time doing some more cool projects.