La Marzocco is one of the most trusted brands in the world of coffee. When you walk into a cafe and you see a La Marzocco espresso machine on the counter, you know that the establishment takes its coffee seriously. La Marzocco equipment is an excellent investment for any coffee-serving establishment, and the most discerning home baristas can make a similar investment in the quality of their espresso with the GS3.

About the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine

The La Marzocco GS/3 was actually the Italian manufacturer's first offering to the home barista, although it's also been designed to serve in small commercial applications. Its design and technology are inspired by the La Marzocco Strada, the company's high end commercial offering which is used by some of the best cafes the world over.

Like the Strada, the La Marzocco GS/3 includes all the best technology to ensure consistency and quality in espresso extraction, but it does so in a package small enough for a kitchen counter.

The machine includes separate and ample-sized boilers for steaming and brewing, PID for temperature stabilisation, pre-infusion and an internal volumetric pump. Temperatures can be set using the in-built digital display, making adjustments very easy. The cherry on top is auto on and off functionality built in, so that you can have the machine warmed and ready to go for that first coffee in the morning!

La Marzocco GS3 - AV vs. MP

The La Marzocco GS3 comes in two versions. The AV or Automatic version features volumetric functionality. This means you can set the volume of water you want to use for your espresso and the machine brews accordingly.

The MP or Manual Paddle version incorporates a paddle-based extraction system like the type you find on the Strada. Combined with a periscope-style pressure gauge, this allows you to manually pressure-profile your espresso. In other words you can vary the brew time and the brew pressure during the course of the extraction, to completely optimise your espresso!

La Marzocco GS3 Features

• Comes in Automatic (AV) and Manual Paddle (MP) versions
• Double stainless steel insulated boilers for brewing and steaming
• Digital display and control panel
• Internal volumetric rotary pump
• Saturated brewing groups
• Dual PID temperature stabilisation
• Built-in brew water preheating system
• Performance touch wands to avoid burning
• Separate steam and hot water wands
• Can be used with tank or connected to a water source

La Marzocco GS3 Specifications

• Height: 35.5cm
• Width: 40cm
• Depth: 53cm
• Weight: 35kg
• Voltage: 220V
• Power: 2100W
• Coffee Boiler Capacity: 1.5L
• Steam Boiler Capacity: 3.5L
• Water Reservoir Capacity: 3.5L