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La Pavoni
La Pavoni Diamantina Semi-Professional Espresso Machine
£4,639.00(£5,566.80 inc VAT)
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The La Pavoni Diamantina is a hand-built, dual-boiler espresso machine positioned between domestic equipment and full commercial workhorses. It combines traditional Italian craftsmanship with a practical set of controls — PID temperature regulation across both copper boilers, an E61 group head, and a rotary pump — making it a genuinely capable machine for sites that take coffee seriously without running the throughput of a high-street café chain.
In service, the dual-boiler setup means brewing and steaming can happen simultaneously without the recovery pauses common on single-boiler machines. The rotary pump delivers consistent extraction pressure in the 8–9 bar range, and the BPPC pressure profiling system gives the operator real-time control over flow and pressure during extraction — useful for dialling in single-origin or speciality roasts where standard profiling falls short. Pressure gauges are clearly visible, which helps during staff training and recipe development.
From a practical standpoint, the Diamantina offers useful operational flexibility:
- Mains water connection supports continuous service without manual refilling
- A 1.9-litre tank option suits locations where plumbing a direct feed isn't straightforward
- The 58mm professional filter holder and included bottomless portafilter align with standard commercial accessories
- Stable boiler temperatures reduce shot-to-shot inconsistency during a busy service window
Installation is relatively straightforward compared to full commercial machines. The mains water connection requires a suitable feed and, ideally, a filtered supply to protect the copper boilers and maintain flavour consistency. The 2.38kW power draw means a standard 13A or 16A supply will typically suffice, but it's worth confirming the circuit before installation. The compact footprint suits counter space in small bars, hotel lounges, and independent cafés, though it is not designed for the sustained output of a high-volume espresso bar.
The Diamantina is best suited to lower-to-mid-volume sites — boutique hotels, wine bars, small independent cafés, or any setting where quality and control matter more than raw throughput. It also works well as a training or development machine where staff are learning pressure profiling and extraction technique. For sites expecting consistently high covers or a dedicated barista working under sustained pressure, a purpose-built commercial machine with a larger boiler capacity would be a more appropriate fit.
If you're weighing up whether the Diamantina is the right match for your service volume and setup, we're happy to talk it through before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Diamantina suitable for a busy café environment?
The Diamantina performs well in lower-to-mid-volume settings — a boutique hotel lobby, a wine bar, or an independent café with a measured flow of covers. It is not built for the sustained, high-tempo output of a dedicated espresso bar running 200-plus covers a day, and for those sites a full commercial machine with a larger boiler would be a more appropriate choice.
What are the installation requirements for the Diamantina?
The machine can run from either a 1.9-litre manual-fill tank or a direct mains water connection — the latter is preferable for continuous service. A filtered water supply is strongly recommended to protect the copper boilers and maintain flavour quality. The 2.38kW power draw is typically compatible with a standard 13A or 16A circuit, but confirm your supply before installation.
Can the Diamantina be used for barista training and recipe development?
Yes — the combination of visible pressure gauges, BPPC pressure profiling, and a bottomless portafilter makes it a practical tool for training staff and refining extraction recipes. The real-time control over flow and pressure is particularly useful when working with speciality or single-origin roasts that benefit from a tailored extraction profile.
£4,639.00(£5,566.80 inc VAT)
£4,639.00(£5,566.80 inc VAT)
The La Pavoni Diamantina is a hand-built, dual-boiler espresso machine positioned between domestic equipment and full commercial workhorses. It combines traditional Italian craftsmanship with a practical set of controls — PID temperature regulation across both copper boilers, an E61 group head, and a rotary pump — making it a genuinely capable machine for sites that take coffee seriously without running the throughput of a high-street café chain.
In service, the dual-boiler setup means brewing and steaming can happen simultaneously without the recovery pauses common on single-boiler machines. The rotary pump delivers consistent extraction pressure in the 8–9 bar range, and the BPPC pressure profiling system gives the operator real-time control over flow and pressure during extraction — useful for dialling in single-origin or speciality roasts where standard profiling falls short. Pressure gauges are clearly visible, which helps during staff training and recipe development.
From a practical standpoint, the Diamantina offers useful operational flexibility:
- Mains water connection supports continuous service without manual refilling
- A 1.9-litre tank option suits locations where plumbing a direct feed isn't straightforward
- The 58mm professional filter holder and included bottomless portafilter align with standard commercial accessories
- Stable boiler temperatures reduce shot-to-shot inconsistency during a busy service window
Installation is relatively straightforward compared to full commercial machines. The mains water connection requires a suitable feed and, ideally, a filtered supply to protect the copper boilers and maintain flavour consistency. The 2.38kW power draw means a standard 13A or 16A supply will typically suffice, but it's worth confirming the circuit before installation. The compact footprint suits counter space in small bars, hotel lounges, and independent cafés, though it is not designed for the sustained output of a high-volume espresso bar.
The Diamantina is best suited to lower-to-mid-volume sites — boutique hotels, wine bars, small independent cafés, or any setting where quality and control matter more than raw throughput. It also works well as a training or development machine where staff are learning pressure profiling and extraction technique. For sites expecting consistently high covers or a dedicated barista working under sustained pressure, a purpose-built commercial machine with a larger boiler capacity would be a more appropriate fit.
If you're weighing up whether the Diamantina is the right match for your service volume and setup, we're happy to talk it through before you commit.
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