La Marzocco
GS3 Manual Paddle
GS3 MP: the paddle profiler
4.8
By Marcus Chen
- Category
- Espresso Machines
- Brand
- La Marzocco
- Price
- $8800.00
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5
The Manual Paddle version of the GS3 replaces AV's volumetric controls with a direct paddle to the group, meaning full manual pressure profiling on the best saturated group in the business. For enthusiasts who want to hand-shape every shot rather than program them, MP is the one. It is the most tactile espresso experience available at the home tier.
What we liked and didn't
Pros
- Full paddle-driven pressure profiling
- Commercial saturated group
- Exceptional build and longevity
Cons
- No programmable volumetrics
- Investment-grade price
