Bezzera DUO MN Dual Boiler Espresso Machine With Flow Control

Bezzera DUO MN Dual Boiler Espresso Machine With Flow Control

The Bezzera DUO MN is a dual boiler machine that features touch screen navigation, optional plumbed operation, and programmable preinfusion. Its E61 group head and dual PIDs control both brew and steam boiler temperatures, for the ultimate in temperature stability.

OVERVIEW

Bezzera DUO MN Overview

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The Bezzera DUO MN espresso machine is an instant classic with its rosewood detailing and crisp stainless steel body. It’s puffed up side panels immediately cued us in to the punch packing dual boilers residing inside.

Features and Performance

The DUO MN is a sister machine to the Matrix MN, and as such they share many of the same features. The most impressive of which is the vibrant touch screen display that can be used to adjust the dual PIDs which control the individual temperatures for both the brew and steam boilers. The display rests on the PID, with the brew temp on the left and the steam temp on the right.

With a few clicks you can program the machine to turn on and off at particular times, change from reservoir to plumbed operation, and access maintenance cycles. The display will also alert you to a low amount of water in the reservoir and to replace or recharge your water filter as necessary. To avoid refills altogether, plumb the machine directly into a water line. With the Bezzera DUO MN you can brew more, think less, and sip cup after cup of premium espresso.

This machine is geared toward the traditionalist aesthetically, but the inclusion of a 3.5” touch display is all modern. A traditional E61 group syphons water in a circuit from the brew boiler, through the group head, and back, for even greater temperature stability. We love the DUO MN’s automated preinfusion cycle, programmable using the touch screen, that pre-wets the grounds for maximum flavor, before brewing with a traditional lever system.

Brewing is easy using the intuitive push button and toggle operation; each function designated by a stylized icon. Steaming too, the DUO MN’s rosewood steam knob toggles on for powerful steaming, and flipping it up locks it into place for an uninterrupted stream.

With the addition of flow control, you can have more control than ever over how you pull your shots. By changing the flow of the water to your portafilter, you can customize your preinfusion for perfectly saturated pucks and experiment with different flow profiles to match your taste preferences.

Why You Should Get It

We find the DUO MN to be a beyond capable dual boiler, chock full of modern transformations. The touchscreen display is a pleasure to use, and offers a surprisingly deep level of functionality and control. The PID controllers add incredible temperature stability as well, accessed and adjusted to your liking through the touchscreen display.

FEATURES

Touchscreen Display

An intuitive 3.5” full color touch display lets you check and change your temperature settings in a snap. The internal menu allows you to easily adjust the PIDs, program preinfusion, get maintenance alerts and switch between reservoir and plumbed modes. You can even program on/off times for every day of the week, so you can wake up and brew without any wait.

Dual PID Temperature Controllers

The DUO MN offers you total control over your espresso and milk based drinks with dual PID thermostats. You can regulate both the steam and brew water temperatures within a range of 190°F to 204°F (brew) and 212°F to 266°F (steam). Boiler priority can also be set to have the DUO regularly alternate between boilers, or to prioritize the heating of one over the other.

Automated Preinfusion

Get a bold shot with fully saturated grounds. The programmable preinfusion cycle on the MN allows you program preinfusion times of up to 5 seconds (in 0.5 second increments) to pre-wet and swell the puck before brewing to extract all the oils and flavor possible.

In-House Production

Bezzera is one of the only espresso machine manufacturer’s to not only assemble its own machines in house, but design many of their own components and assemble those, too. So, rather than buying components externally and designing their machines around them, Bezzera thoughtfully designs each element, bringing them together into a beautiful whole.

Flow Control

Flow control allows you to customize the flow of water through your puck, so you can customize the flow profile of your shot to enrich the flavors of your espresso shot.

VIDEO

Bezzera Matrix MN And Duo MN Espresso Machines

Review of the new Bezzera Matrix MN and Duo MN semi-automatic espresso machines. Marc and Todd from Whole Latte Love review 2 new dual boiler PID Machines from Bezzera - the Matrix and Duo. These machines feature a new Gicar PID controller with extended capabilities including programmable pre-infusion and pre-wetting, LED lighting effects, automatic turn on and turn off time by day of the week, maintenance reminders and automatic backflushing.

Compare Bezzera Duo & Matrix: DE Vs MN Model Espresso Machines

Quick comparison and review of the differences between DE and MN version of Bezzera Matrix and Duo espresso machines. Marc and Todd from WholeLatteLove.com cover the differences between Bezzera's new Matrix and Duo machines. The DE version of each features programmable extraction volumes through a heated group.

SEPECIFICATIONS

App Connectivity	No
Boiler Configuration	Dual Boiler
Number of Boilers	2
Boiler Features​	Brew & Steam Simultaneously
Brew Boiler Heater Location	N/A
Brew Boiler Material	Copper
Brew Boiler Type	Traditional
Brew Boiler Volume (ml)​​	426
Three-Way Valve	Automatic
Back Flush Capable	Yes
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass
Brew Group Size (mm)	58 mm
Brew Group Type	E61
Brew Boiler Wattage	800
Recommended Application	Home / Residential
Display Type	LEDs
Controls and Additional Features	Low-Water Warning,Pre-Infusion,Steam Control,Temperature Control
Pressure Gauges	Brew Circuit,Steam Boiler
Type of Controls	Touch Screen
Cup Warmer	Passively Heated
Drain Line Adaptable (Plumbable)	Yes
Drip Tray Cover Material	Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material	Stainless Steel
Removable Drip Tray	Yes
Portafilter Baskets Included	Double,Single
Frame Material	Steel
Housing Color	Stainless Steel
Housing Material	Stainless Steel,Stainless Steel (Polished)
Recommended Descaler Type	Durgol Swiss Espresso Descaler
Recommended Water Filter	No Filter Required
Depth (cm)	47
Height (cm)	42
Weight (kg)	32
Width (cm)	31
Filter Diameter (mm)	58 mm
Portafilter Handle Material	Rosewood
Portafilter Material	Chrome Plated Brass
Number of Portafilters Included	2
Ground, E.S.E., Pod and Capsule Compatibility	Ground Coffee
Portafilter Type	Commercial Style
Portafilter Diameter	58 mm
Pump Pressure (Max. Bar)	15 Bar
Pump Type	Rotary
Amps	10 A
Volt	220-240V 50/60Hz
Watts	1200 Watt
Steam Boiler Auto-Fill	Yes
Steam Boiler Heater Location	Internal
Steam Boiler Insulation	Yes
Steam Boiler Material	Copper
Steam Boiler Orientation	Vertical
Steam Boiler Type	Traditional
Steam Boiler Volume (L)	1
Steam Boiler Vacuum Relief Valve	Yes
Steam Boiler Wattage	1200 Watt
Steam Wand Features	Insulated Grip
Steam Tip Hole Count	2
Steam Wand Material	Stainless Steel
Steam Wand Movement Type	Fully Articulated
Steam Wand	Commercial Style
Water Reservoir Access Location	Top
Water Reservoir Capacity	3.8L
Water Reservoir Features	Removable
Water Reservoir Material	Plastic
Water Source	Reservoir and Water Line