The LUCCA Tempo is a compact Italian espresso machine engineered for baristas who want control without complexity. Clive designed this machine exclusively for customers who care about shot quality, temperature stability, and the ability to experiment with pressure and pre-infusion — all in a footprint that fits real kitchens. At $1,395, it delivers flow control, PID temperature regulation, and programmable features typically found on machines twice the price.This is not a beginner's appliance. The Tempo assumes you want to dial in your shots, adjust variables, and refine your technique over time. It's built for the home barista who pulls one or two drinks in the morning, appreciates straight espresso, and enjoys the ritual of crafting each shot with intention.Key Features Manual flow control paddle: Adjust water pressure in real time during extraction to manipulate flavor and experiment with advanced techniques like declining pressure profiles PID temperature control with shot timer: Maintain precise brew temperature and track extraction time without reaching for your phone Programmable pre-infusion: Set custom pre-infusion duration to gently saturate the puck and improve extraction consistency Saturated group head: Thermally stable design borrowed from commercial machines ensures consistent temperature shot after shot Single boiler with vibratory pump: Heat for brewing or steaming, not simultaneously — perfect for the solo barista workflow Eco and standby modes: Reduce energy consumption when the machine isn't in active use Reservoir-based water supply: No plumbing required; pull great espresso anywhere with counter space and an outlet Italian craftsmanship: Stainless steel or matte black exterior with walnut accents, built to last in Treviso, Italy Ideal ForThe LUCCA Tempo is built for intermediate home baristas who want to deepen their espresso practice. If you've outgrown a basic machine and you're ready to experiment with flow profiling and pre-infusion, this is your next step. It's ideal for solo baristas or couples who drink one or two espresso-based drinks per session and don't need simultaneous brew-and-steam capability. If you value compact design, appreciate Italian build quality, and want a machine you can grow with for years, the Tempo fits. It's also an excellent choice for the home barista who's considering a manual lever machine but wants the forgiveness of a pump and PID while still gaining hands-on control over pressure.
