La Marzocco GB5

Overview

The La Marzocco GB5 has served as a cornerstone of specialty coffee culture since its introduction, combining the saturated group head design with independently PID-controlled dual boilers. Its thermal stability is legendary — brew temperature variation stays within fractions of a degree across hundreds of consecutive shots. The GB5 name derives from its five key engineering principles that guide La Marzocco design philosophy. Available in 2-group and 3-group configurations, the GB5 remains a popular choice for high-volume specialty cafés that prioritize extraction consistency above all else. The robust build quality ensures decades of reliable service with proper maintenance, and many early GB5 units remain in active commercial use.

The La Marzocco GB5 comes equipped with PID temperature control for precise brewing, pre-infusion for even extraction. It features a dual boiler boiler system made of copper with a 3500 ml capacity. The rotary pump delivers 9.0 bars of pressure for optimal extraction.

Priced at $11,000, the La Marzocco GB5 is designed for passionate enthusiasts and semi-commercial users who accept nothing but the best. As a semi-automatic machine, it gives you control over the brewing process while handling pressure and temperature automatically.

In terms of build quality, the La Marzocco GB5 is a substantial machine, weighing in at 62.0 kg, manufactured in Italy, drawing 5000W of power. With dimensions of 510 x 585 x 435 mm (W×D×H), make sure you have adequate counter space. This machine requires direct plumbing, which provides unlimited water supply but needs professional installation.