Overview
Experience the Future of Espresso with the VBM Super Digital!
Introducing the VBM Super Digital, a revolutionary espresso machine that has taken style and functionality to new heights since its stunning makeover in 2020. Designed for coffee enthusiasts and baristas alike, this powerhouse is not just about looks; it boasts an array of advanced features that will elevate your brewing experience.
Imagine crafting your perfect shot of espresso with unparalleled precision, thanks to the innovative DUAL PROFILER system. With pre-programmed shot profiles displayed on a sleek digital screen, alongside intuitive flow control on the group head, you’ll have the freedom to customize each brew to perfection. Whether you prefer a bold shot or a delicate ristretto, the choice is yours!
But that’s just the beginning. The VBM Super Digital is equipped with a dual boiler system featuring premium copper boilers that provide exceptional heat retention, ensuring your espresso is brewed at the ideal temperature every time. And with a whopping 2-liter steam boiler, you’ll have an impressive supply of steam at your fingertips for velvety microfoam and quick steaming action that will impress any café-goer.
Style meets versatility with attachable side panels. Included with the machine are a set of polished steel panels. We also have a variety of color options available giving you the opportunity to personalize your machine. Choose from an array of vibrant colors to match your kitchen or coffee shop aesthetic and create a statement piece that reflects your unique taste!
What’s more? The gear pump allows for a seamless connection to a direct water line, making setup a breeze and ensuring you have a continuous flow of water for all your brewing needs. Say goodbye to constant refills and embrace uninterrupted coffee creations!
Transform your coffee journey with the VBM Super Digital—where cutting-edge technology meets exquisite design. Elevate your espresso ritual and make every cup an experience worth savoring. Indulge in the art of espresso like never before!
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Features
Dual Boiler System
- Two boilers: The dual boiler system has a copper boiler for espresso extraction and a copper steam/hot water boiler.
- Optimal size copper boiler: 0.5-liter capacity. This smaller boiler size allows for quicker displacement of stale water. Larger coffee boilers for machines in this class have more difficulty. The boiler temperature is controlled by PID.
- Large capacity steam boiler: 2.0-liter capacity. The boiler temperature is controlled by PID.
- Pull a shot & steam milk at the same time: Steam is always readily available. Hence, there is no wait time going from coffee to steam mode.
3.5″ Digital Touch Display
- UPGRADED pressure profiling: An exciting new upgrade to the VBM Domobar Super Digital! 10 total profiles are stored with each profile using 7 stages within the extraction. The gear pump can be programmed to change different brew pressures throughout the extraction. Moreover, this is done on the digital touch display by choosing the extraction curve for espresso.
- Programmable switch on/off times: You can tell the VBM Domobar Super when to turn on in the morning and when to shut off at night.
- Water tank level sensor: Located on top of the water tank. You will see an LED light when it is time to refill the tank.
- ECO Mode: Use this to increase the espresso machine’s temperature when idle to save energy. After 2 hours of not using the machine, the shutdown symbol will show up on the display.
- Additional settings: Select your ideal espresso dispensing temperatures, check the under or over-extraction, and access various quick-start functions. Additionally, check the meter sessions, intercepting any faults or alerts.
Classic VBM E61 Grouphead
- True VBM E61: A thermosiphon circulation 58mm grouphead in chromed brass. Has a manual lever to the right for coffee dispensing.
- Constantly heated: Hot water circulates from the boiler through the grouphead and back to keep the grouphead and your portafilter nice and hot. As a result, the grouphead temperature is constant and stable compared to other groupheads with a built-in heating element.
- Pre-infusion: The lever next to the grouphead activates a microswitch that turns on the pump to pump water through the coffee grinds. Pulling the lever halfway up will open the valve to allow water into the grouphead without activating the pump. Please note that true pre-infusion requires a direct water connection whereby the water pressure from the waterline creates true pre-infusion.
Quality Design
- NEW OPTIONAL Customizable side panels: The VBM Domobar Super NOW has a variety of side panel designs that you can stylize your machine with. Check out the different colored side panels we have to offer to purchase separately! Panels are not attached to the machine during shipping.
- Synthetic drip tray: The drip tray on this espresso machine is glowing! Less risk of scratches on this material, unlike on metal drip trays. Additionally, the drip tray has a float that tracks the water levels. Dishwasher-safe.
- Ergonomic knobs and levers: Contributes to accurate water dispersion and adds some personality to the VBM Domobar Super!
- Front and feet: Stainless steel and polished to a mirror finish.
Switchable between water tank and direct water connection:
- Open top water tank: Easy to fill. Easy to clean.
- Water line connection: Easily switchable through the PID controls. Stainless steel hose & fitting are included.
Accessories Included
- Portafilters: Dual spout & bottomless. Both 58 mm.
- Filter baskets: 2-cup (~14 g) & blind for backflushing. All 58 mm.
- Plastic tamper: Manufacturers will normally include a tamper like this to keep the overall selling price of the machine low. We recommend upgrading to a better 58 mm tamper.
- Coffee scoop: A simple plastic scoop if you are using pre-ground coffee.
- Cleaning brush: A simple brush for cleaning the grouphead. Ergonomically designed with an angle for easier usage.
- Stainless steel braided hose: For the option to directly plumb in your espresso machine.
- Instruction manual: Available in Spanish, Dutch, English, French, and Italian.
Specifications
| Brand | VBM (Vibiemme) |
|---|---|
| Height (inches) | 16.75, approximate |
| Width (inches) | 10.5, approximate |
| Depth (inches) | 18.5, approximate |
| Weight (pounds) | 73, approximate |
| Wattage (watts) | Coffee – 600, Steam – 1200 |
| Voltage (volts) | 110 |
| Country of manufacture | Milan, Italy |
| Boiler capacity (liters) | Coffee – 0.5, Steam – 2 |
| Approvals | UL |
Notes
- Drip tray: Please note that the drip tray is not drainable.
- Tank Mode: The lever on the bottom needs to be turned fully left when facing the front of the machine
- Direct Plumb Mode: Water line pressure needs to be 35 psi and no higher than 40psi. Lever on bottom turned to the right fully when facing the front of the machine. The cap needs needs to be removed on the water inlet and the 1/8″ FEMALE BSPP included hose needs to be connected. The other side is 3/8″ MALE BSPP. This 3/8″ BSPP needs to be cross threaded to a brass NPT fitting with the possible addition of some plumbers tape. When cross threading, make sure the stainless hose becomes solid, and does not remain loose. If loose, it will leak water.
- There is a switch on the left side of the lower bottom panel to bypass the reservoir sensor for plumbed in mode.
General Espresso Machine Notes/Warnings:
- Upon first use (tank/reservoir models): On the initial start-up (or after a long period of non-use), it is important to make sure the pump is removing water from the tank. When the machine is powered on, you will hear the pump running. After 5 seconds, squeeze the in-line hose in the tank (usually the longest hose, has a particle filter attached). if you hear a different sound, this means the pump is working correctly. If not, immediately power down the machine and contact us. For more information, visit this page General Manual Pump Priming.
- Electrical: To avoid electrical damage to this espresso machine which is not considered a manufacturer's defect, please acquire and install a single-outlet surge suppressor rated at 1080 joules or higher. Without the recommended surge suppressor, the espresso machine can be damaged at the power switch, the electronics, the heating element, the pressurstat, or the wiring inside. For more information, visit this page Power Protection.
- Water: To increase the useful life and not damage your espresso machine, please use softened water. Softened water is water without calcium and magnesium, but still has other minerals for espresso extraction. Do not use distilled, purified, or reverse osmosis water as these types of water create oxidation with the metals and cause the same damaging effects as limescale. For more information, visit this page Water Choice.
- Descaling: We do not recommend descaling unless there is an issue with the espresso machine. Too much descaling can eat away at the metals and gaskets inside an espresso machine. As a preventative measure, we recommend using softened water as explained in the bullet point above.
- Backflushing: This procedure of cleaning the grouphead will need to be performed from time to time. For more information, visit this page Espresso Machine Backflush – Why 50?
Support
Parts
- Please use the parts diagrams provided below to determine the part(s) you need. Then use our search box above to find the part(s) on our website.
Note: These parts diagrams are provided by the manufacturers. We list them on our site for informational purposes only. We do not stock every single part listed nor can we guarantee that every part is available to order. - If uncertain, please go to the equipment model or part product page. Then use the Q&A tab found on that web page to ask your question.
- Lastly, and only if the first 2 options were exhausted, please use our parts inquiry page.
- Our call center does not have the training to handle parts inquiries for over 60,000 different parts items. Asking any questions regarding parts will more than likely result in you being referred to the above steps.
- Please note also that all parts purchases are non-returnable or refundable and do not include technical support, instructions, or warranties as the purchase price of any part does not cover the cost of technical support. Technical support is available for repairing equipment in our shop.
- Sorry, we will only special order a part for a model we carry AND was purchased through our supply chain.
- Since we are unaware of the mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing expertise of a parts buyer or the tools owned by a parts buyer, we are never able to advise if a self-repair can be performed.
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Hi there. I am wondering if you have specific instructions on how to descale my VBM Super Digital DUAL PROFILER Dual Boiler Espresso Machine espresso machine that was purchased in 2024?
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Q Hi there. I am wondering if you have specific instructions on how to descale my VBM Super Digital...... Read more answer nowAsked by on December 8, 2025 12:45 pmAnswered by the admin
Dual boiler descaling instructions are on our web site.
In the support sections for the VBM Super Digital Dual Profiler and the VBM Super Electronic Dual Profiler it says that you should not turn off the steam boiler, and it lists the steps to take if you do turn it off. It was written in December 2021and says that VBM has not indicated any updates on current stock or new stock. If this is still true why would 1st-Line continue to sell a product that is known to be defective? Also if this were still true, how did 1st-Line create YouTube videos last year that show how to turn the steam boiler on or off two different ways? Please confirm whether or not you can turn the steam boiler on and off?
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Q In the support sections for the VBM Super Digital Dual Profiler and the VBM Super Electronic Dual...... Read more answer nowAsked by on November 24, 2025 6:40 pmAnswered by the admin
Please note a design choice is not always a defect. For instance, we do sell a dual boiler machine that has water pre-heated through the steam boiler (which must remain powered on) to offer enhanced coffee boiler temperature stability.
In other words, a machine will react differently in the different scenarios: coffee boiler powered on only OR bother boilers powered on.
In 2022, it was decided to allow the user to turn off the steam boiler.
As our web site states, manufacturers make changes without any notification. This includes, and is not limited to, all European manufacturers as well as Asian manufacturers (i.e. China) and can be changes as little as a small thermostat, safety thermostat or even wiring.
What is the correct 2 hole steam tip and a few correct in tank water softener cartridges for my VBM Super Digital Dual Boiler machine? Thank you!
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Q What is the correct 2 hole steam tip and a few correct in tank water softener cartridges for my V...... Read more answer nowAsked by on October 9, 2025 11:50 amAnswered by the admin
The recommended water softener is the Oscar150.
Answered by the adminThe 2 hole tip for the VBM Dual Profilers, VBM Super Digital, VBM Digital Electronic, and the VBM Junior Digital can be ordered on this web page.
If its decided that a user no longer wanted the electronically controlled group head, can a manual lever be installed?
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Q If its decided that a user no longer wanted the electronically controlled group head, can a manua...... Read more answer nowAsked by on July 27, 2025 6:08 pmAnswered by the admin
The entire grouphead assembly needs to be changed as the E61 grouphead is designed a little differently on the inside. And, the software would need to be reset for the manual lever version.
What are the differences between this VBM Super Digital Dual Profiler and the VBM Super Electronic Dual Profiler ?
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Q What are the differences between this VBM Super Digital Dual Profiler and the VBM Super Electroni...... Read more answer nowAsked by on July 22, 2025 10:56 amAnswered by the admin
The Super Digital has a lever on the right side of the E61 grouphead. When the lever is lift up to the 90 degree, horizontal position, there is a switch behind the lever that activates the pump. At the same time, the valves in the grouphead open and close to allow water to extract the espresso. When the lever is brought fully down to the vertical position, the pump stops and the manual valve opens to allow the pressure in the filter basket be relieved to the drip tray via the large spout on the bottom of the grouphead. When the pressure is relieved, the portafilter can be immediately, cleaned, and removed for the next espresso extraction. This is known as semi-automatic dosing.
The importance on using the Super Digital is that the lever is brought down in alignment with the pump pressure profiling, if enabled to fluctuate pump pressure, end time. In other words, the lever should be brought down at the end of the pump pressure programming. If the pump pressure is kept steady at a certain bar pump pressure, like manual mode, then it is not as important.
In the Super Electronic, the manual valve for the pressure in the filter basket is replaced with an electrical solenoid valve.The lever and switch are removed as the machines electronics are controlled by the brain unit that starts and stops the espresso extraction. The addition of a flow meter measures the water for the start and stop action. This is known as full automatic dosing.
The importance of the Super Electronic is that the programming of the pump pressure profiling has an end time of the seconds programmed to stop the pump. For example, one does not want to have the pump pressure profiling end in 35 seconds, but the dosage time of water is programmed for 40 seconds.
We hope these features make sense.
The start up cycle on my 2012 VBM Double Boiler repeats for about 10 minutes before settling. I always shut down with a full boiler to avoid running the pump at startup. The machine is plumbed. I suspect the control box is faulty. The pressure stat shuts off properly and the temperature sensor along with PID stabilize once heated. I am looking for guidance, appropriate tests and/or parts to get the machine functioning smoothly again. I purchased on order xxxx December xx, 2012 and have enjoyed this machine every day.
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Q The start up cycle on my 2012 VBM Double Boiler repeats for about 10 minutes before settling. I a...... Read more answer nowAsked by on January 7, 2025 7:23 pmAnswered by the admin Please note you are asking this question for an older version machine on the newer version listed here. Your water line pressure my be higher than 40 psi. Otherwise, your refill probe may be corroded and is not sensing the water in the boiler. The water may also be too pure. When a control box is faulty, there is usually no refill of the boiler at all and other functions usually do not work either.
I purchased VBM earlier this year...recently the lever has become very difficult to actuate. It gets "stuck" at the line pressure pre-infuse position (i.e., about 1/2 way to full on) and requires some force to fully actuate. Previously it's been very smooth and easy actuation. For my prior VBM this occurred after years of use and detergent cleaning and I had to remove lever and lubricate. I can do same with new machine - but it seems surprising this is happening so soon with a new machine. I want to ensure there's nothing else going on which requires more detailed examination. Thanks
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Q I purchased VBM earlier this year...recently the lever has become very difficult to actuate. It g...... Read more answer nowAsked by on December 9, 2024 2:37 pmAnswered by the admin
With the machine powered off, press in the switch behind the lever and hold in. Lift the lever up,
a) if the lever still poses a restriction, then it needs to be lubricated - purified styled water, too much detergent in backflushing can remove the lubrication, or too high water pressure int he line when plumbed can all be causes.
b) if there is no restriction, then the switch may be out too far out - machine cold and unplugged from the elctrical outlet, the nut on the outside of the switch needs to be loosened, then the inside nut tightened.
Since a pressure profile can have up to seven stages, and if your pressure profile only has 4 stages, what should you program for stages 5-7?
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Q Since a pressure profile can have up to seven stages, and if your pressure profile only has 4 sta...... Read more answer nowAsked by on October 9, 2024 6:14 pmAnswered by the admin
This is a very good question! For the ending stages that are not used, change the timing to 1-10 second and zero pump pressure.
I bought hardness/pH strips to get rough idea of water quality - I'll note the strips have limited sensitivity & given the available measures I expect pH is somewhere ~6.5 +/- (i.e., just below 7) and hardness is somewhere around 50 ppm +/- going into the machine. My filtered (Everpure H-300) drinking water is around pH 6.2 and hardness ~120 ppm. The same water in a pitcher with the water softener you gave me (Bilt) returns pH ~6.8 and hardness ~50 ppm after 24 hrs - this is what I've been putting in the VBM tank. I also did a quick check of my plumbed source (filtered though Everpure ESO7)...pH was ~6.2 and hardness ~50 ppm. Please let me know what your water expert says...I don't think it's hardness/scale concern but perhaps a pH if slightly acidic/below 7. Then again, the easiest home remedy (filter cartridge) to increase pH also increases hardness I believe...so perhaps there's little I can do without significant capital investment.
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Q I bought hardness/pH strips to get rough idea of water quality - I'll note the strips have limite...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:33 amAnswered by the admin
As mentioned, we will have better solutions once we meet with the water expert. Last we spoke to the water expert, the test strips are not good for measuring any water and specific tests need to be made of the water.
Tank vs plumb -- Since I'm using the machine daily, any kinks should be worked out/issues obvious within first week or two...so when would you say ok to switch to plumbed line?
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Q Tank vs plumb -- Since I'm using the machine daily, any kinks should be worked out/issues obvious...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:32 amAnswered by the admin
Jim always states 3 weeks using a water reservoir when a plumbed machine can be used with the tank. This is the proper amount of time to displace enough water through the machine to determine if a water is too pure.
What is the "count up" setting - is this only relevant for the electronic version?
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Q What is the "count up" setting - is this only relevant for the electronic version? answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:31 amAnswered by the admin Yes, Count Up is only for the electronic model to shut off the pump at which seconds the extraction needs to stop.
Auto on/off - I haven't set up yet as I'm wary of having brand new machine turn on when I'm not looking. Any concerns or suggestions with using it?
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Q Auto on/off - I haven't set up yet as I'm wary of having brand new machine turn on when I'm not l...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:30 amAnswered by the admin We do always like using a smart timer plugged in after the surge suppressor. We agree not to use the built on/off until you have most of the other parameters set up. In other words, focus on the espresso extractions first.
Flow control - I haven't tried this yet but it appears the valve is tied to the gicleur/cam such that when flow control is fully closed, the lever can not be operated/pump turned on - which is good to know it prevent dead-heading the pump (though I expect there's a safety relief on the pump). Is this correct?
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Q Flow control - I haven't tried this yet but it appears the valve is tied to the gicleur/cam such ...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:29 amAnswered by the admin There is the OPV (over pressure valve) for excessive pressure which is relieved in the drip tray. Yes, the flow control can entire close the gicleur in the grouphead to prevent water from entering the portafilter area. You can still lift the lever when the flow control device is in the fully closed position - this is common with other E61 grouphead machines as well.
It's been years since I pulled shots using the tank. When I put lever in the "pre-infuse" position I do get water flow even though the pump is not on. I assume this is due to pressure within the brew boiler - with temp at 200F and 18F offset, brew boiler at 218F is superheated (pressurized) water. Is that your understanding as well?
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Q It's been years since I pulled shots using the tank. When I put lever in the "pre-infuse" positio...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:28 amAnswered by the admin This is correct. The purpose of the offset is to compensate for the lower temperatures at the group head due to heat loss.
Offset brew temp - factory default is 10C (18F). I was wondering if you have any test info or recommendation for appropriate offset in normal household environment (65-70F)?
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Q Offset brew temp - factory default is 10C (18F). I was wondering if you have any test info or rec...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:27 amAnswered by the admin This is the correct offset for most applications, unless you are in the hot, deep south, in the high mountanins of the West coast, or in Alaska.
The home display shows brew temp and steam boiler pressure set points, not actual/instantaneous values...is there a way to see what the actual temp & pressure are when heating up or pulling shot/steaming milk?
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Q The home display shows brew temp and steam boiler pressure set points, not actual/instantaneous v...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 2, 2024 11:25 amAnswered by the admin At this time, we are not aware of any functionality for this. However, this machine reacts very quickly to keep the best possible stable temperature. If you put the machine in ECO mode through the touch pad for say 30 seconds, as soon as you take the machine out of ECO mode, you will not see the main screen until the programmed temperature is reached.
For direct plumbing, water line pressure needs to be 35 psi and no higher than 40psi. Where can I monitor the current pressure inside of the machine (pump or group head)? Or would it be recommended to use a water pressure regulator after the water filter to set the incoming pressure at 35 psi?
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Q For direct plumbing, water line pressure needs to be 35 psi and no higher than 40psi. Where can I...... Read more answer nowAsked by on December 11, 2023 10:50 amAnswered by the admin
Always regulate the water line pressure BEFORE any plumbable espresso machine with a gauge to monitor and a pressure regulator to control the water pressure.
I am by no means a coffee expert, I do enjoy the science, so profiling is important to me. My wife is of a different view and just wants to press volumetric button. To wit, does this unit have the ability pull shots wherein my wife does not have to either flip a lever or time the shot? Ideally, its a volumetric meter? Thanks
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Q I am by no means a coffee expert, I do enjoy the science, so profiling is important to me. My wif...... Read more answer nowAsked by on November 27, 2023 7:04 pmAnswered by the admin
The VBM Dual Boiler was designed to satisfy both requirements as most espresso machines in the market do not have this DUAL PROFILER capability.
. This model, Super Digital and the Electronic version allow programmability of the pump pressure (saved through one of several profiles) which a great feature for those who do not want the use of a paddle flow control. Both models have the flow control added for those who do not want to use the pump pressure profiling. This model, the Super Digital, starts and stops the pump with the actuation lever on the right side of the grouphead. The only thing your wife would need to do is select the profile, lift the lever to start the shot and lower the lever to stop it.
In the Electronic version, the water volume through the espresso extraction can be programmed, as well. This would be a benefit for your wife in greater automation as there is no lever action, but it will be a slight deficit for you to play around with different water volumes.
Does this have a no burn or cool touch steam wand? If not, is it possible to upgrade to one? How much and is it easy to install?
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Q Does this have a no burn or cool touch steam wand? If not, is it possible to upgrade to one? How ...... Read more answer nowAsked by on May 26, 2023 9:55 amAnswered by the admin
Sorry, there are no cool touch wands available as the manufacturer decided to have greater throughput (mean more steam power and speed ) found on normal wands. Yes, the poly tube inside a no burn wand has nearly 50% less steam power as the internal diameter is lessened.
I have this machine with an older firmware and can't seem to find any firmware info on the VBM website. They also haven't responded to my messages or emails. Do you have any info on where to find a firmware update for the Super Digital? Thanks
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Q I have this machine with an older firmware and can't seem to find any firmware info on the VBM we...... Read more answer nowAsked by on May 23, 2023 7:04 pmAnswered by the admin
Sorry, there is no firmware update available at this time.
I'm looking for a 2 hole steam tip for the Domobar Super Digital. Do you sell one or can you tell me what other manufacturers tips might fit this machine? Is the thread M8.5?
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Q I'm looking for a 2 hole steam tip for the Domobar Super Digital. Do you sell one or can you tell...... Read more answer nowAsked by on March 14, 2023 10:46 amAnswered by the admin
Hello. We do not currently stock any 2-hole steam tips that will fit the Domobar Super Digital and are unaware of any other manufacturers' tip that would have the appropriate thread.
How is build quality of the internals compared to the previous gen domobar? I’m also torn between this and Bianca. I like this more but concerned whether VBM has put in some cost saving measure with the internal components in this new design
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Q How is build quality of the internals compared to the previous gen domobar? I’m also torn between...... Read more answer nowAsked by on May 19, 2021 10:58 amAnswered by the admin The new Digital dual boiler espresso machines definitely produce better quality in the cup, a lot more features, and are much nicer looking. The structural integrity or build quality is slightly better on the older units.
I'm considering the VBM Domobar Super Digital Dual Boiler Espresso Machine with Flow Control or the Lelit Bianca.
Noticed you offer 3 years parts and service on the Bianca - but only 2 years parts on the VBM.
Can you comment on the reliability and service of the VBM? I'm in Los Angeles.
The VBM has pressure profiling which is interesting
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Q I'm considering the VBM Domobar Super Digital Dual Boiler Espresso Machine with Flow Control or t...... Read more answer nowAsked by on April 6, 2021 3:59 pmAnswered by the admin
Overall, VBM has been very good. Please ntoe any warranties you see from dealers above 1 year are mostly by the dealer, and NOT the manufacturer. And, selling prices reflect those extended warranties. For example, if the VBM had a 3 year warranty, the pricing would increase a few hundred dollars.
In addition, most extended warranties do NOT include shipping costs and in many cases, the customer pays for shipping of any parts. So, at the end of the day, it really comes down to the sales pricing.










