This SMEG semi-pro espresso machine seamlessly blends retro design with cutting-edge performance. Its elegant matte black exterior, punctuated by gleaming chrome accents and stainless steel elements, delivers timeless sophistication to your kitchen. The semi-automatic system grants you flexibility in controlling espresso extraction and steam frothing, while the triple heating technology enables rapid startup and meticulous temperature management—everything needed to produce professional-caliber espresso and specialty drinks. Single- and double-cup functions Customizable preinfusion, coffee temperature, predosed coffee function and steam intensity Automatic and manual extraction options Professional-quality steam wand Triple heating system heats up in less than 4 minutes Coffee thermoblock heats machine quickly Actively heated grouphead ensures precise temperature control Steam thermoblock switches quickly between steam and coffee LCD display with personalizable settings Includes 1- and 2-cup single-wall non-pressurized filters, 1- and 2-cup double-wall pressurized filters, milk jug, cleaning brushes, water hardness test strip and tamper Stainless steel, chromed brass and plastic construction Dedicated descaling program Use Steam Mode to clean steam wand Wipe base clean with soft, damp cloth Hand wash all removable parts Made in Italy