LUCCA A53 Direct Plumb Espresso Machine

The LUCCA A53 is a dual-boiler, direct-plumb only espresso machine built on the commercial-grade La Spaziale Vivaldi II platform and sold exclusively through Clive Coffee. With a rotary pump, saturated group head, programmable pre-infusion, and volumetric shot dosing, this machine brings commercial café power and precision into your home, or on your mobile coffee cart. Whether you're pulling morning shots for two or serving a house full of guests, the A53 delivers consistent, café-quality espresso with the reliability of equipment designed for daily commercial use.

Key Features

• Dual Boiler System: Independent steam and brew boilers let you pull shots and steam milk simultaneously without thermal compromise
• Rotary Pump: Quieter, more durable, and offers commercial-grade performance
• Saturated Group Head: Ensures thermal stability shot after shot, critical for consistent extraction
• Volumetric Dosing: Program your shot volume and let the machine stop automatically for perfect repeatability every time
• Programmable Pre-Infusion: Gently saturate the puck before full pressure for more even extraction and better flavor clarity
• PID Temperature Control: Digital precision on both boilers so you dial in your ideal brew temp and hold it
• Auto On/Off: Sync with the S1 Timer App (iOS) to schedule automatic machine heat-up and cool-down by date and time
• Direct Plumb Only: Designed for permanent installation with a continuous water supply—no reservoir to refill
• Drainable Drip Tray (Optional): Easy cleanup and maintenance. You will need to purchase this add-on: LUCCA A53 Drip Tray Drain Kit

Ideal For

The A53 is ideal for the home barista who wants commercial power and for the barista who needs shot-to-shot consistency for their coffee cart business. The A53 offers reliability and precision in a home footprint. It's perfect for households that entertain frequently, couples who both drink multiple milk drinks each morning, or anyone who wants a machine that will keep up with high-volume demand without thermal recovery lag. If you have the space for a direct plumb installation and you're serious about espresso, the A53 is one of the best values in the under-$3,000 dual-boiler category.

This is also a great fit for the home barista who appreciates set-it-and-forget-it convenience. Volumetric dosing and auto-on/off scheduling make the A53 as easy to live with as it is powerful.