La Marzocco Pico Conical Burr Set, 39 mm – Original Spare Part
Every bean that passes through the Pico touches these two burrs first. Conically ground, 39 mm in diameter, matched to within a tenth of a millimetre – this is the point where the whole bean becomes the grounds that later sit in the basket.
After many kilograms of ground coffee, the sharpness of the edges changes. The grounds turn into fine dust instead of even particles, extraction becomes less consistent, and the grind setting needs constant readjusting just to stay at the same result. A new burr set brings the cutting edges back to factory level.
Why sharp edges decide the whole shot
Conical burrs cut the bean rather than tearing it apart – with sharp edges this creates an even, clump-free grind that water can flow through without channelling. Once the edges dull, more fines and a wider spread in particle size appear at the same time – two effects that show up in the espresso as a less consistent, less predictable extraction, even when grind setting and dose stay the same.
At a glance
| Compatible with |
La Marzocco Pico |
| Burr type |
Conical, 39 mm diameter |
| Function |
Original burr set (upper and lower burr) |
| Origin |
La Marzocco, Florence, Italy |
Who it's for
For anyone with a Pico whose grounds are looking increasingly dusty, or whose espresso extracts less consistently than before despite unchanged settings. Changing the burrs means working inside the grinder – if you're unsure, we're happy to take care of it in our service.
Pairs well with
For the grinder itself, our coffee grinder collection is the place to look, where you'll also find the La Marzocco Pico. For dialling in your dose precisely, our coffee scales fit well – compact and reliable with Normcore, or with app connectivity and flow-rate display with Acaia. Freshly roasted beans for the first shot with new burrs are waiting in our coffee beans collection.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know the burrs need replacing?
If the grounds look increasingly dusty, the grind setting needs constant readjusting, or extraction becomes less consistent despite unchanged settings, it's worth taking a look at the burrs.
What's the difference to the "Kit Conical Burrs Pico New F."?
Kialoa, our Swiss distributor, carries two versions. We're happy to check which version fits your Pico before shipping – just send us the purchase date or serial number of your grinder.
Can I change the burrs myself?
With instructions and a bit of care, the change is doable yourself. If you're unsure, we're happy to take care of it in our service in Bern or Zürich.
Can I see the product before buying?
Yes, in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zürich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) you can see the original spare part in person.
The roastery tip
Freshly ground burrs show their potential most clearly with dense, full-bodied beans. Our main recommendation: Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight, dense, aromatic, full of body. For maximum body with no acidity at all: Very Nutty. For anyone curious to discover a fruity experience: Wild Peach, lively and always a discovery. Our recommendation from the roastery, one of many.
