La Marzocco GS3 MP – Dual Boiler with Manual Paddle and Saturated Brew Group
You place your hand on the paddle and slowly push it up. No button, no programmed quantity – you feel the pressure build in the puck, hold it, then gently let it run out at the end. The espresso comes out thick, the crema closes. With the MP, you are part of the extraction, not just the trigger.
The GS3 MP is the Manual Paddle version of the GS3 – built in Florence, with the same saturated brew group and dual boiler as its sister, but with mechanical flow control instead of electronic dosing. At Coffee Coaching Club, we are both a partner of La Marzocco and a coffee roastery.
Note: Production starts upon order – the machine is manufactured for you.
What makes the MP version special
MP stands for Mechanical Paddle. There is no portion programming. A flow-regulating valve changes the brew pressure depending on the paddle position – you control pre-infusion, pressure build-up, and fade-out by hand. This is not for a quick button press, but for those who want to work with and taste the pressure profile.
Beneath it works the same technology as in the GS3: the saturated brew group, where the brew head is permanently surrounded by hot water, maintaining very stable temperatures. Plus the dual boiler with separate circuits for brew water and steam, both PID-controlled – brewing espresso and frothing milk simultaneously, without waiting. In our roastery, we observe that saturated brew groups deliver a more refined aroma profile than E61 – our view, one of many.
At a glance
| Machine type |
Dual boiler with saturated brew group |
| Control |
MP (Manual Paddle) – mechanical flow control, no portion programming |
| Temperature |
PID-controlled, adjustable on display |
| Pump |
Rotary pump |
| Water |
Tank or plumbed-in |
| App |
La Marzocco Home App compatible |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) |
44.5 × 41 × 53 cm |
| Weight |
34.5 kg |
| Availability |
Production upon order |
| Manufacturing |
Florence, Italy |
MP or AV
The MP gives you full manual control via the paddle – for those who like to play with the pressure profile. If you prefer programmable shot volumes and brewing at the touch of a button, choose the GS3 AV (Auto-Volumetric). Same core technology, different workflow.
What goes well with it
The grinder makes the biggest difference. For maximum precision, Weber Workshops or Option-O, from the same house the La Marzocco Swan or the La Marzocco Pico. Extraction by weight ratio (1:2 as a starting point) with a scale from Normcore or Acaia. Our machine comparison shows which La Marzocco machine suits you.
Order, delivery, and consultation
The GS3 MP is produced upon order. With every new coffee machine from CHF 1'500, a private barista introduction course of around 60 minutes is included – in Bern, Zurich or online, for up to two people from the same household or company attending together. The course must take place within one month of delivery; after that, the entitlement expires. Get in touch with us for the course and we'll find a date together. Delivery throughout Switzerland and Liechtenstein, Click and Collect in Bern and Zurich; for this class, we recommend pickup. Financing via Heylight possible. Questions via [email protected] or by phone during business hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does MP mean for the GS3?
MP stands for Mechanical Paddle. A flow-regulating valve changes the brew pressure depending on the paddle position. There are no programmed shot volumes – you control the extraction by hand.
Does the GS3 MP have a saturated brew group?
Yes, like the entire GS3 family. The brew head is permanently surrounded by hot water, which keeps the temperature very stable.
How long does delivery take?
The GS3 MP is produced upon order. We will clarify the exact delivery time with you after your order.
Roastery Tip
The MP rewards patience: with paddle control, you can execute a long, gentle pre-infusion, which is particularly well-suited for dense roasts. Our Cozy Chocolate becomes even rounder and more chocolatey this way. For nutty depth with milk, Nutty Delight, for maximum body, Very Nutty. Those who experiment with the pressure profile will bring out exciting fruity notes from the light Wild Peach. This is our recommendation, one of many.
