Rocket R Cinquantotto Black – dual boiler espresso machine
Matte black, quiet, with the familiar E61 group up front: the R Cinquantotto is the evolution of the well-known R58. Two separate boilers keep brew and steam temperature independently stable, and a detached touch pod keeps the programming away from the machine.
Coffee Coaching Club is a partner of Rocket in Switzerland. 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.
All features at a glance
Dual boiler with separate circuits
A dedicated boiler for brewing and one for steaming keep temperatures stable and steam ready on demand – even through many milk drinks in a row.
E61 group head
The E61 group brings mechanical pre-infusion and thermal stability – the familiar foundation of a classic espresso setup.
External touch pod with PID
Temperature, timer, and auto on/off are all controlled through a detachable touch-display pod you can place wherever you like.
Rotary pump, tank or direct water connection
Quiet operation via the rotary pump, with your choice of tank or direct water connection.
At a glance
| Type |
Dual boiler |
| Group head |
E61 |
| Pump |
Rotary pump |
| Water supply |
Tank or direct water connection |
| Controls |
external touch pod, PID |
| Shot timer |
yes |
| Auto on/off |
yes |
| Housing |
Matte black |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) |
42 × 31 × 46 cm |
| Weight |
29 kg |
| Manufacturing |
Made in Italy |
Who it's for
For anyone who wants separate boilers for maximum temperature control and steam power, and who appreciates the quiet matte black design. For the vast majority, a dual boiler doesn't make measurably better espresso than a good heat exchanger machine – but it gives you more control and handles many cappuccinos with ease. Either you want it, or you don't.
What goes with it
A grinder that can keep up: affordable, from the Varia Collection, more from the Eureka coffee grinders or Weber Workshops. Tampers and distribution tools are in the Tamper Collection, scales at Normcore or Acaia. To help you decide, take a look at the machine comparison.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference from the R58?
The R Cinquantotto is the evolution of the R58, with a redesigned control pod and a more modern look. The core principle – dual boiler with E61 group – stays the same.
Can I charge devices at the pod's USB port?
No. The USB port on the external pod isn't intended for third-party devices – please don't connect anything else to it.
Can I see the machine before buying?
Yes, in our showrooms in Bern and Zurich. Delivery across Switzerland and to Liechtenstein takes 2–4 business days, with click and collect and financing through Heylight both available. For this machine, we recommend picking it up in person.
Roastery tip
With separate boilers, you have room to play with temperature. Our Cozy Chocolate stays round and chocolatey, and the Nutty Delight nutty and balanced. That's our recommendation, one of many.
