Flair 58 Plus 2 Base Upgrade Kit – Clean Desk Setup for uncompromising temperature control
You love your Flair 58. The total control over the pressure, the tactile feedback when pulling the lever, the incredible espresso. But the bulky preheating controller on the cable and the huge power supply? They detract from the aesthetics of your coffee bar. The Flair 58 Plus 2 Base Upgrade Kit brings your existing Flair 58+ up to the latest generation, both technically and visually.
No more tangled cables. Just pure, minimalist functionality. The upgrade invisibly integrates the heating control into the base – a single press of a button at the foot of the machine is all it takes.
Why the Flair 58 Plus 2 Base Upgrade Kit?
It's all about the perfect workflow. With this new base station, Flair integrates the brew head heating control directly into the base of the machine. The old "cable dongle," which was often in the way, disappears completely. A single, elegant button on the base is all it takes to select between the three heating levels (85°C, 90°C, 95°C) – optimized for dark, medium, and light roasts.
The result: A clean look that focuses attention on what's essential. You and the extraction.
Technical details (Deep Dive)
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Integrated preheating control: The control module (PCB) is seamlessly integrated into the base. A push of a button at the base of the machine controls the three heating levels (85°C / 90°C / 95°C).
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Compact power supply: The new power supply is significantly smaller and easier to hide – minimal space requirement on your work surface.
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Simplified cabling: Fewer visible cables, better ergonomics, absolutely clean design.
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Plug & Play Installation: Replaces the old base of your Flair 58+ 1:1 – the conversion is completed in just a few minutes.
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Compatibility: Works with Flair 58+ and Flair 58/58x models from July 2023 onwards (Quick Disconnect Brew Head).
The Coffee Coaching Club tip: Applied aroma chemistry
Thermodynamics and the body: Why constant preheating is crucial The physics of extraction is unforgiving: when 93°C hot water meets a cold stainless steel brew head, the brewing temperature drops immediately. The result is underextraction – the coffee tastes weak and flat.
The Flair base's integrated preheating system keeps the brew group at a constant temperature. Chemically speaking, this is key to washing the poorly soluble lipids and long-chain sugars out of the coffee grounds.
This is precisely what creates the extremely dense, syrupy
body for which lever espresso machines are so famous. Combined with an espresso like our
Cozy Chocolate, you achieve a powerful texture, while the temperature stability simultaneously allows for a highly complex, elegant fruitiness in the background. No temperature drop means: full aroma.
Who is the Flair 58 Plus 2 Base Upgrade Kit for?
You don't need this kit. Your Flair 58+ will work without it. But if cables bother you, if you value a tidy setup, if you want the most elegant solution for temperature control – then it's perfect for you.
Treat yourself if you treat your coffee bar like your workspace: Clean Desk Policy applies to espresso too. Or maybe you simply want it because it's the final touch to perfect your setup. That's reason enough.
Ideal for: Existing Flair 58+ owners who want to upgrade their setup to the latest generation – without buying a completely new machine.
What you get from us
With your Flair 58 Plus 2 Base Upgrade Kit you get:
- Flair 58 Plus 2 Basic with integrated preheating system controller
- Compact power supply (Swiss plug / EU plug)
- Assembly materials and instructions
- 2-year warranty
- Support from true coffee enthusiasts
As an official Flair partner in Switzerland, we guarantee genuine products and full service. Available for immediate delivery from our Swiss warehouse – at your location in 2-4 days.
Perfectly combined with
The upgrade makes particular sense if you're already using a precision espresso grinder . For maximum control over all variables, we recommend combining it with an Acaia precision scale – this allows you to track dose, brewing time, and yield precisely.
For optimal results with your upgraded Flair: Try our light, fruity roasts like Cozy Chocolate or other single origins from our range – here temperature stability shows its full brilliance.
Frequently asked questions about the Flair 58 Plus 2 Base Upgrade Kit
Is the upgrade compatible with my Flair 58?
The kit works with all Flair 58+ models as well as Flair 58 and 58x machines produced from July 2023 onwards (recognizable by the Quick Disconnect Brew Head). Older models are unfortunately not compatible.
How difficult is the installation?
Plug & Play. You unscrew the old base, screw on the new one, and plug in the new power supply. Tools are included; it takes 5-10 minutes. Detailed instructions are included in the kit.
Can I see the upgrade in your showrooms before purchasing?
Yes, we have the Flair 58 Plus 2 with the new base in daily use in our showrooms in Bern and Zurich. Come by, see the difference, feel the clean aesthetic. No appointment necessary.
How long is the delivery time?
The Base Upgrade Kit is available from our Swiss warehouse. Delivery throughout Switzerland and Liechtenstein takes 2-4 days.
Upgrade your Flair 58+
Future-proof your setup. The Base Upgrade Kit is the most elegant solution for uncompromising temperature control – without cable clutter.
📦 Available immediately from our Swiss warehouse | 🔧 Installation in 10 minutes | 🇨🇭 Support in Bern & Zurich
Ready for Clean Desk Espresso? Order now.
Roastery tip: The upgrade is especially worthwhile if you work with light roasts. Precise temperature control (95°C) is key to extracting complex, fruity aromas from light roasts like our Cozy Chocolate . For darker roasts, use the 85°C setting – this will help you avoid bitterness.
