What is it? The ECM Special Edition Classika PID is a single-boiler, E61 group-head espresso machine with a built-in PID, fast heat-up mode, and shot timer that runs on an internal reservoir. The spring-loaded quick steam valve offers more powerful steam and more precise control.  Who is it for?  The espresso purist who wants a machine that offers all the amenities they need and nothing more. If you're drinking straight shots or americanos with the occasional cappuccino, the Classika was built for you.  Why do we carry it? No other machine combines the classic E61 group head with a single boiler PID design, offering the ability to pull top-notch shots at an affordable price with a machine that doesn't take up your whole kitchen. This machine can be the last word in home espresso for straight espresso fans.