Repeat a recipe
Save the settings you like, then change one variable at a time as you dial in a new coffee.
Description
Rocket Espresso · R58 TUNE
The Rocket for a more precise espresso ritual.
The R58 TUNE is for the home barista who enjoys preparing espresso by hand and wants more control over how each shot unfolds. Separate coffee and steam boilers let you adjust brewing temperature while keeping steam available for milk drinks.
Its TUNE system adds timed low-pressure stages to the familiar Rocket workflow. A magnetic touchscreen puts the settings beside the group, while the rotary pump gives you the choice of a reservoir or a direct water connection.
Why choose the R58 TUNE?Choose it for independent brew and steam control, two saved TUNE recipes and a more deliberate approach to dialing in your coffee.
Dual boiler0.58 L coffee + 1.8 L steam
2 recipesSave your TUNE settings
Rotary pumpReservoir or direct plumbing
40.8 cmWidth including the display
Café Liégeois · Our view
The TUNE makes sense if adjusting your espresso is part of the pleasure. Its extra control is useful when you change beans or explore different roasts. If your priority is a simpler milk-drink routine, the Mozzafiato Fast R is worth comparing; the previous R Cinquantotto offers the familiar dual-boiler foundation.
Before you choose
Three Rocket paths to better espresso
| What matters | R58 TUNE | R Cinquantotto (R58) | Mozzafiato Fast R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Exploring extraction settings | Traditional dual-boiler espresso | A simpler heat-exchanger workflow |
| Boiler layout | Two independent PID-controlled boilers | Two independent PID-controlled boilers | 1.8 L heat-exchanger boiler |
| Extraction control | Timed pre-infusion and finish at a fixed 3 bar; two saved recipes | Conventional R58 extraction; independent temperature adjustment | Conventional extraction with temperature control |
| Interface | Magnetic 3.5-inch touchscreen + shot timer | External touchscreen controller | OLED display + pressure gauges |
| Pump / water | Rotary; tank or direct connection | Rotary; tank or direct connection | R version: rotary; tank or direct connection |
On a small screen, swipe the table to compare. Comparison uses the Mozzafiato Fast R (rotary-pump version). The V version uses a vibration pump and reservoir.
The experience
What changes in daily use
Keep milk drinks moving
Brew espresso and texture milk with dedicated boilers rather than switching one boiler between temperatures.
Choose your installation
Start with the reservoir or plan a permanent water connection with suitable water treatment.
Rocket · V12 Design
Classic Rocket presence. Settings within reach.
The redesigned front and sculpted feet give the TUNE a distinct silhouette. Its magnetic Communication Pod brings the controls close to the group without replacing the hands-on portafilter experience.
TUNE · PID · Communication Pod
The technology, explained
TUNE extraction
Set the duration of the pre-infusion and finishing stages at a fixed 3 bar. This is preset-pressure shaping, rather than freely programmable pressure at every moment.
Independent PID control
Coffee and steam have separate temperature management, so changing your brew setting does not require using one shared temperature for both jobs.
Heated Rocket group
The updated heated group works with the boiler controls to support stable brewing. Pair consistent settings with a consistent grind and dose.
Faster warm-up
Ready for brewing and steaming in as little as 10 minutes. Actual warm-up depends on inlet water temperature and room conditions.
Magnetic Communication Pod
The removable 3.5-inch colour touchscreen gives access to settings. The integrated shot timer helps you follow each extraction.
Push-turn controls
Push to purge, then turn to regulate delivery. The dual-action knobs keep familiar steam and hot-water tasks close at hand.
Coffee and milk
Your coffee menu, made by hand
This is a portafilter machine, not a one-touch drink menu. You choose the coffee dose, shot length and milk texture to prepare:
EspressoRistrettoLungoAmericanoCappuccinoCaffè latteFlat whiteLatte macchiato
Espresso-based recipes are prepared manually. Milk drinks use the steam wand; Americanos combine espresso and hot water. There is no integrated grinder or automatic milk carafe.
Your coffee corner
A good fit for…
The curious home barista
You want to explore extraction while keeping grinding, dosing and tamping in your hands.
Espresso and milk-drink households
You value dedicated steam capacity alongside precise espresso temperature control.
A permanent coffee corner
You have room for the display, a separate espresso grinder and access for filling and cleaning.
R58 TUNE
Technical specifications
Brewing and controls
- Architecture
- Dual boiler; independent PID control
- Coffee / steam boilers
- 0.58 L / 1.8 L
- Group / portafilter
- Heated Rocket group; 58 mm portafilter
- TUNE
- Timed pre-infusion and finishing stages at fixed 3 bar; two saved recipes
- Display
- Removable magnetic 3.5-inch colour touchscreen
- Extraction timer
- Integrated
- Milk / hot water
- Manual steam wand and hot-water outlet; push-turn controls
- Grinder
- Separate espresso grinder required
Installation and dimensions
- Water reservoir
- 1.9 L
- Pump / water supply
- Rotary pump; reservoir or direct plumbing
- North American electrical rating
- 115 V / 60 Hz / 1,600 W
- Dimensions — W × D × H
- 335 × 482 × 427 mm (33.5 × 48.2 × 42.7 cm)
- Width with display
- 408 mm (40.8 cm)
- Weight
- 29 kg
- Planning your space
- Allow additional working space for the portafilter, water access and a grinder
Finishes and model references
- Chrome
- RKT-RES-R58-TUNE-CHR
- Matte Black
- RKT-RES-R58-TUNE-BLK
- Design
- Developed with Milan’s V12 Design studio; redesigned body and sculpted feet
Care and ownership
A straightforward ownership routine
Wipe and purge the steam wand after milk preparation, rinse the portafilter and baskets, and empty the drip tray regularly. Follow Rocket’s instructions for group cleaning and backflushing. Use water suited to espresso equipment; a direct connection also needs an appropriate water-treatment plan.
Buying questions
Before bringing it home
How does TUNE differ from a manual flow-control paddle?
TUNE lets you time the low-pressure beginning and finishing stages at a preset 3 bar and save two recipes. It is a different approach from manually varying flow with a paddle throughout a shot.
Do I need to connect it to plumbing?
No. You can use the 1.9 L reservoir. Direct plumbing is an alternative if your setup and water treatment are suitable.
How much counter width should I allow?
The machine body is 33.5 cm wide, but the display brings the published width to 40.8 cm. Depth is 48.2 cm and height is 42.7 cm; leave working room around those measurements.
Can I brew espresso and steam milk together?
Yes. The dedicated coffee and steam boilers support brewing and steaming together, with separate PID temperature control.
Does it grind the coffee or make milk drinks automatically?
No. Use a separate espresso grinder, prepare the puck yourself and texture milk with the steam wand. The touchscreen controls the machine’s settings rather than making a complete latte at one touch.
What is different from the previous R58 Cinquantotto?
The TUNE adds its timed low-pressure extraction stages, two saved recipes, magnetic display, faster warm-up system and push-turn controls, within a redesigned body. Both models use dual boilers and a rotary pump.
Café Liégeois Selection
More room to explore your espresso.
Choose the R58 TUNE when you want the character of a Rocket with useful control over temperature and extraction. Build it around a capable espresso grinder, and make the daily ritual your own.
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