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}\n  .dpns .for-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n}\n@media (max-width: 480px) {\n  .dpns .features-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"dpns\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"prod-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eNuova Simonelli · Italian Prosumer · Single Boiler\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eNuova Simonelli Oscar II — \u003cspan\u003eCompetition DNA for the Home Barista\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Nuova Simonelli Oscar II is one of the most distinctive single-boiler espresso machines in the prosumer market — built by the company behind the World Barista Championship machine. Engineered in Belforte del Chienti, Italy, the Oscar II combines \u003cstrong\u003eheat exchanger technology in a compact single-boiler body, a commercial 58mm group head, wired thermocompensation, and an ergonomic workflow\u003c\/strong\u003e designed around the professional barista experience. It delivers simultaneous brewing and steaming capability at a price point that makes it one of the best value HX machines in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Oscar II is built for the home barista who is serious about espresso quality — someone who has outgrown entry-level machines and wants the thermal stability, steaming power, and tactile feedback of a professional-grade setup. With Nuova Simonelli's commercial heritage built into every component, the Oscar II consistently outperforms its price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HIGHLIGHTS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"highlights\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-num\"\u003eHX\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-label\"\u003eHeat Exchanger\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-num\"\u003e58mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-label\"\u003eCommercial Group\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-num\"\u003e2L\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-label\"\u003eBoiler Capacity\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-num\"\u003e🇮🇹\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hl-label\"\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"features-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II Stand Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"features-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e♨️ Heat Exchanger System\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Oscar II uses a heat exchanger boiler — allowing simultaneous brewing and steaming without switching modes. Brew water passes through a tube inside the steam boiler, absorbing heat to reach espresso temperature while steam remains instantly available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e🌡️ Wired Thermocompensation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNuova Simonelli's wired thermocompensation system continuously monitors and adjusts the group head temperature — compensating for ambient changes and idle periods to maintain consistent brew temperature shot to shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e☕ Commercial 58mm Group\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA professional 58mm group head — the commercial standard — ensures full compatibility with precision baskets, tampers, and bottomless portafilters. The same group diameter used on Nuova Simonelli's flagship café machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e💨 Powerful Steam Wand\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Oscar II's steam power is a genuine strength — capable of texturing milk for multiple consecutive drinks without recovery lag. The no-burn steam wand is ergonomically positioned for natural milk pitcher angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e🔌 Tank or Plumbed\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Oscar II operates from a 2.5-litre removable water tank or can be plumbed directly into a water line — making it suitable for both home kitchen and semi-commercial or office environments without modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e⚙️ Rotary Pump\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA rotary pump provides quieter operation, more consistent pressure output, and longer service life compared to vibratory pumps found in most machines at this price tier. The rotary pump also enables direct plumb capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e🎛️ Volumetric Dosing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eProgrammable volumetric dosing controls allow you to set and reproduce exact shot volumes for 1-cup, 2-cup, and continuous flow modes — reducing the need for constant manual intervention during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e🏆 Competition Heritage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNuova Simonelli supplies the official machine to the World Barista Championship. The Oscar II shares engineering DNA — the same thermal philosophy, group head design, and build standards — in a home-category format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e🧹 Easy Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA 3-way solenoid valve releases pressure after each shot for clean, dry pucks. The removable drip tray, accessible water tank, and standard group seal dimensions make routine maintenance straightforward for home owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TECH SPOTLIGHT — clean light --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tech-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTechnology Spotlight\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eHeat Exchanger Technology — Brew and Steam Without Compromise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tech-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eSimultaneous Brew \u0026amp; Steam\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe HX system allows the Oscar II to brew espresso and texture milk at the same time — no mode switching, no waiting. The steam boiler keeps pressure constant while the heat exchanger loop delivers brew-ready water to the group head independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tech-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eWired Thermocompensation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eUnlike passive HX machines that rely on flushing to manage temperature, the Oscar II's wired thermocompensation actively monitors group head temperature and adjusts accordingly — delivering more consistent brew temperatures across varying conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tech-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eRotary Pump Stability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe rotary pump delivers a smooth, consistent 9-bar extraction pressure with less vibration and noise than vibratory alternatives. This stable pressure foundation is what enables the Oscar II's extraction quality to exceed expectations at its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECS TABLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"specs-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eNuova Simonelli Oscar II — Full Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle group, heat exchanger espresso machine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoiler System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat exchanger — single 2-litre brass boiler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoiler Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotary pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroup Head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58mm commercial portafilter — wired thermocompensation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolumetric — programmable 1-cup, 2-cup, continuous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 litre removable tank or direct plumb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteam \u0026amp; Brew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSimultaneous — HX system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteam Wand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo-burn ergonomic wand — 360° rotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot Water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated hot water outlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolenoid Valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-way — dry puck after every shot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel body — made in Italy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItaly — Nuova Simonelli, Belforte del Chienti\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Di Pacci for current model dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220–240V \/ 50Hz (Australian spec)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer warranty — contact Di Pacci for current terms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHO IT'S FOR --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"for-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eIs the Oscar II Right for You?\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWho Should Buy the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"for-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"for-card yes\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e✓ The Oscar II is right for you if you:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"for-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMake milk-based drinks regularly and want simultaneous brew and steam\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWant commercial-grade HX performance without a commercial price tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eValue competition-grade Italian engineering and build quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eOwn or plan to invest in a quality 58mm espresso grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWant plumb-in capability for a home office or semi-commercial setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAre upgrading from a single-boiler machine and want more workflow speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWant a machine that will last 10+ years with proper maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"for-card no\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e✗ The Oscar II may not suit you if you:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"for-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAre just starting out with espresso and still developing technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePrimarily drink black espresso and rarely steam milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePrefer a machine with a simpler, smaller footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWant advanced features like pressure profiling or flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAre not ready to pair it with a quality standalone grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eNuova Simonelli Oscar II — Common Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the Oscar II and the original Oscar?\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe Oscar II introduced wired thermocompensation — actively monitoring and adjusting group head temperature rather than relying on passive heat management. This significantly improves brew temperature consistency, particularly during back-to-back shots or after idle periods. The Oscar II also features a redesigned ergonomic steam wand, updated volumetric controls, and improved build quality throughout.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eCan the Oscar II be used in a small café or office?\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes. The Oscar II's rotary pump, HX boiler, and plumb-in capability make it suitable for low-to-moderate volume office and light café environments — typically up to 30–40 drinks per day. Its compact footprint makes it popular in specialty roaster showrooms, co-working spaces, and home offices where a full commercial machine isn't practical.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eDoes the Oscar II require flushing before pulling a shot?\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eLike most HX machines, the Oscar II may benefit from a short flush of the group head if the machine has been idle — this clears superheated water from the heat exchanger loop and brings brew temperature into the optimal range. The wired thermocompensation system on the Oscar II significantly reduces the need for this compared to passive HX machines, but a brief flush after long idle periods is still good practice.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat grinder should I pair with the Oscar II?\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe Oscar II deserves a quality espresso grinder. Di Pacci recommends pairing it with a grinder in the \u003cstrong\u003eEureka Mignon, Lelit Fred, Mazzer Mini, or Macap MXD\u003c\/strong\u003e range — all of which complement the Oscar II's extraction capability without being the limiting factor. Call our team on (02) 9758 0760 for personalised grinder matching advice.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eIs the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II available in different colours?\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe Oscar II is available in multiple colour options — including stainless, black, and white finishes depending on current stock. Contact Di Pacci on (02) 9758 0760 or visit one of our five stores to check current colour availability and lead times.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003eDoes Di Pacci service the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II in Australia?\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes. Di Pacci provides full in-house service and warranty support for Nuova Simonelli machines across our five Australian stores — Sydney, Melbourne, Queensland, Perth, and Port Macquarie. Our technicians carry genuine Nuova Simonelli parts and are experienced with HX machine servicing, ensuring fast turnaround without waiting for overseas parts shipments.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cta-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eBuy the Nuova Simonelli Oscar II at Di Pacci Australia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAustralia's largest coffee machine specialist. Expert advice, in-house service, finance options available. 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