Fellow Ode Gen 1:
Espresso Grind Settings & Guide
The Fellow Ode Gen 1 is an electric flat burr grinder with 64mm burrs. It features stepped adjustment (~25µm per step) and is designed primarily for filter and pour-over brewing. With moderate retention (~0.5g) and a single-dose-friendly design, it's a popular choice from Fellow. Note: this grinder is not typically recommended for espresso without modification.
At a glance
Fellow Ode Gen 1 specs
Burr Type
Flat 64mm
Adjustment
Stepped
Step Size
~25µm per step
Retention
Medium (~0.5g)
Single Dose Friendly
Yes
Espresso Capable
No
Primary Use
Filter / Pour-over
Power
Electric
Espresso starting range
Where to start for espresso
Not recommended for espresso — designed for filter
numbered steps (e.g. 'try step 2.2' or 'go one click finer on the micro')
Starting point only — adjust based on your beans, roast level, dose, and target yield.
Quirks & tips
Stock burrs not intended for espresso — very difficult to get fine enough
SSP Unimodal or SSP Brew burrs make it espresso-capable
With SSP burrs: espresso range is steps 1–3
Detailed notes
Designed for filter/pour-over. Stock burrs cannot grind fine enough for espresso. With SSP or Unimodal burr upgrade: espresso capable at steps 1–3. 11 numbered settings with ~31 total click positions.
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Manufacturer
Fellow
Burrs
Flat 64mm
Adjustment
Stepped
Retention
Medium (~0.5g)
Primary Use
Filter / Pour-over