Accomplish complex recipes with this Vitamix Ascent blender. Its variable speed control lets you achieve the desired consistency for your homemade sauces and spreads, and the pulse feature provides a quick burst of power for chopping and kneading. The built-in digital timer on this 2.2 HP Vitamix Ascent blender lets you accurately process delicate ingredients. Variable for versatile use. Customize your mixture’s consistency by controlling blade speeds at different levels. Also includes a pulse function. Stainless-steel blade. Ensures smooth, even blending. Tamper Lets you push down ingredients without hitting the blades. Recipe book gives you inspiration to get started. Get step-by-step instructions, so making drinks is easy.