We combined our top-of-the-line Vitamix model, the Ascent Series X5, with the 12-Cup Food Processor Attachment to create the ultimate kitchen tool. It's everything you need to make anything you want. Programs include: Smoothies, Frozen Desserts, Soups, Frozen Cocktails, Dips & Spreads, Smoothie Bowl, Frappé, Nut Butters, Non-Dairy Milks, and Spice Grinding The Self-Cleaning program is standard on all Ascent X Series models. Just add warm water and a drop of dish soap The base is able to detect the container size or attachment you've chosen and automatically adjust program settings and blend speed accordingly With an exclusive soft-grip handle, our most flexible container size excels at low-volume and midsize blends (1–4 servings) Simplifies food prep so you can spend less time chopping, dicing and slicing, and more time perfecting each delicious, whole-food meal