The K400 blender is designed to deliver perfect taste. From kale to almonds and more, the K400 blender will power through even the toughest ingredients for smooth and delicious results. Featuring an expertly crafted 3-part blending system: unique asymmetric blade that blends at four angles, ribbed jar design that folds contents into the blade and the adaptive motor that senses contents and maintains optimal speed on all ingredients. Perfect blending. Perfect texture. Perfect Results. The K400 Variable Speed Blender has the power to handle your toughest blender recipes for smooth, great, tasting results. Blend even the toughest ingredients With ease to take whole foods to smoothie in 20 seconds* Variable 5-speed dial & 3 recipe preset programs Easily create a range of textures, from smooth to chunky with the variable 5-speed dial. Or choose one of the 3 preset recipe programs Ice Crush, Icy Drink and Smoothie. Soft start feature Starts the motor at a slower speed to pull food into the blade, then quickly increases to the selected speed setting to avoid splatter. Available in 8 shades From classic Matte Black and Onyx Black, to eyecatching Blue Velvet and Dried Rose, the K400 Variable Speed Blender is countertop candy. Match your blender to your stand mixer for the ultimate effect! Built to last Built to last with a durable, diecast metal base and stainless steel blade made of high quality KitchenAid material. Easy to clean After even the toughest blends by adding water and a drop of soap to the jar, then running on the self-clean cycle.