JANOME CONTINENTAL CM8 PROFESSIONAL LONG ARM MACHINE SEWING MACHINE

DescriptionJanome Continental CM8 Professional.It’s on the way…this incredibly sturdy, powder coated metal, seamless flatbed machine provides an expansive sewing area with 343mm (13.5”) to the right of the needle and a spacious height of 140mm (5.51”). The most powerful penetration and needle piercing capabilities in home sewing.•1300s.p.m. •450Stitches 5 x Alphabets  13 x Buttonholes •Sewing Applications •A.S.R. (Accurate Stitch Regulator) •Floating Mode to make sewing over thick seams a breeze. •Mirage Stitch to create the illusion of stand alone decorative stitches. •Automatic Presser Foot Lift, Pivot Function •Auto One–Touch Needle Plate Conversion–3 plates included (zigzag, straight & HP Professional). •Independent bobbin winding motor •Thumb Wheel for added convenience. •Optical bobbin monitoring •Enhanced feed dog design •AcuFeed Flex (Electronic) for flawless fabric feeding. •Knee lift for Variable zig zag •AcuSpark2 App available for Smart phones/tablets for support & inspirationAchieve High-Definition Sewing & Quilting results with Janome’s A.S.R.™ (Accurate Stitch Regulator).You take your sewing passion seriously. You deserve a machine that delivers professional results. The Continental M8 Professional has everything you need for Hi-Definition Quilting and Hi-Definition Sewing. The A.S.R. Accurate Stitch Regulator ensures that every quilting stitch you make is perfect. While the professional grade HP Needle Plate and HP2 AcuFeed options allow you to piece with precise 1/4″ seams.Want more assistance? Use the free AcuSpark2 app with the Continental M8 Professional to see more information about each stitch, review recommended settings, and see what options are available. Or, use the Sewing Applications menus to select your stitches by choosing what kind of sewing you are doing.Top loading full rotary hook bobbin450 built-in stitches up to 9mm wide, including 3 fonts (block/script/broadway)A.S.R (Accurate Stitch Regulator) IncludedAcuFeed Flex Plus layered fabric feeding systemProfessional HP needle plate, HP Foot, and HP2 AcuFeed FootStreamlined profile for broader sewing field viewStitch tapering functionRuler work modeAutomatic presser foot liftQuilt Block AdvisorExtension table with storage drawer includedVariable zigzag for free motion quiltingFloating mode for delicate fabricsCloth Guide included17.81″ All metal seamless flatbedAdjustable knee lift includedMaximum sewing speed – 1,300 SPMSuperior Needle Threader 2Thumbwheel by machine head to raise and lower the needle12 Sensor buttonholesStraight Stitch Needle PlateSnap-on Presser Feet7-Piece feed dogSewing Applications on-screen supportAcuSpark2 app provides machine learning and supportAuo tension systemAutomatic one-touch needle plate conversionUSB PortStitch Composer stitch creation PC softwareOptical bobbin monitoring system7″ Color LCD TouchscreenFull-intensity lighting system with 9 white LED lamps in 4 locationsMemorized Needle Up/DownAdvanced plate markingsUpstanding dual thread standMaximum Stitch Width: 9mmMaximum Stitch Lenght: 5mm13.7″ to the right of the needleSTANDARD ACCESSORIES1/4″ Seam Foot O, Top Loading, 9mm Stitch Width ModelsA.S.R. Kit (Accurate Stitch Regulator)Accessory boxAcuFeed Flex™ Dual Feed Holder with AD FootAcuFeed Flex professional grade foot HP2Automatic Buttonhole Foot RBlind Hem Foot G (9mm)Bobbin (Standard)Button Sewing FootButton Shank PlateConcealed Zipper Foot ZDarning FootDarning foot (open-toe)Extra Large Foot ControllerExtra Wide Extension TableFree Motion Quilting Closed Toe Foot (QC)Free Motion Quilting Open Toe Foot (QO)Free Motion Quilting Zig-Zag Foot (QV)HP FootHP Needle PlateKnee lifterLarge ScrewdriverLint BrushM7 Cloth GuideNeedle SetOpen Toe Satin Stitch FootOvercast Foot M: Top Load, 9mmQuilting Guide BarRemote Thread Cutter SwitchRolled Hem Foot 2mmRuler Work Foot QRSatin Stitch Foot: 9mm ModelsSeam RipperSemi-hard fabric coverSpool Holder (Large)Spool Holder (Small)Spool Holder (Special)Spool NetStraight Stitch Needle Plate (for continental models)Touch Panel StylusVariable Zig-Zag Open Toe Foot (QZ)Zig-Zag FootZipper Foot E A.S.R. Accurate Stitch Regulator™  The M8 comes standard with the A.S.R. (Accurate Stitch Regulator) Janome Accurate Stitch Regulator System includes four feet: closed-toe, open toe, clear view, and the exclusive ruler work foot so that all of your free-motion needs are covered. With the added benefit of being able to set the sensitivity of the sensor; you can adjust the regulation as your skills buildAmple Work Area and VisibilityThe Continental Series has the industry’s LARGEST sewing space available on any household-use machine. With 13 ½” of workspace, a total work area of 17.81”, more than 3” in the needle/needle plate section, and Bright white LED lighting to illuminate your sewing space with shadow-free coverage, your sewing capacity will improve all around. With an added extension table of 26.77” X 15.75”, you’ll have even more workspace. As an added bonus, the worktable has a built-in drawer so that you can keep all of your favorite accessories at your fingertips.AcuSpark2 The AcuSpark2 App provides machine learning & support. Simply scan the QR code on the screen of your machine with the app to see information about the stitch, recommended presser feet, adjustment tips, and more