The Vitamix Ascent X5 Blender includes 10 programs for smoothies, frozen desserts, hot soup, frozen cocktails, dips and spreads, smoothie bowls, frappes, nut butter, nondairy milk, and spice grinding.
Yes, you can adjust the variable speed control and use pulse to fine-tune the consistency of your recipes.
Variable speed control lets you customize texture.
Pulse gives added control while blending.
The self-cleaning process is simple: add warm water and a drop of dish soap to the container, then run the Self Cleaning program.