Vitamix's VX3 blender tackles a wide range of prepping tasks, offering 10 variable speeds to create perfectly textured chunky salsas to the smoothest purees. The blender is equipped with Blendpilot technology to sense activity in the container and automatically apply the ideal blending cycle. It features three automated Blendpilot programs (Smoothie, Frozen Cocktail and Soup) alongside a dedicated self-cleaning program. Tough ingredients are easily processed with the help of the powerful motor, and the pulse feature provides a burst of power to chop ingredients and even knead dough. Use the included tamper to push down frozen or bulky items toward the blade without having to stop and scrape.