The Vitamix ASCENT Series A2300i delivers professional blending with Variable Speed Control, Pulse, and a built-in digital timer to help you achieve precise textures from chunky salsas to silky purées. SELF-DETECT technology enables the base to work with a new family of containers for multiple batch sizes and prevents operation unless the lid and container are secure. Includes motor base, low-profile 2.0-litre container, S2 tamper, and Simply Blending Cookbook.