Description
Where advanced engineering and technology combine to bring you Hi-Definition results
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.
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Key Features
- Top loading full rotary hook bobbin
- 450 built-in stitches up to 9mm wide, including 3 fonts (block/script/broadway)
- A.S.R (Accurate Stitch Regulator) Included
- AcuFeed Flex Plus layered fabric feeding system
- Professional HP needle plate, HP Foot, and HP2 AcuFeed Foot
- Streamlined profile for broader sewing field view
- Stitch tapering function
- Ruler work mode
- Automatic presser foot lift
- QuiltBlockAdvisor
- Extension table with storage drawer included
- Variable zigzag for free motion quilting
- Floating mode for delicate fabrics
- Cloth Guide included
- 17.81" All metal seamless flatbed
- Adjustable knee lift included
- Maximum sewing speed - 1,300 SPM
- Superior Needle Threader 2
- Thumbwheel by machine head to raise and lower the needle
- 12 Sensor buttonholes
- Straight Stitch Needle Plate
- Snap-on Presser Feet
- 7-Piece feed dog
- Sewing Applications on-screen support
- AcuSpark2 app provides machine learning and support
- Auto tension system
- Automatic one-touch needle plate conversion
- USB Port
- StitchComposer stitch creation PC software
- Optical bobbin monitoring system
- 7" Color LCD Touchscreen
- Full-intensity lighting system with 9 white LED lamps in 4 locations
- Memorized Needle Up/Down
- Advanced plate markings
- Upstanding dual thread stand
- Maximum Stitch Width: 9mm
- Maximum Stitch Lenght: 5mm
- 13.7" to the right of the needle
Standard Accessories
- 1/4" Seam Foot O, Top Loading, 9mm Stitch Width Models
- A.S.R. Kit (Accurate Stitch Regulator)
- Accessory box
- AcuFeed Flex™ Dual Feed Holder with AD Foot
- AcuFeed Flex professional grade foot HP2
- Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
- Blind Hem Foot G (9mm)
- Bobbin (Standard)
- Button Sewing Foot
- Button Shank Plate
- Buttonhole Stabilizer Plate
- Concealed Zipper Foot Z
- Darning Foot
- Darning foot (open-toe)
- Extra Large Foot Controller
- Extra Wide Extension Table
- Free Motion Quilting Closed Toe Foot (QC)
- Free Motion Quilting Open Toe Foot (QO)
- Free Motion Quilting Zig-Zag Foot (QV)
- HP Foot
- HP Needle Plate
- Knee lifter
- Large Screwdriver
- Lint Brush
- M7 Cloth Guide
- Needle Set
- Open Toe Satin Stitch Foot
- Overcast Foot M: Top Load, 9mm
- Quilting Guide Bar
- Remote Thread Cutter Switch
- Rolled Hem Foot 2mm
- Ruler Work Foot QR
- Satin Stitch Foot: 9mm Models
- Semi-hard fabric cover
- Spool Holder (Large)
- Spool Holder (Small)
- Spool Holder (Special)
- Spool Net
- Straight Stitch Needle Plate (for continental models)
- Touch Panel Stylus
- Variable Zig-Zag Open Toe Foot (QZ)
- Zig-Zag Foot
- Zipper Foot E
Optional Accessories
Model Comparison
Continental M8 Professional
Sewing
| Hook Type | Top Loading Full Rotary Hook Bobbin |
| Thread Tension Control | Automatic |
| Maximum Stitch Width | 9mm |
| Feed System | AcuFeed |
| Easy Reverse Button | Yes |
| Bobbin Winding | Independent Motor |
| Stitch Selection | Touchscreen |
| Dual Voltage 80v - 240v | No |
| Cover | Semi-Hard Cover |
| Number of Stitches | 450 |
| Number of Buttonholes | 12 |
| Needle Threader | Superior Needle Threader 2 |
| Needle Up Down | Memorized |
| Free Arm | No |
| Drop Feed | Yes |
| Needle Position | 91 |
| Locking Stitch Button | Yes |
| Twin Needle Guard | Yes |
| Number of Stitch Combination | Up to 100 stitches |
| Last Stitch Recall Capability | No |
| Knee Lift | Yes |
| Machine Size | W25.6” x H14.6” x D10.2" |
| Machine Weight | 38.4 lbs |
| Work Space | 13.5" x 5.5" |
| Extra High Presser Foot Lift | Yes |
| Foot Pressure Adjustment | Yes |
| Maximum Stitch Length | 5mm |
| Other Features |
A.S.R. Accurate Stitch Regulator Included
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| Number of Designs | 0 |
| Fonts for Monogramming | 0 |
| Maximum Embroidery Size | |
| Design Transfer Options | |
| Embroidery Sewing Speeds | 0 |
| Embroidery Format | |
| On Screen Editing Functions |
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| Programmable Jump Thread Trimming | No |
| Adjustable Speed While Embroidering | No |
| Flexible Stitch Travelings | |
| Auto Return Post Thread Break | No |
| Adjustable Hoop Positioning | No |
| Thread Brand Selection |
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| Available Hoops |
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Warranty Information
(25) years against defective materials and/or workmanship, (5) years on electrical components, and (1) year labor from the date of original purchase
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