The B 990 includes a meticulously engineered extended freearm with 14" (356 mm) of space to the right of the needle and the Giant Embroidery Hoop (16.1" x 12"), providing you with ample space for big, beautiful sewing, quilting and embroidery projects.
Preview your stitches and designs
Scan and preview your designs
View the needle area on screen
BERNINA Placement Scanner & Camera
With the new BERNINA Placement Scanner and Camera, you can scan the embroidery hoop, and view the needle area on the screen in sewing and embroidery. This allows you to precisely position your designs and stitches. Scan to preview how your designs, the chosen thread color and size will look like when stitched.
Also, you can transfer the scanned background to the optional BERNINA Embroidery Software 9.
Thread the needle automatically
Simply push a button to thread
Watch the machine thread the needle
Ready to create in seconds
The Automatic Needle Threader helps you get started with a different thread. Sewing and embroidery needles from size 70 can be automatically threaded. Get started with a different thread, faster than ever before.
Pinpoint Laser
Works in every needle position
Indicates the exact needle entry point
Next level precision
Enjoy pinpoint precision by seeing exactly where the needle will enter the fabric in every needle position. The BERNINA Pinpoint Laser marks your start and travel points as you sew and embroider.
Built-in Stitch Regulation
BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator
Use Stitch Regulation for Ruler Work
Works with all BERNINA quilting presser feet and accessories
Simply attach the included BERNINA 5.5 mm BISR Stitch Plate with Sensor, and the quilting foot of your choice to achieve perfect quilting stitches with the exact same length at variable sewing speeds. Automatic stitch regulation is now possible with all quilting applications including Ruler Work, thanks to the innovative BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator (BISR).
Automatic stitch plate recognition
Insert stitch plate and sew!
Additional security function
Three included stitch plates
The B 990 automatically recognizes the stitch plate once it is attached to the machine. If the stitch plate is not compatible with the selected stitch pattern, needle or presser foot the machine will not sew as an additional security measure.
Choose or create your matching stitch
Total of 2,927 stitch patterns
Resize any stitch from 25% to 500%
Design your individual stitch
With a touch, the B 990 transforms your design into a stitch pattern or alters existing stitches as you wish. Resize any stitch from 25% to 500% with the new Jumbo Stitch. Undo and redo steps in sewing and with the Stitch Designer create your own stitches by drawing your ideas right on the touch screen.
Your helpful guide on screen
Instruction Manual, tutorials, etc.
Search within the Help Center
Connect with your tablet or smartphone
In the Help Center, you will find frequently requested instructions and information, the user manual and Creative Consultant for various techniques. You can even connect the Help Center to your personal device (tablet or smartphone) with WiFi connectivity by simply scanning the QR code on screen.
Take your embroidery to a gigantic level
Extra large 16.1” x 12” embroidery area
Giant Hoop with ergonomic twist lock
Perfect for large quilts
With the new Giant Hoop and the extra large 16.1" x 12" embroidery field, you will be able to embroider a full 12-inch square. Thanks to the ergonomic twist lock closure, hooping and re-hooping is easy. The inner markings of the hoop and template allow you to easily align a 12-inch square.
Organize your stitches and designs
Create and name folders
Save new or adjusted stitches
Move, copy and paste from the USB stick
Organize your stitch patterns with the File Manager: Save, name, and store new or adjusted stitch patterns and combinations in your personal folder. Easily create, move, copy and paste files and folder to keep your stitches and embroidery designs organized with the File Manager. Name your adjusted stitch patterns and combinations and move entire folders of designs from a USB straight to your folder on the machine.
Place your designs to suit your project
2-Point and 4-Point Placement
Place designs as they are or morph to fit
Perfect placement every time!
Pinpoint Placement with 2-Point and 4-Point placement options allows you to easily place designs with utmost precision. Simply define four points on the fabric with the new 4-Point Placement and morph or proportionally fit the design to the area. Use Virtual Positioning to verify exact stitch points for ultimate precision.
Customize your quilt designs
Modify stitches per inch
Unlimited scaling possibilities
Compatible with BQM, HQF, PAT, PLI, QLI and TAP formats
The new Customizable Quilt Designs bring the functionality of professional longarm quilting to your embroidery machine. Unlimited scaling possibilities, the ability to modify the stitches per inch (SPI) and enhanced quilt securing functions enable you to achieve perfect computerized quilting on your embroidery machine.
WiFi Connectivity and BERNINA Stitchout App
Design transfer from/to V9 Software
Monitor embroidery process via App
Real-time status updates remotely
Since WiFi is enabled on the BERNINA 990, you can transfer designs from your BERNINA Embroidery Software 9 (optional) directly to the machine, or vice versa. And thanks to the BERNINA Stitchout App, the embroidery process can be monitored on your smartphone remotely. The in-app notifications and real-time status updates will make your embroidery more convenient.
BERNINA stitchprecision2 Technology
Next generation stitch precision
Even faster embroidery
Superior stitch quality
The B 990 features the next generation BERNINA stitchprecision2 Technology that makes your sewing, quilting and embroidery experience quieter, more precise, and joyful.
New high-end Embroidery Module XL
Superb stitch quality
Compatible with BERNINA Embroidery Hoops
Features BERNINA Smart Drive Technology
The new high-end Embroidery Module XL with Smart Drive Technology (SDT) ensures flawless embroidery.
Sew and embroider for a longer period of time
Front loading, easy access Jumbo Bobbin
Ideally suited for decorative stitches
More time for your creativity
The front loading, easy access Jumbo Bobbin holds up to 70% more thread than standard bobbins, allowing you to sew and embroider longer.
Extended US Warranty: 25 years head, 5 years electronics, 1 years labor
Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.
Specifications
Deposit is fully refundable less 3% and goes toward the purchase of the B990 when it ships in July 2024.
The B 990 includes a meticulously engineered extended freearm with 14" (356 mm) of space to the right of the needle and the Giant Embroidery Hoop (16.1" x 12"), providing you with ample space for big, beautiful sewing, quilting and embroidery projects.
Preview your stitches and designs
Scan and preview your designs
View the needle area on screen
BERNINA Placement Scanner & Camera
With the new BERNINA Placement Scanner and Camera, you can scan the embroidery hoop, and view the needle area on the screen in sewing and embroidery. This allows you to precisely position your designs and stitches. Scan to preview how your designs, the chosen thread color and size will look like when stitched.
Also, you can transfer the scanned background to the optional BERNINA Embroidery Software 9.
Thread the needle automatically
Simply push a button to thread
Watch the machine thread the needle
Ready to create in seconds
The Automatic Needle Threader helps you get started with a different thread. Sewing and embroidery needles from size 70 can be automatically threaded. Get started with a different thread, faster than ever before.
Pinpoint Laser
Works in every needle position
Indicates the exact needle entry point
Next level precision
Enjoy pinpoint precision by seeing exactly where the needle will enter the fabric in every needle position. The BERNINA Pinpoint Laser marks your start and travel points as you sew and embroider.
Built-in Stitch Regulation
BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator
Use Stitch Regulation for Ruler Work
Works with all BERNINA quilting presser feet and accessories
Simply attach the included BERNINA 5.5 mm BISR Stitch Plate with Sensor, and the quilting foot of your choice to achieve perfect quilting stitches with the exact same length at variable sewing speeds. Automatic stitch regulation is now possible with all quilting applications including Ruler Work, thanks to the innovative BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator (BISR).
Automatic stitch plate recognition
Insert stitch plate and sew!
Additional security function
Three included stitch plates
The B 990 automatically recognizes the stitch plate once it is attached to the machine. If the stitch plate is not compatible with the selected stitch pattern, needle or presser foot the machine will not sew as an additional security measure.
Choose or create your matching stitch
Total of 2,927 stitch patterns
Resize any stitch from 25% to 500%
Design your individual stitch
With a touch, the B 990 transforms your design into a stitch pattern or alters existing stitches as you wish. Resize any stitch from 25% to 500% with the new Jumbo Stitch. Undo and redo steps in sewing and with the Stitch Designer create your own stitches by drawing your ideas right on the touch screen.
Your helpful guide on screen
Instruction Manual, tutorials, etc.
Search within the Help Center
Connect with your tablet or smartphone
In the Help Center, you will find frequently requested instructions and information, the user manual and Creative Consultant for various techniques. You can even connect the Help Center to your personal device (tablet or smartphone) with WiFi connectivity by simply scanning the QR code on screen.
Take your embroidery to a gigantic level
Extra large 16.1” x 12” embroidery area
Giant Hoop with ergonomic twist lock
Perfect for large quilts
With the new Giant Hoop and the extra large 16.1" x 12" embroidery field, you will be able to embroider a full 12-inch square. Thanks to the ergonomic twist lock closure, hooping and re-hooping is easy. The inner markings of the hoop and template allow you to easily align a 12-inch square.
Organize your stitches and designs
Create and name folders
Save new or adjusted stitches
Move, copy and paste from the USB stick
Organize your stitch patterns with the File Manager: Save, name, and store new or adjusted stitch patterns and combinations in your personal folder. Easily create, move, copy and paste files and folder to keep your stitches and embroidery designs organized with the File Manager. Name your adjusted stitch patterns and combinations and move entire folders of designs from a USB straight to your folder on the machine.
Place your designs to suit your project
2-Point and 4-Point Placement
Place designs as they are or morph to fit
Perfect placement every time!
Pinpoint Placement with 2-Point and 4-Point placement options allows you to easily place designs with utmost precision. Simply define four points on the fabric with the new 4-Point Placement and morph or proportionally fit the design to the area. Use Virtual Positioning to verify exact stitch points for ultimate precision.
Customize your quilt designs
Modify stitches per inch
Unlimited scaling possibilities
Compatible with BQM, HQF, PAT, PLI, QLI and TAP formats
The new Customizable Quilt Designs bring the functionality of professional longarm quilting to your embroidery machine. Unlimited scaling possibilities, the ability to modify the stitches per inch (SPI) and enhanced quilt securing functions enable you to achieve perfect computerized quilting on your embroidery machine.
WiFi Connectivity and BERNINA Stitchout App
Design transfer from/to V9 Software
Monitor embroidery process via App
Real-time status updates remotely
Since WiFi is enabled on the BERNINA 990, you can transfer designs from your BERNINA Embroidery Software 9 (optional) directly to the machine, or vice versa. And thanks to the BERNINA Stitchout App, the embroidery process can be monitored on your smartphone remotely. The in-app notifications and real-time status updates will make your embroidery more convenient.
BERNINA stitchprecision2 Technology
Next generation stitch precision
Even faster embroidery
Superior stitch quality
The B 990 features the next generation BERNINA stitchprecision2 Technology that makes your sewing, quilting and embroidery experience quieter, more precise, and joyful.
New high-end Embroidery Module XL
Superb stitch quality
Compatible with BERNINA Embroidery Hoops
Features BERNINA Smart Drive Technology
The new high-end Embroidery Module XL with Smart Drive Technology (SDT) ensures flawless embroidery.
Sew and embroider for a longer period of time
Front loading, easy access Jumbo Bobbin
Ideally suited for decorative stitches
More time for your creativity
The front loading, easy access Jumbo Bobbin holds up to 70% more thread than standard bobbins, allowing you to sew and embroider longer.
Behind The Scenes Magic https://bernina990.com/bernina-990-reservations/9c005a2b-c6d4-42a6-a826-61797e7edb2c
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We have more answers to your B 990 questions!
Watch now: https://youtu.be/yonAFYEM878
Your B 990 Sewing & Embroidery Workbooks are now available!
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Get an exclusive look at the B 990 simulator with Christy Burcham!
Build a combi mode pattern to stitch in embroidery: https://youtu.be/xXFOY3a13yw
Extended US Warranty: 25 years head, 5 years electronics, 1 years labor
Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.
Specifications
Sewing space to the right of the needle: 14"
Workspace Height: 5"
Machine weight: 43.3 lb
Machine size: 26.5” / 9.5” / 16.6”
Centrally Located Color Touch Screen: 10.1" / 25.4 cm
Help Center
File Manager
Multi-function Knobs
LED Sewing Light: 90
Automatic Needle Threader
Manual Thread Cutters: 3
BERNINA Pinpoint Laser
WiFi
BERNINA stitchprecision2 Technology
Total Stitch Control
BERNINA Adaptive Thread Tension
BERNINA Dual Feed
Jumbo Bobbin with 70 % more Capacity
Bobbin Winding while Sewing/Embroidering
Powerful DC Motor
Hammer Mode
BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS)
Automatic Raise/Lower Feed Dog
Programmable BERNINA Foot Control
BERNINA Foot Control
Thread-up Command
Automatic Presser Foot Lifter
Automatic Thread Cutter
Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure
Needle Reminder
Lower Thread Sensor
Upper Thread Sensor
Clock/Alarm
Tutorial
On-screen Help
eco Mode
Retractable Feed Dog
Slide speed control
For information on B990 New Owner Retreats (both online and in person, click here.
Availability: Retail Store Only Condition: New In Box
Features
The XXL Embroidery Module Bag for the BERNINA 9 Series is designed to be solid and easy to move. The advanced padding system and the high-quality outer material provide a thorough protection for your embroidery module. The embroidery module bag can be attached to the trolley’s XXL telescopic handle and additionally secured with the adjustable strap and D-Rings of the XXL trolley. The four 360° rotating wheels make it possible to pull the bag in any direction or you can carry it separately with the straps.
Our Price: $699.00 Prices are subject to change, and only current prices will be honored.
Availability: Advance Orders Only. Please review the product description for complete details. Condition: New In Box
Features
Capable of stitching a full 12-inch quilt block
Ergonomic twist lock for easy release and clamping
Clamps for perfect fixation in the frame
Template for accurate positioning
Max. embroidery area 305 x 410 mm / 12" x 16.1"
The Giant Embroidery Hoop (max. embroidery area 12" x 16.1") is ideally suited for large embroidery designs, embroidery combinations or endless embroidery. A large ergonomic twist lock provides easy hooping and unhooping of the material. Thanks to the clamps, the fabric can be perfectly fixed in the frame. The template serves as a support for accurate positioning.
The Giant Hoop expands your embroidery horizon with the extra-large space and ability to embroider an amazing full 12-inch square. Perfect for large quilt blocks! Effortless quilting even on the largest quilts.
Availability: Retail Store Only Condition: New In Box
Features
With Smart Drive Technology (SDT)
Effortless freearm embroidery
Embroidery area of up to 305 x 410 mm / 16.1" x 12"
For BERNINA 9 Series machines
Smart Drive Technology (SDT)
Smoother movement and less vibration
Quieter embroidery
Better stitch quality
The Embroidery Module XL with BERNINA Smart Drive Technology (SDT) elevates your embroidery experience with enhanced stitch quality, as well as smoother and quieter movement.
Realize your big projects easily
The Embroidery Module XL with Smart Drive Technology (SDT) will allow you to achieve reliable and breathtaking embroidery results. All embroidery projects can be carried out comfortably using the generous embroidery area. You can even embroider a full 12-inch quilt block! This embroidery module also makes it easy to embroider already-closed and tubular sewing projects, such as large tote bags, blouses and t-shirts.
Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.
Specifications
This embroidery module only works with the Bernina B990.
Abundance of space
The 34" electric lift accommodates the largest machines on the market and allows the ultimate center of needle sewing position. The bottom cut-out allows more leg room to the left side of the sewing machine for the most comfortable sewing experience, and the added kick plate keeps the foot control from sliding underneath the cabinet.
Whisper quiet electric lift
Left-hand swing up and angled drawer extension
"Magic Corner" to the left-hand side of the machine which fills the space between the dropleaf and left swing up extension
Lot of storage options
The sewing cabinet includes extensive storage options like
Three drawers to accommodate storage needs
Slide out embroidery module storage for easy access
Slide out embroidery hoop storage for keeping hoops organized at your fingertips
Cabinet dimensions
The BERNINA Luxe PLUS features a bi-fold door that conveniently folds to the side or can be closed when not in use.
All of the following measures are listed by width, depth and height.
Cabinet Open: 77-7/8” x 57” x 29-3/4”
Cabinet Closed: 64-1/8” x 27” x 29-3/4”
Cut-Out: 34" x 15-1/2”
The cabinet weighs 275 lbs.
Our Friends at Nuttals Shows the Features of the B990 XL Luxe Cabinet
Extended US Warranty: 1 year limited warranty on defects in materials and workmanship.
Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.
Specifications
34" electric lift
Slide out module and hoop storage
Bi-fold door to close
Angled drawer extension
Available in white and grey