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KitchenAid? 5-Speed Custom Metallic Blender | 
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| Brand: KitchenAid
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Rating:  11 reviews
MPN: 207937
ASIN: B000PJ7MAC
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Product Description
With sleek lines and smooth operation, this blender is always in the mix. Classically styled with a gleaming die-cast metal base, this blender uses a patented stainless steel blade to spin soups, smoothies and more to perfect consistency. One-year total replacement warranty. Model KSB580.
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Fantastic blender design (and execution) July 22, 2008
I. Hutchison (Arizona)
This blender replaces a 20 year old Hamilton Beach that finally gave up the ghost (after being abused by my lovely spouse one too many times ;-) ).
I actually purchased the refurbished one direct from KitchenAid for $100.
Out of the box, the pitcher had a small leak, so a thin line of blended goodness and maybe a touch of oil were getting slung around the inside of the base of the pitcher (where the pitcher fits over the base). SOLUTION: Call KitchenAid Customer Service and voila, they are shipping me a new one (they said keep the old, leaky one--I may try to fix it). Now THAT is what I call great customer service.
There is some confusion as to the Watts (power) that this thing has:
120V x 6A = 720 Watts (the base simply says 120V, 6A motor)
but
0.9hp * 746W/hp = 671 Watts (the advertised spec on the KitchenAid site has 0.9hp)
or
650 Watts (according to JC Penny)
Let's call it 700 Watts and move on....
Regardless, this blender has plenty of power to crush ice (made smoothies for the kids) and make chocolate malts/shakes.
PROS:
1. The pitcher/base interface between the motor and the pitcher itself is intelligently designed (spouse proof?)--no more rubber gears that get ground down to tiny nubs.
2. The pitcher/base interface mechanically makes it essentially tip-proof--it's not coming off the base unless you lift it all the way off).
3. The pitcher is one piece, large (56 oz is nice), and shatter proof (I think glass is a bad idea--think breaking it in the sink while cleaning as it slips out of your hand)
4. The button interface is smooth--no cleaning between mechanical buttons
5. It looks good
6. KitchenAid has top-notch customer service (we own a stand mixer and a refrigerator as well of the same brand)
7. At $100 for refurb (or $129 at JC Penny new), the price
8. A built in cord storage on the bottom
9. 5 year warranty=new), 6 month warranty=refurbished
CONS:
(None that I can think of)
Great machine for home use.
Highly recommended June 9, 2008
Gail
This blender has lived up to it's reputation. I thought that I should go ahead and invest in a Vitamix, but at twice the price I just couldn't afford it. I have not regretted my decision.
I LOVE this blender! April 30, 2008
Lola (Dallas, TX)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I received this as a Christmas gift in 2007. So I have had it for four full months and I have not had a single complaint. I read all the reviews about the sound of the motor but decided it was the best for the price anyway. I'm glad the reviews didn't deter me; I expected it to sound like a jet engine from all the reviews, so I was pleasantly surprised to find out it sounds like, you guessed it, a blender! The "Liquify" mode is the only one that is really loud, but you only need run it for a few seconds and Voila!
I love the "Crush Ice" mode. It's perfect for margaritas and smoothies with lots of frozen fruit. I use this blender just about everyday. No leaks, no motor problems. That's right...it's a Kitchen-Aid!
I hand-wash mine after every use. It's never seen the inside of the dishwasher. I'd be interested in hearing from someone who is brave enough. I don't want to ruin a good thing!
Buy this blender! You won't regret it! It's the same price just about everywhere, so no need to comparison shop.
KitchenAid Blender April 30, 2008
S. Patton (Cincinnati, OH USA)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have only used this a couple of times but it is awesome. I wanted a blender which would crush ice in drinks and this does an excellent job. So far it is the best blender yet.
Top-Notch Blender March 11, 2008
Thomas Tracy (Suwanee, GA United States)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is an excellent, high-quality blender. We replaced an inexpensive Oster with it and like this KitchenAid much, much more. Things I really like:
1) Power - this blender whips through hard-frozen fruit like nothing is there for wonderful smoothies.
2) Smooth, one piece control panel - makes for super-easy clean-up as there are no cracks or crevices to trap spills. Yet, the buttons behind the panel still have a nice tactile click response so you know you pressed one.
3) Brushed nickel finish - very attractive on your counter.
4) Polycarbonate jar - this worried me when considering this purchase as our old blender had a nice, thick glass jar. But, after using this blender for 3 months, I like this jar better. It is thick, yet lightweight, and hasn't scratched (although I only use rubber or silicone spatulas inside any way).
5) One piece blades & jar - our old blender had a screw-off base, resulting in 4 parts for clean-up - the base, the blade assembly, the jar itself & a rubber gasket. This blender's blades are permanently mounted in the bottom of the jar making for easy clean-up. I either just put it in the dishwasher on the bottom shelf, or I rinse it out, fill it up halfway with warm water & a small squirt of dishwasher detergent and run it on medium for 10 seconds or so.
Unlike another reviewer, I have experienced no leaks. There is a hex hut on the bottom of the jar that holds in the blade assembly & I am sure there is a rubber gasket underneath the nut. If I ever do get a leak, I plan trying to slightly tighten this nut with an adjustable wrench - I imagine it could possibly loosen over time due to vibration.
The bottom line is that while there are certainly many less expensive blenders on the market, this is an extremely powerful, well-built & attractive option. I think it is worth the price (I had a $20 rebate to lessen the sting), but others may not depending on their budget.
UPDATE after a summer of making daiquiris & margaritas - This blender makes FANTASTIC frozen drinks. It really pulverizes the ice & frozen fruit to make a killer frozen cocktail!
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