I was so excited to find that Vitamix where coming out with a food processor.  This is the forth food processor I have owned and no other machine can come up to these standards. It easy to use, clean and store.  For the first time I get sliced produce in two good sizes and not the usual mush especially towards the end of slicing. The grating blades are a joy to use you get exacting what you asked for, and the large bowl shred veggies quickly its large enough to put all your veggies in together - no more doing only one at a time.  I would warn that the blade is extremely sharp! I would also have like to have a much stronger protector to hold the blade safely... All in all I am absolutely delighted and can't wait for thick and hearty winter soups time. Thank you Vitamix.