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BERNINA 790 Ultra Sewing Machine

Cutting-edge sewing and quilting technology designed for makers at the top of their craft

SKU: B790U
£7,095.00

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“I have just started using the machine after familiarising my self to all different stitches it's perfect.”

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Product Overview

The BERNINA 790 Ultra is the newest top‑tier model in the BERNINA 7 Series - a premium sewing and quilting machine designed for makers who want maximum precision, automation and stitch control. It includes all the features of the 790 PRO plus additional Ultra‑exclusive innovations and is sold without the SDT embroidery module. Machine‑only models are fully equipped for sewing and quilting today, with the option to add embroidery later.

Key Features

  • BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator (BISR) - next‑generation stitch regulation for free‑motion quilting, ruler work and precision stitching.
  • Automatic Stitch Plate Recognition - instantly identifies which stitch plate is installed (9 mm, Straight Stitch, or BISR/5.5 mm).
  • Jumbo Stitch - resize decorative stitches from 25% to 500% without losing quality.
  • 360° Multi‑Directional Sewing - stitch in any direction for advanced decorative work.
  • 3‑Point Placement & Morphing - precision positioning for quilting motifs and decorative designs.
  • Enhanced Computerised Quilting Features - advanced automation for complex quilting tasks.

Feet in the Box?

  • 1 x Reverse-pattern foot #1C
  • 1 x Reverse-pattern foot #1D
  • 1 x Overlock Foot #2A
  • 1 x Buttonhole foot with slide #3A
  • 1 x Zipper foot #4D
  • 1 x Blindstitch foot #5
  • 1 x Jeans Foot #8D
  • 1 x Open Embroidery Foot #20C
  • 1 x Embroidery Foot #26L
  • 1 x Sideways-motion foot #40C

Accessories in the Box?

  • 1 x Soft Cover with pocket
  • 1 x Power cable
  • 1 x Net for thread spool
  • 1 x Embroidery needle assortment SUK
  • 1 x Template holder
  • 1 x Sewing Thread Set
  • 1 x Angular wrench
  • 2 x Screwdriver
  • 1 x Brush
  • 1 x Selection of needles
  • 1 x Seam guide, right
  • 1 x Seam ripper
  • 1 Height compensation tool
  • 5 x Bobbins
  • 2 x Foam pads
  • 1 x Spool cap D43
  • 1 x Spool cap D12
  • 1 x Programmable Foot control
  • 1 x Straight and CutWork Stitch Plate with Sensor
  • 1 x 5.5mm BISR Stitch Plate with Sensor
  • 1 x Freearm Slide-on Table
  • 1 x Seam Guide for Slide-on Table
  • 1 x Knee lifter/Free-Hand System (FHS)
  • 1 x Touchscreen Pen
  • 1 x Sewing Machine Oil
  • 1 x BERNINA Accessory Box

General Features

  • Sewing space to the right of the needle 10”
  • Help Center
  • Automatic Needle Threader
  • BERNINA Pinpoint Laser
  • WiFi
  • BERNINA stitchprecision2 Technology
  • Maximum Stitch Width 9
  • Sideways Motion
  • Stitch Designer
  • Jumbo Stitch
  • BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator (BISR)
  • BSR 3 Mode
  • Customizable Quilt Designs (.bqm files) 120

Sewing & Quilting Features

  • Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute) 1000
  • Maximum Stitch Width 9
  • Maximum Stitch Length 6
  • Adjustable Needle Positions 11
  • Presser Foot Recommendation
  • Presser Foot Selection
  • Sideways Motion
  • Tapering
  • Automatic Buttonhole / Length Measuring System
  • Manual Multi-step Buttonhole
  • Adjustable Buttonhole Slit Width
  • Import/Export Stitches via USB
  • Temporary Altered Stitch Memory
  • History Function (most recently used stitch patterns)
  • Stitch Designer
  • Fit to Screen
  • Drag and Drop
  • Pattern End
  • Elongation
  • Basting Stitch
  • Long Stitch
  • Jumbo Stitch
  • Triple Stitch
  • Undo/Redo in Sewing
  • Continuous Reverse
  • Backstepping
  • Securing Stitches
  • Programmable Securing Function
  • BSR Enabled
  • BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator (BISR)
  • Adjustable minimum stitching speed in BSR/BISR 1 Mode
  • Adjustment of stitch lengths as stitches per inch (SPI) in BSR/BISR
  • BSR 3 Mode
  • KickStart Function
  • Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control)
  • Hopper Mechanism
  • Presser Foot Hover Function
  • Freearm Sewing
  • Monograms (with sideways motion only)
  • Button Sew-On Program
  • Sideways Motion Stitches 171
  • Tassel/Tapering/Skyline Stitch Patterns 28/30
  • Darning Programs 2
  • Balance Setting
  • 360° directional sewing

Cut Type: Fat Quarter

Cut Type: Fat Quarter Our standard width fabric can be cut as a Fat Quarter, measuring 50cm x 1/2 the width of the bolt. Above is an example of how your fabric will be received, depending on the quantity ordered. We also offer a sample service, where you can order 1 single fat quarter of any standard width fabric, to have at home and compare colours. When you are finished, you can send them back to us for a refund (feel free to contact us for more information on this service).

Cut Type: By the Metre

Cut Type: By the Metre Our fabric can be cut as a Long Quarter, measuring a minimum of 25cm x width of bolt. We will supply the fabric as a continuous length (eg; if you bought 1.25m it will be sent as one piece of fabric).

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Bernina 790 Ultra Best Features

Go big with Jumbo Stitch

With the Jumbo Stitch function, the BERNINA 790 ULTRA lets you enlarge stitches up to 500% – perfect for striking decorative effects.

Design and sew stitches in any direction

The B 790 ULTRA elevates your creativity with the Stitch Designer, allowing you to draw and refine your own stitches right on the touch screen. Paired with Sideways Motion, the machine stitches in multiple directions, opening up a new level of freedom for decorative work. This powerful combination lets you bring unique patterns and expressive designs to life with ease and precision.

Built-in Stitch Regulation

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).

FEATURES

Machine TypeSewing & Quilting
Control TypeTouch Screen
SizeLarge
Machine Weight14kg
Workspace10 Inches
Stitches Per Min1000
No. of Stitches2040
Stitch Width9mm
No. of Buttonholes15
1 Step Button Hole Yes
Adjustable Stitch Length Yes
Adjustable Stitch Width Yes
Auto Thread Cutter Yes
Auto Tension Yes
Drop Feed Dogs Yes
Knee Lift Yes
Needle Threader Yes
Needle Up/Down Yes
Stitch Fonts Yes
Mirror Stitch Yes
Start/Stop Button Yes
Stitch Memory Yes
Speed Control Slider Yes
Touch Screen Yes
Front Loading Bobbin Yes
Extension Table Included Yes
USB Port Yes
Optional Embroidery Module Yes
Top Loading BobbinNo
Hard CoverNo

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