New BERNINA B990 First Look

We just left BERNINA University and we were able to play on this absolutely amazing machine. We are looking forward to showing everyone this machine can do.
My favorite features are;
stitch plate recognition
computer mouse compatibility
large 10" touch screen
built tin multi-spool holder
multiple longer design formate compatibility
14" throat space
quicker even more reliable automatic needle threader
building in stitch regulator BISR
The list goes on and on!!!

[@saraabozeid923]

23000 dollars. Thing should cook and clean for that much.

[@Whatsnormal637]

Haute couture designer 🤺💐

[@venittamccall6619]

Happy Sunday Cody!!!! Thanks so much for your time during BU--looking forward to your B990 videos. LOVE this machine!!!!!

[@nola-gurl9595]

Thank you Cody … great demo !

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

So happy to share 🥰

[@susie4248]

You are the first reviewer of the 990 out of 5 that I regularly follow that has mentioned the mouse and it's capabilities. Bernina USA owes you...To me, it is a game changer. Thank you..

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Oh my when I first found out the machine could use a mouse a couple of months ago I knew I had to play with that feature because I knew from experience that my finger isn’t always the best when selecting things and this machine with its much larger screen that a mouse was going to be a game changer. However when I went into use the mouse and really saw it in action. WOW!!! It’s honestly no different than using a mouse with your computer but being able to use it in almost 100% of the features of the machine is incredible. 🤩🤩

[@puterpam]

Great demo! You have shown important features--like the mouse- that I had not seen before. Thank you!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

The mouse will change so many things makes it even easier to navigate the machine and keeps the screen nice and clean of finger prints. 😍😍

[@linkedh]

@@sewingwithcodyandpete8651 We are going to start losing the mouse now... I can predict it.

[@annethevenot461]

Great video covering a fabulous new sewing machine, but where am I going to get $24,000?

[@pilkjaer]

You know, that you really only need one kidney, right? 🤣

[@maryehrhardt5882]

Another one saying your review is the best! This machine is beyond what I imagined.

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

You and me both the machine “I’m not go say it brought me to tears” haha but it blew me away. You know I’ve waited a long time for this beauty 🥰🥰🥰

[@irisnaderi358]

Totally agree this is the best review I’ve seen. Love this new Bernina and all its capabilities! Thanks Cody!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Wish I had more time, you know me I can talk for hours about my machines 😊😊😊

[@trinacairns9509]

@@sewingwithcodyandpete8651 And you know us - we are delighted to listen to you talking about them! When is the machine being delivered to US-American dealers/purchasers (we in Europe have to wait until October - ooh the irony, given that the B990 is coming from Switzerland)? Maybe we can live vicariously through you some more until then.

[@MarkCampbell553]

Best review out there! And I've watched them all. Thanks.

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Thank you. While I was editing, I saw how fast I was talking and all of the background noise I felt really bad. But I was so exacted and I knew I didn’t have a lot of time to talk about it.

[@trinacairns9509]

@@sewingwithcodyandpete8651 The background noise on yours wasn't anywhere near as bad as in other KZbin videos made by other enthusiastic attendees, don't worry a bit. If we find out more from you because you talked at 234789 km/hr, that can only be a Good Thing.

[@monicagerard8566]

I was looking for a video from you - Love them! Thank you for this video. I bet you had a marvelous time.

[@NemoMeImpuneLacessitNevermore]

Thank you SEW much for this amazing overview!! I love that you “don’t know when to stop talking!” It’s so helpful! 😂❤

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

I’m very happy you enjoyed the video 🥰. I hope to bring many more videos on this machine soon as I can

[@chiaramax2]

Wow...this is the most comprehensive review I have seen yet! I have been waiting for a review like this. Especially loved your demo of the use of the mouse. Can't wait to see your future videos. You're fantastic, thank you!!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

You’re welcome. So happy you enjoyed the video. I can’t wait to have it to dive deeper into the machine in videos. The machine blew my mind it checked all of my boxes.

[@judithrowe2647]

Hello Cody! Thank you for this video. It is a great review, and I am blown away by the features of this new Bernina! It was a pleasure to meet you at the airport yesterday. Take care and be well.

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

It was such a pleasure meeting you in the airport 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@delektaa]

Thank you for showing off the new features that actually make a difference! Not just the gimmicks like everyone else at BU. I’m excited to see what this new BISR technology means for the Q series 👀

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Thank you very much. I like to focus on features that will be used regularly and features that truly make the experience better. The Q series especially the Q20-24 still have speed and size while on the frame but the W 16 sit down I know will probably take a hit. Especially for customers that don’t have the room for it.

[@shannonofpa7499]

Excellent demo Cody. Just love how you are technically savvy, yet obviously personable! Did Bernina comment on being able to use designs created in DesignWork (discontinued) e.g. PaintWork and CrystalWork?

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Thank you 🥰. You know on just love these machines. No they did not mention anything about design works. Only thing mentioned was cutwork. Again glad you enjoyed can’t wait to get more content out 🥰

[@cynthiacarter532]

Like the basic, simple 2 dials for stitch length and width. The screen is larger than my iPad's. The price is crazy high though.

[@Timmythechin]

I can see the huge screen getting annoying when you have to try to thread the thing or wind a bobbin. It looks like you have to stand up to do that.

[@esperansaloughran693]

I ditto that emotion, I think I going to trade in my Q20, that I love, but I said that about my 790 plus for the 790 pro....decisions...who knew.... Thank you so much Cody! You are so brilliant❤

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Aww thanks. You know I love making and sharing the machines with everyone. When I sat down to free motion quilt on the 990 I felt like I was at a Q series machine. It was incredibly smooth. I was blown away by the BISR. Major improvement over the traditional BSR on the domestic machine. Don’t get me wrong the Q series can stitch much faster. But for those of us who don’t have the room for two machines this will truly be a game changer. So excited!!

[@sandrakramer2642]

How much does it weigh? Do you think the screen is going to be klunky when ur changing threads? Love that mouse function and the scanning.

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

The machine weights 41lbs from what I was told it’s just about 2lbs heavier than the 880. They spent a lot of time reducing the weight since it was going to be larger. The screen is VERY secure and very well built it’s actually metal so is the base of the machine. However since the screen does stick up if your machine is sitting on the top of your sewing cabinet and not dropped down also depending on the height of your chair you might have to stand up to thread the machine. When we were sewing on it in class the chairs we were sitting on were very low so we did have to stand up to thread but it was the worst case scenarios sewing experienced table were high and chairs were very low. So I honestly think it will depend on sewing situation and the customer height will determine how difficult it will be to thread. The video just scratched the surface of its features. I can’t wait to share them all 😍.

[@sandrakramer2642]

Thanks for that fast reply! Getting the heavy machines back and forth to classes is the biggest reason I don't know how to use all my 770 functions. I got one of those sweet Kaffe turquoise machines and I love the ease of use and weight. It's much better for piecing too. Your videos are great and I love that u are honest about pros and cons.

[@ss2short]

Great video Cody! You’ve given the best look of all. You went into embroidery features I was wondering about and as I have QMatic with hundreds of stitches I’m thrilled to be able to use. I do hope someday it can connect to my google drive and retrieve files. Can’t wait to get mine. #188

[@andreasaffell6918]

Thats because it IS an integrated computer on a sewing machine. They’ve been doing this for years on may pieces of equipment. They don’t cost 23,000.00 for them either. 😉

[@andreasaffell6918]

I absolutely Love this machine . Very disappointed and fed up with this sort of pricing . I cant imagine if you could even trade it in for another machine. Or lets say a Brother or whatever. It probably would never sell.. or be able to trade in. Its like when computers were new the cost 12,000.00 tops in the 80’s. All this type of software has been out for a while.. it’s just new for Bernina. Brother has had this sort of simplicity out on the Luminaire for 6 years. They only charged what 14,000? You got all the hoops etc. built in camera .. etc etc. im just do upset that i have waited for this and NEVER in my wildest dreams thought nor can I conceive that price tag.. its not even justifiable .. Im quitting! Im done. Its not fun anymore when it empty’s your pocketbook and not a price that ALL can afford to enjoy.. equally. Goodbye bernina

[@skirry48]

Your review was so informative! Thank you!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

You’re so welcome. Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it. 🥰

[@stephaniemize321]

Great review Cody and it’s an amazing machine.

[@ARKENCIEL1]

Hi from France ! Great video as usual Cody and for sure the most usefull than I saw these last days about this new Bernina 990 !

[@loriannpayne4483]

Love your videos Cody! My charter # is 348. I can hardly wait! So many new/amazing features. Wow. I’m trading in my 880 but as much as I love my 790 Pro, I’m half tempted to trade that one in for another 990. Seriously in love with this machine. Keep those awesome videos coming. I literally stopped watching the other Bernina video I had on when I saw yours come through! Hugs from Oregon.

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Aww thank you 🥰. Oh you’ve got an early number awesome!!! You will see your machine in July most likely. If you have the space you might want to trade the 790 pro in haha unless you want to take it to classes since it’s a little more portable. But you will find yourself looking for the mouse when you go to the 990 haha. Using the mouse just seems so natural for us now. I am so anxious to get my hands on the 990 again to make more videos 🥰🥰. Thanks for following and supporting my channel.

[@michellefrothingham4275]

I agree… magic!! Thank you, Cody… very clear, thorough and easy to follow instructional guidelines 🙌👏👏👏

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Thank you so much for such kind words. I love my machines and want to share them with the world and I want to teach anyone who will listen to me. I apologize for all of the background noise in the video but I was just so excited to have the opportunity to film for as long as I did. 😃

[@TheDelightgrl]

WoW, first I’ve learned of the mouse feature! 😊

[@apriljaehn2027]

What an incredible deep dive into this magnificent machine! Thank you for pushing as much as possible into the time you gave us. I’m number 365 and am positively giddy with all the features!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Awe thank you. I was dying to get y’all as much good information as I could. I was lucky I had the time with no interruptions to get this video. I felt like I was talking fast but I didn’t have much time but I kept talking. Haha. 🥰

[@esperansaloughran693]

Wow Cody! Just the info I needed!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

I wish I had more time to film more. There is so much it’s fantastic!! 🥰

[@Laura-df8lv]

Awesome tutorial!!! Thank you!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

You’re welcome 😀

[@vallywills9652]

Fantastic demo… too bad I need a new car.. This beautiful machine is so amazing. Yes I would love to own one. 💕

[@janeniewoehner1847]

I agree, this was one of the most informative reviews I have seen. You touched on so many important features I haven’t seen yet. Thank you!

[@LarryD766]

❤ thank you very much for this wonderful and informative review of this spectacular new machine ❤

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you very much for watching 🥰

[@gaylewest-grimley2052]

Thanks for the detailed review. My machine embroidery projects require many thread color changes & the large tablet seems like it would be in the way. I currently have the Brother Luminaire XP3 & thread changes are quick & easy. Beyond that, the machine looks amazing & offers many features I would love!

[@pilkjaer]

Considering the price, it could support bluetooth peripherals. I don't see why they can't come up with a Bluetooth pedal(s) that you could use. Color scheme has a lot to be desired as well. I hope there will be some special editions of it as well. If Bernina was really an IT company (which they are not), they could add a feature where you could use a "Bernina app" to be able to use your phone/tablet as a second screen. It could be done wired or even wirelessly. Imagine being able to make it retroactive on already existing models. One could even add a HDMI output so one could use any screen size you want. In combination with mouse it would be perfect for sewing classes. Not to mention streaming from all those cameras that take pictures. You could use your external screen as a magnifying glass (like you do with digital microscopes). I think big missed opportunity was not to add any extra features. You are basically running an Android app on that screen at this point. I think it could be awesome if you had an option to open a PDF file or KZbin video on the screen so that you could read instructions or follow tutorial video at the same time as you sew. If anyone want to try out using mouse with your sewing machine, you can download a Bernina simulator for your model and try it out. It's really handy. You can also use it to learn more about your machine or refresh on some of the features. I hope that Bernina will release that help center as a website and for all their models. Cody, do I see correctly that there is no more question mark icon on the side? You mentioned that now there is a text under the buttons (which is great) but help text that you can get with "question mark" contains not only the name of the button. It also contained a lot of very helpful information (ex. not only the name of the stitch but also usage examples or stich size recommendations). Or does Bernina thinks that if you get a sewing machine for 24K you are supposed to know by heart all the stitches and how/when to use them!? Have you noticed any glare on the screen? I think it might be an issue depending on your lighting situation. Too bad they didn't make that screen retractable/rotating. Considering the weight of the machine I don't expect you to travel much with it. But if you are to move it around, I fear that screen can get damaged/scratched easily. I 3D printer a screen cover for my 570QE and it has a scree that is fraction of the size that B990 has. Unfortunately, it seem unavoidable that 1090 or 1190 will have just one huge screen and 1-2 buttons. This reminds me of how cars degraded. I liked how 3-series had a simple, efficient and purpose built interface. 5-series has more features so bigger screen is handy. But I think that's where I draw the line. At this stage, if you are working with such advanced features and you need all that real estate, one could just connect sewing machine to a PC and use it from there. One could integrate it into digitizing software or have a dedicated app/software. I wish Bernina "opened up" their machines so that one could create custom theme and layout for them and integrate them into different software more easily. This will also extend the life of the machines as software will become outdated fast and it will perform slower and slower.

[@CWC101771]

Best review yet! Love the mouse highlight!

[@jod4365]

Great video, thank you. You convinced me to get this machine.

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

I said I didn’t need one at the house because I can play with it while I’m at the shop but now I am reconsidering it. After my first class with it I fell in love. After the second class that’s when I decided it was just not amazing its the ultimate machine 🤩🤩🤩

[@System624]

This is the only video presentation that shows how Bernina engineers have finally integrated FULLY their software into the machine and no longer is a laptop or computer required. @BerninaAG and @BerninaUSA owe you huge Cody. I keep coming back to this video and watching it in increments because you are showing so many amazing features how they can be utilized and combined and this is all ad-lib, off the cuff, so bravo brother! Can't wait for your North American Tour! Come to Canada! ✌️

[@joannecava2418]

Great review - you are the first to show the mouse

[@Whatsnormal637]

First to demonstrate mouse 👍 🤺💐

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

It’s a game changer 🤩

[@andreacasavan242]

I Love it

[@lexycorreia]

Best review thus far! I understand that there were time limitations given for people to do videos and so I've watched many as most touched on various points of the machine but many were repetitive. I've subscribed and looking forward to more reviews/information in future videos on this phenomenal machine!

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

Thank you. I could have sat in front of that machine and talked for hours and I will when I get it haha. It’s so amazing everyone is going to love it. 😍

[@jamesemanner9671]

Yes, marvelous integrated firmware/software. However, what about the internals? Sealed ball bearings to replace the archaic bushing bearings? A servo/stepper motor versus a brush-type drive motor?

[@Lisa-rm9ev]

Cody, this is the best review I've seen so far, bar none. Your video has sold me on this machine. Thank you for not repeating the features that left me sitting on the fence. Looking forward to your future videos on the 990 and continuing with the 790PRO.

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

I am in love with this machine and can’t wait to start making videos 😍😍😍😍. You’re going to love it. 😍

[@wendybain4300]

What does BQM mean?

[@sewingwithcodyandpete8651]

It stands for Bernina Q-Matic. It’s a longarm file extension just like .exp for embroidery

[@Therealgirlinthedesert]

This intro music MUST go! Oye