Why Choose the Janome MB-4S?
The Janome MB-4S is a perfect fit for both home embroidery enthusiasts and small business owners who want to increase productivity. Unlike single-needle machines, the MB-4S offers commercial-grade performance in a compact design that fits easily into a home or studio workspace. With automatic thread trimming, flexible stitch traveling, and powerful editing features, you can complete projects faster without sacrificing stitch quality.
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FAQs
Q: Who is the Janome MB-4S best for?
A: Perfect for home-based businesses, embroidery hobbyists, and small shops that need professional embroidery power in a compact machine.
Q: What file formats does the MB-4S support?
A: The MB-4S reads .JEF, .JEF+, and .DST embroidery formats for maximum compatibility.
Q: Does it come with hoops?
A: Yes, three standard hoops are included, and optional hat hoops are available.
Key Features
- Single Head Four needle professional-style embroidery machine
- 50 built-in designs
- 10 fonts for monogramming
- 2 and 3 letter monogramming
- Maximum embroidery size: 9.4″ x 7.9″ / 238mm x 200mm
- Design transfer by USB, USB host
- Embroidery sewing speed up to 800spm
- Embroidery format capability: .jef+, .jef, and .dst
- Editing functions include enlarge/reduce, rotate, turnover, drag and drop, re-edit, zoom, arc, combine
- Programmable jump thread trimming
- Flexible stitch travelling
- Auto return post thread break
- Adjustable hoop positioning
- Thread brand selection includes Janome, Robison-Anton, Madeira, Mettler
- Upper thread and presser foot sensors
- Stitch-out time indicator
- Stitch counter
- Embroidery area tracing
- Standard Hoops: M1: 9.46” x 7.88” , M2: 5” x 4.3”,  M3: 50mm x 50mm, Hat Hoop: Optional
- 5.7″ Remote Computer Screen (RCS)
- Extra large bobbin is 1.4 times larger than a regular bobbin
- 4 White LED lamps over needle area
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Included Accessories
- Hoop M1 (240 x 200)
- Hoop M2 (126 x 110)
- Hoop M3 (50 x 50)
- Bobbins
- Needle (DB x K5Q1-NY)
- Needle Threader
- Felt Ring (large)
- Felt Ring (small)
- Hoop Supporter
- Spool Caps
- Spool Net
- Spool Pin
- Spool Rest
- Spool Stand
- Lint Brush
- Thread Guide Bar
- Thread Guide Pole
- Tweezers
- Seam Ripper
- Scissors
- Offset Screwdriver
- Screwdriver (large)
- Screwdriver (small)
- Set screw
- Accessory Box
- Oiler
- Power Supply Cable
- Instruction Book
- Instructional CD-ROM
Janome Embroidery Formats
| *.Jan |
The “Master Data” file created in Digitizer MBX V4.5 and earlier versions. Made up of: • Object data • Thread color • Fill pattern • Density • Dimensions |
| *.Emb |
The “Master Data” file created in Digitizer MBX V5 and onward. Made up of: • Object data • Thread color • Fill pattern • Density • Dimensions |
| *.Jef |
A “Stitch Data” file and the default format for all Janome/Elna embroidery machines. Made up of: • Machine readable files • Coordinates to move the hoop • Instruction for every stitch in the design |
| *.Jef+ |
An editable “Stitch Data” file created in the machine or Horizon Link/Suite. Features: • Recognition of larger hoops than earlier Janome generations • Combines multiple *.jef files that can be moved, rotated, resized, etc. individually • Older generations permanently grouped designs after editing • Designs sent from the machine or Horizon Link/Suite to computer/USB are *.jef+ |
| *.Jpx |
Contains exclusive information for special functions (Cutwork, AcuFil, graphics). • Requires Digitizer MBX V4+ to create • Automatically written by Digitizer or AcuFil to USB • Contains both stitch data and a background image (.jpeg) • Allows HMC12000 and HMC15000 to display fabric images for accurate positioning |







