Janome MB-4S Multi-Needle Embroidery Machine

Janome MB-4S Multi-Needle Embroidery Machine

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Janome MB-4S Multi-Needle Embroidery Machine

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  • Professional-style 4-needle embroidery machine built for stepping up from single-needle embroidery.
  • EMBROIDERY AREA: 9.4” x 7.9” field — ideal for garments, bags, jackets, and larger layouts.
  • KEY FEATURES: 4 needles, 5.7” RCS screen, and Tajima hoop compatibility.
  • SPEED: Up to 800 stitches per minute — steady performance for multi-color designs and longer stitch-outs.
  • PROJECT CAPABILITY: Handles everything from lightweight blanks to garments, bags, and structured embroidery projects.
  • Check out Hoop Tech's compatible Embroidery Machine Stand.
  • Ready for more? Step up to the Janome MB-7 for additional needles and fewer thread changes.
  • Scroll down for the complete list of features, specifications, and included accessories.

Key Features

  • 4-Needle Professional-Style Embroidery Machine: Single-head design allows multiple thread colors to stay loaded for efficient multi-color embroidery.
  • 50 Built-In Designs + 10 Fonts: Includes lettering and monogramming options for personalization.
  • 2 & 3 Letter Monogramming: Easily create custom monograms for garments and gifts.
  • Maximum Embroidery Area: 9.4” x 7.9” gives you space for larger layouts and detailed designs.
  • USB Design Transfer: Import embroidery designs easily using USB connectivity.
  • Embroidery Speed up to 800 SPM: Provides steady performance for multi-color designs and longer stitch-outs.
  • Embroidery Format Compatibility: Supports .jef+, .jef, and .dst formats for expanded design options.
  • On-Screen Editing Features: Resize, rotate, flip, zoom, arc, combine, and re-edit designs directly on the machine.
  • Programmable Jump Thread Trimming: Reduces manual trimming for cleaner and faster embroidery.
  • Flexible Stitch Traveling: Move through designs easily for precise positioning adjustments.
  • Auto Return After Thread Break: Resume stitching where it stopped without restarting the design.
  • Adjustable Hoop Positioning: Fine-tune design placement for more accurate embroidery alignment.
  • Thread Brand Compatibility: Works with Janome, Robison-Anton, Madeira, Mettler, and more.
  • Upper Thread & Presser Foot Sensors: Alerts you to issues for smoother, uninterrupted stitching.
  • Stitch-Out Time Indicator & Counter: Track progress and monitor embroidery efficiency.
  • Embroidery Area Tracing: Preview design placement before stitching for better accuracy.
  • Standard Hoops Included: M1 (9.4” x 7.9”), M2 (5” x 4.3”), M3 (50mm x 50mm) for versatile project sizes.
  • Optional Hat Hoop Compatibility: Expand your capabilities for cap and specialty embroidery.
  • 5.7” Remote Computer Screen (RCS): Provides clear control and easy navigation of embroidery functions.
  • Extra-Large Bobbin: 1.4x larger than standard bobbins for longer stitching between changes.
  • 4 LED Lights Over Needle Area: Bright illumination for better visibility and precision while stitching.

The Janome MB-4S Multi-Needle Embroidery Machine is a 4-needle embroidery machine designed for makers who are ready to move up from a single-needle machine and want more efficiency built into their workflow. It's a great fit for home embroiderers creating multi-color designs who want to spend less time rethreading and more time stitching.

What makes the MB-4S stand out is the 4-needle setup. You can keep up to four thread colors loaded at once, allowing the machine to handle color changes automatically — creating a smoother embroidery process with fewer interruptions and making the MB-4S an approachable first step into multi-needle embroidery.

The 9.4" x 7.9" embroidery area and free arm design give you flexibility across garments, bags, and personalized projects. The free arm makes it easier to embroider sleeves, cuffs, and smaller openings, while the larger field provides room for more detailed and creative layouts.

Features like the independent bobbin winding motor, jumbo bobbin, jump thread trimming, and auto return after thread break help reduce interruptions during longer stitch-outs. Combined with the 5.7" Remote Computer Screen (RCS), the MB-4S delivers a more efficient and user-friendly embroidery experience compared to single-needle machines.

We recommend the Janome MB-4S for embroiderers who have outgrown a single-needle machine and want a true increase in speed, efficiency, and multi-color capability without stepping into a larger commercial system. If you're ready for even more color capacity and a smoother path through complex multi-color designs, the Janome MB-7 is the natural next step.

9.4” x 7.9”

Max Embroidery Size

3

Hoops Included

50

built-in Designs

10

Monogrammed Fonts

5.7” Remote Computer Screen

Screen

USB, USB Host

Design Transfer

Yes

Embroidery Area Tracing

.JEF, .JEF+, .DST

Embroidery Formats

Up to 800 SPM

Embroidery Speed

4

Number of Needles

DBxK5

Needle System

14.4” x 25.2” x 20.5”

Machine Dimensions
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RCS Unit

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RCS Unit

  • The Janome RCS (Remote Computer Screen) unit is a standalone LCD color touch screen used primarily to control and operate Janome's multi-needle embroidery machines.
  • It allows you to select designs, edit layouts, and monitor embroidery progress.
  • Features a built-in USB port to easily upload embroidery designs from a flash drive.
  • It can be mounted directly on the embroidery machine's articulating arm or detached to use as a free-standing controller.
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Embroidery Needle Set

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Embroidery Needle Set

  • This set contains 10 DBxK5Q1-NY #11 embroidery needles.
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Thread Snips

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Thread Snips

  • Designed for precision and durability, the 3.5″ thread snips are lightweight and crafted from high-quality stainless steel.
  • The gentle curve at the end makes it easy to cut extremely close to the fabric or embroidery design, without cutting into it.
  • Perfect for accurate trimming of loose thread on any project.
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Lint Brush

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Lint Brush

  • Perfect for cleaning around the bobbin, the feed dogs and any other accessible areas.
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Seam Ripper

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Seam Ripper

  • The standard seam ripper included with most machines.
  • Also known as a buttonhole opener.
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Needle Threader

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Needle Threader

  • An ideal accessory for easier threading of your sewing machine needles.
  • One end of this handy threader has a hook which enables easier threading. The other end has a hole which you can drop your needle into making it easier to hold it whilst you insert it into your machine.
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Large Spool Cap Set

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Large Spool Cap Set

  • This set contains five large spool caps.
  • Spool caps prevent the leading thread from catching the head of the spool while the machine is running. In general it helps the thread properly unwind.
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Spool Net Set

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Spool Net Set

  • This set contains 9 spool nets.
  • Spool nets help to keep your thread in place and prevent it from tangling during your sewing projects.
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Triangle Screwdriver

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Triangle Screwdriver

  • Specialized, three-sided tool used to easily remove the needle plate, tighten the needle clamp, and access the feed dogs.
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Small Screwdriver

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Small Screwdriver

  • Small screwdriver to help remove needles and other accessories from your machine.
  • Screwdrivers should be used to tighten or loosen screws when needed gently.
  • Never over-tighten, and never use power tools on Janome machines.
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Offset Screwdriver

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Offset Screwdriver

  • The Janome Offset Screwdriver delivers precision and convenience for sewing projects.
  • It efficiently loosens and tightens needle plate screws, tape binder screws, and other small fasteners.
  • Use it to attach, adjust, and remove embroidery hoop attachment arms for the Janome MB4, MB4S, and MB7.
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Tweezers

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Tweezers

  • These stainless steel tweezers are ideal for removing unwanted threads, easily inserting machine needles, removing bits of paper when doing paper piecing, and more!
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Jumbo Metal Bobbin Set

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Jumbo Metal Bobbin Set

  • Set includes five bobbins.
  • The jumbo metal bobbin holds 40% more thread than traditional L sized bobbins.
  • More thread on the bobbin allows you to keep sewing longer without interruption. This is extremely useful while performing high speed stitching.
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Spool Rest Set

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Spool Rest Set

  • This set contains five spool rests.
  • Also called spool supporters, these are a specialized accessory designed to hold thread spools securely.
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Felt Ring Set

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Felt Ring Set

  • This set contains five large felt rings and five small felt rings.
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Thread Guide Bar Unit

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Thread Guide Bar Unit

  • The thread guide bar is responsible for properly aligning and maintaining tension on all 4 threads before they enter the upper tension discs and needle bars.
  • Proper placement and threading are critical for avoiding tension issues and thread breaks.
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Thread Guide Pole Set

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Thread Guide Pole Set

  • This set contains two thread guide poles.
  • The thread guide pole sits at the back of the machine, keeping multi-colored embroidery threads untangled and at consistent tension.
  • Proper threading through this pole allows your machine to auto-switch between all four needles without thread breakage.
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Thread Spool Stand

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Thread Spool Stand

  • The thread spool stand allows for trouble free embroidery when using multiple colors of embroidery thread.
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Embroidery Hoop M1

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Embroidery Hoop M1

  • This large hoop comes standard and is designed specifically for the MB4 & MB7 multi-needle embroidery machines.
  • Dimensions: 9.4″ x 7.9″ / 240mm x 200mm.
  • Includes template.
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Embroidery Hoop M2

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Embroidery Hoop M2

  • This hoop comes standard and is designed specifically for the MB4 & MB7 multi-needle embroidery machines.
  • Dimensions: 5″ x 4.3″ / 126mm x 110mm.
  • Includes template.
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Embroidery Hoop M3

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Embroidery Hoop M3

  • Dimensions: 2″ x 2″ / 50mm x 50mm.
  • Includes template.
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Lettering Hoop Holder

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Lettering Hoop Holder

  • Easily change out your lettering hoops without screws.
  • Note: Pictured with the J4 No. 8 hoop (not included).
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Setscrew A

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Setscrew A

  • Comes with 3 long setscrews.
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Setscrew B

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Setscrew B

  • Comes with 2 screws.
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Setscrew C

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Setscrew C

  • Comes with 2 screws.
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Spool Pin Set

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Spool Pin Set

  • Comes with nine spool pins.
  • The spool pin holds standard thread cones on the machine's upper thread rack.
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Machine Oil

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Machine Oil

  • Reduces friction, prevents overheating, minimizes wear, and keeps the machine running smoothly and quietly.
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Accessory Box

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Accessory Box

  • Organize extra presser feet, spool pins, and other accessories with ease.
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USB Cable

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USB Cable

  • The Janome USB transfer cable allows you to directly connect your Janome embroidery machine to a computer via a USB.
  • This direct connection cable allows you to send unique embroidery designs from your computer to your machine in seconds.

User Manual

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User Manual

  • A paper copy of the user manual is provided and includes several language options.
  • We encourage you to take the time to read your manual thoroughly, as every machine has a learning curve — regardless of your sewing experience. After all, technology is always evolving!
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Power Supply Cable

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Power Supply Cable

  • This power cord is for 120V compatible in both the United States and Canada.
Embroidery Supplies

Having the right tools while creating your projects can optimize your time and give you crisper, cleaner results. Offering all different kinds of scissors, tape, and more, we are here to help you succeed!

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Glide 40wt. Threads

Glide 40wt thread offers a silky sheen without the lint. Made in the USA from 100% polyester, it’s strong, smooth, and ideal for quilts, bags, and more — available in 300+ vibrant colors.

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Stabilizer

Stabilizer is key to bringing your embroidery designs to life. Without the proper stabilization, your designs may look flat or dull, or the stitch quality may suffer. Stock up on stabilizer so you can always be prepared.

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