Next Wave Shark HD510 CNC Router
Next Wave Automation
Best for: Woodworkers who want a larger turnkey CNC with included software and US-based support
Typical starting price
$2,500Editorial baseline for this machine
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Where to buy
Bundle from $2,500 · checked Apr 12
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Quick verdict
The Next Wave Shark HD510 is the mid-range model in the Shark HD lineup, offering a 711x914mm work area that is wide enough for most woodworking projects. Like all Shark HD machines, it includes a Makita router and VCarve Desktop software. The steel frame and precision-ground rails provide good rigidity for woodworking tasks. At $2500, it competes with machines like the Onefinity Woodworker and Shapeoko 5 Pro, which offer different advantages. The Shark HD510's selling point is the complete package -- router, software, and support included -- requiring no additional purchases to start cutting.
Who this fits best
Woodworkers who want a larger turnkey CNC with included software and US-based support
Where it wins
- VCarve Desktop software included ($350 value)
- Router included for out-of-box operation
- Generous 711x914mm work area for woodworking projects
- Steel rails and robust frame for good rigidity
- US-based phone support from Next Wave
Where it falls short
- Proprietary controller limits software flexibility
- Smaller community than Shapeoko, X-Carve, or Onefinity
- Pricey compared to kit-based alternatives with similar work areas
- Limited upgrade options within the Shark ecosystem
- Assembly is straightforward but the machine is heavy
Specifications
711 × 914 mm
6499 cm²
710W
Makita RT0701C Trim Router (included)
42 kg
$2,500
premium
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