HQ Avante vs. Gammill Vision
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Location: Steamboat Springs, CO
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I have recently retired and am about to take the plunge and purchase a midarm quilting machine. I have narrowed it down to either the Avante or the Vision. I am seeking advice on the pros and cons of each. Thanks!
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Location: Michigan
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You need a lot more room than you think! You need to be able to walk around the machine, front, back and, depending on the frame, one or both sides. I have about 2' on 3 sides and that seems to work. I can still get access to one side to get to the rollers. Casters are available for some machines, but if you get a stitch regulator or computer, you will need to be mindful of keeping the frame level every time you move it.
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I have a new studio that is about 20x20, so room won't be a problem...just planning workspaces.
I live about 180 miles from the nearest dealer for each. Did you have the dealer do the setup, or did you do it yourself.
Until 8/1 the Vision is about $9,000 on sale with a pro table.
The Avante is about $10,000 with a studio table.
The features are about the same for each.
I understand that Gammill requires classes before delivery.
I have been watching every tutorial I can find and am pretty machine and computer savy.
I live about 180 miles from the nearest dealer for each. Did you have the dealer do the setup, or did you do it yourself.
Until 8/1 the Vision is about $9,000 on sale with a pro table.
The Avante is about $10,000 with a studio table.
The features are about the same for each.
I understand that Gammill requires classes before delivery.
I have been watching every tutorial I can find and am pretty machine and computer savy.
#10
Originally Posted by nana2madmax
I have a new studio that is about 20x20, so room won't be a problem...just planning workspaces.
I live about 180 miles from the nearest dealer for each. Did you have the dealer do the setup, or did you do it yourself.
Until 8/1 the Vision is about $9,000 on sale with a pro table.
The Avante is about $10,000 with a studio table.
The features are about the same for each.
I understand that Gammill requires classes before delivery.
I have been watching every tutorial I can find and am pretty machine and computer savy.
I live about 180 miles from the nearest dealer for each. Did you have the dealer do the setup, or did you do it yourself.
Until 8/1 the Vision is about $9,000 on sale with a pro table.
The Avante is about $10,000 with a studio table.
The features are about the same for each.
I understand that Gammill requires classes before delivery.
I have been watching every tutorial I can find and am pretty machine and computer savy.
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