Does anyone have a Brother Innovis 4000D embrodiery machine and if so how do you like it? And would 5,020,125 be too many stitches to buy for a used machine?
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I would stand up for Brother machines any time. I can't say for the 4000D, but my machine has over 13,754,323 stitches, and I would put it up against any new machine. I LOVE mine, and wouldn't trade it for anything.
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brother high end embroidery machines get good ratings, I wouldn't be too concerned, the high end ones are built a lot better than the cheap ones, and I have had the cheap sewing ones a long time to despite what some have said
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I have a 4000D and love it...
I just checked my machine and it is showing 5,031,582 stitches.. she runs like a top! :) |
Originally Posted by Dolphyngyrl
brother high end embroidery machines get good ratings, I wouldn't be too concerned, the high end ones are built a lot better than the cheap ones, and I have had the cheap sewing ones a long time to despite what some have said
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I have an Innovis 4000D and absolutely love it. It is at the shop for it's annual cleaning right now so cannot check my stitch count but I'm sure it's higher than that because I make pictures which usually have a stitch count of close to 300,000 to 400,000 stitches in each picture. These are fantastic machines and are real workhouses.
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Thanks so much for the info. I've been looking for a used machine at a good price or a new cheaper one and someone had this one and I was considering it.
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Before you buy that, contact a local dealer - they might have a floor model or even a new one for a comparable price. Never know!
I now have the 4500d - similar to the one you are looking at. My only gripe is that I hate the auto threader. I wish it wasn't there but it is what it is. Once it does decide to thread, it's good to go. I have to do a weird ritual each time I change the thread.. foot down, needle down, needle up, foot up then do the auto threader lol. It's funny that I have an a.d.d. machine but it works great once I have her threaded. Having said that mine doesn't get a lot of use either. I have been too busy with my business to do much for fun and I won't do embroidery for others as I stress out too much if I don't do it right... or the machine sucks in a shirt or something. It is just too stressful for me so I don't do it at all. I think you will be very happy with the Brother 4000. |
I am a stroke victim and I need the needle threader as I shake really bad. I like my 4000d, but I cannot get the settings right for free motion quilting. can anyone help? Suggestions please.
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I have the 4500d and love it. The 4000d is the same machine less a software upgrade and can be brought up to the same level rather easily. I've had absolutely no issues with it at all. I've done garment sewing, embroidery, piecing and FMQ and it's all been a breeze. not picky about thread or needles.
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jdstacey - all you need to do is - drop the feed dogs - set the needle in the centre position - stitch length on 0. If you have an open toe foot, use it, or you might find the embroidery foot will help. Until you get used to free motion just take it steady or you will have rather long stitches.
newborn - I have a 4000, no Disney, and love it. I'm told I wouldn't get $2000 if I sold it, and I think there is a new model out very similar, with a couple of new bells and whistles for $4000. Of course that's Auzzie prices. I believe the 4000D will give you a few more good years yet |
I had a 4000D about 9 years ago. Traded it for the Brother Quattro, which was then traded last fall for the Baby Lock Destiny. I have met the present owner of my old 4000D and it is still running like a dream. I used that machine every day. Never had a problem with it. I had "traders remorse" after I gave it up for the Quattro. I have had both Brother and Baby Lock machines for well over 25 years and have only had one major issue and Brother covered that situation under its warranty. (That was with my 2300). In fact, when it came back from the factory, the computer had been updated and they replace the cover. I swear I could run bailing twine in both my Quattro and the 4000d! The 4000d was one of the quietest machines I have owned. I sewed every type of fabric you could imagine including balsa wood! Yep, sewed like butter. I have no diva machines in my sewing room, they are purchased as tools to use in my craft and I accept nothing less. You will not be disappointed.
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