You want input??:0)I say step out of that arena and go check out the Janome 6600 machine...if you are into embrod. then check out their 10,000. I have a friend that her 30+machine died and wanted to replace it w/what she had too...only to find companies are not making them like they use to. I too wanted to beef up my machine so we both did much homework and both of us were really pleased w/features, performance, etc w/the Janomes. The raves on them are huge and very positive too. I'm not saying any machine is better then another...they are a big investment and we spend much time on them...so do the homework and plug your ears!!:))No matter what store you stand in, you will hear why theirs is better...just find out for yourself. These are our cars!:))Keep us posted on what you decide and why..Skeat