I have the Hobby 1200 also. I've been looking at the possibility of moving up to a larger machine. I've heard very good things about the ABM Innova machines and am leaning in that direction. They have 3 models from 18" on up to 26". You can get the 18" model with frame for around $9K, which I believe is comparable in price to the Pfaff. And I thnk the Innova frame is sturdier.