I have 3 Janome machines and i absolutely LOVE them! I bought smaller one just to have a freearm. my 6600 is my constant companion and it will do more than I have been smart enough to figure out. I am blessed to have some wonderful ladies at the shop where I bought my 2nd and 3rd Janome and when I have any question they are just a phone call away!! They encouraged me to sit and sew on the 6600 before I made up my mind to buy.