gail=r,
thanks for all the info you are providing, very helpful for us that are looking for an embroidery machine. My dealer has offered me the Sophia 2. How would you compare it to the Ellegante you have described? the Sophia 2 new is about $2000. I know it has a USB type A (not sure what type A means)
I believe the loop is 4x4 with option of one a little bit larger.
I want to buy a machine that I won't need to change for years to come. I do have a Pfaff for quilting with the IDF which I won't change for nothing in the world (well, unless there was a machine with the IDF and stitch regulator.
Looking forward for your input adn thanks in advance
andrea