I have had the Janome MemoryCraft 8000 and 9000. Traded them in for the Janome 350E and 6600P. I like the ability to embroider and sew at the same time. If you like this capability, this is the route to go. Until you really make a committment to embroidery, then go for a lower end or used machine, then you can trade your machine in on an upgraded unit.