I finally got to see one in use. It was at the quilt show I went to on Friday. It was an HQ18 Avante. Now I must admit that I don't know a thing about it. The lady there encouraged me to try it. She said " I know you want to ." of course I did. It was wonderful, so easy to use. She also had the HQ Fusion and the HQ Sixteen Sit Down. I was so in love, but of course I had to leave so other people could give it a try. For all of you that have a long arm quilter, I am envieous. I want one. Maybe some day. ;-)