if you are dreaming of a larget throat space i would look into getting a used Janome 6500 or 6600. it has a 9" throat space, does everyting including embroidary and I'm getting a used one for $600 tomorrow!!!!! Call your local dealer... mines selling me his used machine. he got the horizon 7700 and said the 6500 is his "baby" and he's sad to see her go so I'm sure he took good care of her :)