I just ordered the Brotherpq1500s online from Sew Vac Direct - $599 no tax and free shipping via UPS. Should be here next Wed or Thursday.
I too had looked at the various machines, this was the best price for the machine.
I would have had to wait till October to get the Babylock @ $949 plus tax here in town.
The Juki's and Janome were $700 and up.
Have fun with your new machine.