I just invested 2300 for a strait stitch with a king size table and a stitch regulator. Can only do small pantograms around 4 or 5 inches. It cost me 150 to have it deliverd and set up. Will get it on the 29th.
I wanted to deal with a local shop for future service and repairs. The stitch regulator alone was 499.
This way if I ever have the money for a long arm at least I will have the table already.