I have a Gammill Premier without the stitch regulator and really like it. I haven't had many problems, it stitches very nicely with most threads that I put on it. I had a short arm before so was used to regulating my own stitching. But could see where one might be very nice. They have wonderful tech service, and can help you over the phone with most things. I did try a vision at the MQS in Overland Park this spring and it is a wonderfully smooth machine. I just don't want to work that hard at this point in my life to buy a new one. :)