Just adding to my first thoughts... If you think you want a straight-stitch only machine, then I would say your top 3 choices would be between the Juki TL2010Q, Janome 1600p, and the Brother PQ1500S. I am sure they are all comparable to each other as far as being great high-speed-straight-stitch machines. They all have similar features.
I was able to purchase mine from a dealer about 1 1/2 hours from me. So, I tried out the Janome 1600p and the Juki 2010q. They were both great, but I liked the Juki better...plus I like the look of it better also (metal as opposed to plastic..silly I know).
Good luck with your search. Let us know what yo finally get.
Originally Posted by
Denise S
Last Nov. I puchased a Juki TL2010Q. It is awesome! It is a high speed straight-stitch only machine. I made out 10 rag quilts and 2 twin sized quilts for Christmas. There is no way I could have done that, in such a short amount of time, without this machine. Alot of my research I did on this message board to help me make my decision to purchase the Juki. I did not want a computerized machine with hundreds of stitches that I would never use. I bought it for $899. I would highly recommend it!