I have an Original GMQ and paid $500 for it about four years ago. I have a 17" machine on mine and have about 14" of quiltable space by removing the center bar and floating the quilt top over the belly bar. With a domestic machine you'll have about 4" of quiltable space. Makes it tough but it can be done. I would also strongly suggest you buy the carriage upgrade. It is so much better than the wooden carriage!!!