I'm not sure there is such a thing as a "high end" Brother. They're sold in lower end box stores like K-mart, Wal-mart, places like that and most of the internal parts are plastic. Baby Locks are excellent machines..... that's what Eleanor Burns always uses. I would recommend a Baby Lock. There are so many styles and varying price ranges I'm sure you'd be able to find one you like for the amount of cash you have to spend. Also.... I'm not sure a repair man would be able to service a Brother if need be.