I have a Janome Magnolia computerized one for piecing and regular sewingans Babylock Melody for quilting and decorative. I also keep my GD Janome Helly Kitty mechanical one at my house while she is learning. Love my Janome's very reliable. But do use good thread. They hate C&C. I have the large wxtension tray w/the Babylock leave the walking foor on ir most of the time. I used to have a couole of vintage cabinet machines but sadly had to sell them when I moved. Mostly having the needle up/down is is the best must have. Funny though the Magnolia is the speediest machine.