The new Bernina 770QE redone in 2015.
Now that they have worked out all the bugs on the Bernina 770QE model, I am seriously considering getting it. It comes with BSR (stitch regulator), dual feed system (similar to pfaff) and has a 10" harp space. I currently have an Janome 8900 Horizon and like it, especially with the 11" harp space and the Janome flatbed desk made for the 8900. I ended up spending $2.5K for the Horizon and felt I got a good price as there was no sales tax involved. However, for the MSRP of $5,999 for the 770QE, is it worth the price? I know there are a lot of other brands out there, but in order to get high end features and a decent harp space; the price isn't that much less. For example, the BabyLock Aria goes for around $3, 500 but it has all the feature I want and comes with an 11.25 harp space. With the custom $700 flatbed desk (from Sew EZI) and the CA sales tax of 10%, I am looking at $5K out the door price. Does any one have any suggestions on good machine that has an electronic presser foot, at least a 10" harp space or more, comes with a good dual feed system?
Berninas - are they that good and worth every cent, or are they a bit overrated, priced a bit too high and require constant servicing and software upgrades? I have had my Janome 8900 Horizon for almost year and not one problem or service issue. I even took the panels off and oiled it myself without having to take it in for servicing (saved approx $200).