I feel so bad for the people that have purchased this machine setup. I don't know where I have been that I just heard about it a couple of days ago but the fact that you have to pin baste your quilt before putting it on the frame to me makes no sense. Personally I wouldn't buy it if it's not going to make things easier for me. I did buy my frame before I bought my longarm and your right about the cost unless you can find one that is compatible with the Coronet and is less expensive. Good luck and BTW Welcome to the board.