I thought the same thing:< But I can see his point. All the newer emb/sewing unit combos have much larger hoops and embroidery area, and more bells and whistles. For a couple hundred bucks more you can get a newer, fancier machine. Even the 10000, which is newer than the 9000 can be had for around $1,000, I think. And these newer, used machines are computer compatible allowing for the flexibility our machine that relies on cards, lacks.
I think we need to compare these machines to computers which basically become obsolete the minute you walk out the door. I'm curious what the new lines will be focused on in April.
Given the choice of buying a used 9000 for $500-$700 or a newer more flexible model for $1000 ish. I'd buy the newer one too.
It will be a tough decision.