I love mine so much, I bought a second one for friends and my mom to use when they visit, and also as a backup in case I ever need it. (Not likely, I've had my first 1500 for over 10 years and have only taken it in for a cleaning once. Tech said it was the cleanest machine he's ever seen, so I don't feel the need to take it in every year.)
FYI. I bought both of mine used. The first one was like new, I think the previous owner tried to quilt with it on a New Joy frame, quickly gave up and bought a Gammill. I paid $400 for it. The second Brother 1500 I bought on FB Marketplace for $150.
There's a very helpful FB group called "Brother PQ1500S Pq1500L and Baby Lock Jane Sewing Machines" that you may want to join. Everyone there is very helpful, plus there's all kinds of great info in the files section, including the Owner's Manual AND the Service Manual.
Last edited by Peckish; 07-26-2022 at 08:20 PM.