Originally Posted by
Onebyone
If you want a machine that will last for years with little maintenance I suggest a Juki TL 2010. It's straight stitch only with all the features you would want. Speed control, auto thread cutter, knee lift, pressure control and large harp space. On sale at times for $800. The 2000 TL is in your price range but has no speed control but an excellent machine. If you need a zig zag or decorative stitches buy an inexpensive Brother later on to go with the Juki. They are good machines to have for back up too.
Juki Junkies is an excellent Juki dealer. They test every machine before shipping and shipping is free. The best customer service of any dealer I have delt with. If there is a low price on any Juki they will have it.
I bought a Juki 2010 about 3 weeks ago and I'm sending it back. I was so disappointed in the lighting. I bought an LED strip and that helped. I was also disappointed in the feet included. Not many at all. Frankly, I just couldn't "bond" with it.