Brother CS6000i opinion?
#31
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I've also had my eye on this machine as a back-up for a couple of years due to all its features and GREAT reviews on Amazon. Don't know if it's true, but I read somewhere that the machines sold at Wal-Mart are seconds or their quality is compromised..............(?)
I have a Brother 9000 SQ that I use for a backup and to take to classes and on vacations. It's lightweight and I really like it. I got it at Wal*Mart a few years ago. It was a little over $100 and I think it's a grade up from the CS6000i. I can't believe it would list for a little over $300. Pricewise, I think I'd check a little further.
#32
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Middle of Florida
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I have this very machine & love it, it sews on everything, goes thru many layers, easy to use, has some really cute decorative stitches that I use often and it's been to many retreats because it's not to heavy. I think you ladies would be very happy with this machine I know four of my quilting friends have it & they have no complaints either.
#33
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Location: Live Oak, Texas
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I have been using mine for five years and love it. I make clothing as well as quilting and it has not let me down yet. It is so light I can move it around easy and carry it with me if I need to. If it broke now I would replace it with the same machine as I feel I have already got my moneys worth from it. It shows no sign of slowing down.
#34
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This machine won't "feel" like your Elna. Just like it doesn't "feel" like my Bernina. But it is very versatile; has lots of bells and whistles making it a great value. I have never seen it with an original price of $499. That just isn't true. Rarely are they over $169 new. The $145 new from Amazon isn't bad. Yes, it is a little noisier than the some of the higher end machines, but, then it's only $145. Mine came with lots of accessories and a quilting extension. You would do well to have this as a back in my opinion.
#35
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Although I have not used it in a while, as my Janome is working just fine (I hope I haven't jinxed it, as I can't afford to have it repaired right now - no extra money on a fixed income); I had a FREE older Brother given to me at my local recycling center. As I was leaving someone was bringing it in to be placed on the Swap table. I asked if it worked, he said yes, but his wife no longer wanted to sew. I really, really did have the best intentions of giving it to my daughter, however, shortly after getting the machine, mine needed a check-up, so I turned her on and she stitched beautifully, and frankly, I think it does better tight zig-zag stitching than my Janome. Brother machines have been around for quite a while and that sounds like a good price; but I think I'd see if I could have some type of guarantee that the machine works.
#36
I work for a sewing machine retailer. Brother machines at this price point are fine, but they are built to be disposable, thus they are not able to be repaired if there is a problem. Brother stitches out one in every seven machines off the assembly line, so there are times when a dud gets past them. If you are looking for a regular use machine, I would suggest investing a bit more up the line. I have had Brother machines forever and have had very few problems. All machines need serviced once a year or so, because they cannot be cleaned and lubricated properly by the user. I think you will be happier if you can invest a little more in yourself and your machine.
#37
I purchased the same Brother at Christmas out of desperation to sew because I left my Elna Quilter's Dream in our second home. Love,love the Elna. All I expected from the Brother was to sew straight piecing of tops until I got home and it does that just fine, but it is noisy. The computerized stitches worked fine when I tried them out too and they are easy to use and adjust. It does not compare with the Elan but you can do piecing. If I could have tried it first, I would not have purchased because of the noise, but you can always turn up the music and it is acceptable otherwise.
#38
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Location: Pennsylvania
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I work for a sewing machine retailer. Brother machines at this price point are fine, but they are built to be disposable, thus they are not able to be repaired if there is a problem. Brother stitches out one in every seven machines off the assembly line, so there are times when a dud gets past them. If you are looking for a regular use machine, I would suggest investing a bit more up the line. I have had Brother machines forever and have had very few problems. All machines need serviced once a year or so, because they cannot be cleaned and lubricated properly by the user. I think you will be happier if you can invest a little more in yourself and your machine.
#39
I have this machine and I love it. I bought it from Amazon about 5 years ago when I thought I would like the try quilting and it has never failed me. I do use those plastic foldout tables and it moves around a lot. I really would love to have a table that I could set it into, but just haven't decided on one yet. Maybe someone who has this machine could offer suggestions?
#40
I have a Brother machine that does embroidery. Have had it for several years. Bought on line - don't remember where. But I love it. Bought my daughter a Brother Runway. She loves it. There is a sewing show in my local PBS channel on Saturdays that features all Brother Machines.
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