I am on my 4th Janome...not that they are bad, but I keep going for bells and whistles. I currently have the 7700 Horizon and my travel machine the 3160 QDC, only 12 pounds and works like a charm. This one new is about $500, but I would highly recommend it, sven if you got a used one. Check it out at a Janome shop and see if they have any used or would sell a shop model (floor display). Quilt shows are also a great way to check out all the machines.