Your opinion of Janome Memory Craft 6600 P
08-24-2011, 04:07 AM
#23
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Location: SoCal
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Yes, the foot pedal can have issues. We replaced the foot pedal on one machine, not the same Janome but the same type of foot pedal.
Originally Posted by kim_s
The only problem I have had with it is that, twice, when I took my foot off the pedal the machine kept sewing. I had to turn it off in order to stop it. I had heard that this was a problem with Janome foot pedals so I was not completely surprised.
08-24-2011, 04:13 AM
#24
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: San Antonio, TX
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I've had my l660 for almost 3 years now. I absolutely love it! While I've had a few problems with it, it has, unfortunately, always been "operator error". I don't find the manual to be very helpful but there is a yahoo group for 6600 owners. I have found it to be a wonderful source of help and info. There is also an extensive database so you can research a topic if you like. The 6600 was TOL when I bought it. I usually go cheaper when I buy but not this time. I have not regretted my purchase once and I sew almost every single day. So my vote is YES YES YES!
08-24-2011, 04:13 AM
#25
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: rhode island, USA
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I have a Janome 6500, which was out just before the 6500. I love it and the extra space it has also. I love free motion quilting with it. I would definately buy a 6600, especially because it sounds like you will have a very supportive dealer, which is so important. Good luck !!
08-24-2011, 04:21 AM
#26
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Mid Ohio Valley
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I love mine too..it makes quilting so easy....the accufeed foot, is wonderful. I also love the speed control, since I hate slow machines. And I love the stop/start button. I wouldn't trade mine for anything. And do go to the classes that come with it. You learn alot of things, that aren't on their website.
08-24-2011, 05:00 AM
#28
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: South Carolina
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I have quilted several on my 6600...had it for 4 yrs. this is my 4th janome and have loved them all. there is a FM bobbin case available for the 6600, have one and would reccomend it. Also find it helps to set stitch length at 0 when doing FM. Hope this helps.
08-24-2011, 05:02 AM
#29
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Mount Bethel, PA
Posts: 101
I've had a Janome 6500 for several years and loved it until I got bit by the vintage machine bug LOL. My 1948 201 was $50.00 and sews a much better stitch than the Janome ever could. I realized that I never used all the bell and whistles on the newer machine which cost me a bundle. I picked up a Japanese knock off of the Singer 15 at a garage sale for $5.00 which does FMQ with the turning of a knob. Before you spend a ton of money, monitor the vintage machine forum on this site. It wasn't available when I got mine but boy I wish it had been. You're going to get a lot of advice and good luck with whatever you decision. I just wanted to throw in my opinion and a "thinking outside the box" consideration.
08-24-2011, 05:08 AM
#30
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Join Date: May 2011
Location: MI
Posts: 315
I have had my machine for about 4 years and cannot believe the difference it has made in my quilting experience! Stitch in the ditch is a dream with the accufeed, free motion quilting is easier because of the larger than standard harp (although the 7700 is larger) I have no tension problems with this machine. I love the thread cutter, separate motor for bobbin winding, needle up-down, faster than average speed with speed control for those times when I want to slow down, pressure control for the pressure foot, great accessory prices and lots of great stitches. The knee lift is a gem for applique turns and string piecing. Of course I would love the Horizon, but really can not imagine giving up a machine that works as well as my 6600P :o)
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