You cannot go wrong with a Bernina. My dad researched for 48 combined hours on which is the best on the market. I’m a new to sewing and I love it!!

I love my Barudan Pro 3. I have had it for almost two years and I couldn’t be happier with it. I use the mighty hoops exclusively with it. I have done small size jobs and even horse blankets with no issues. The Barudan support is wonderful as well. It was delivered on an enclosed truck with lift as it is very heavy. A Barudan tech comes out to install it and he was great.

Hi Romero, I been running the SWD ricoma for the 3 years. This Year I invested in a Barudan Machine not because other people told me to but because it is the standard in many embroidery shop in the east cost at least. I worked for embroidered shop that had a 4head barudan and since that that day I fall in love with the quality in precision. The tech on this machines are incredible. I will be making comparison videos about it on my youtube channel

I have been researching for months for a 15 needle machine but all the top brands are monetarily out of range. Until I came across the BAI machines. They are made in China for which some people would not touch them, but you know what? I have a Brother and never had any follow up or care from where I bought it. The BAI has a fantastic Facebook group help and many people there have had Tajimas and have now got BAIs instead. Like any machine, you have to get used to it but it costs less than 1/2 the price to all the other brands. The one I have bought has an embroidery field of 40 x 60 cm and cost just over $5000 door to door. Not bad!!

I am SO excited that you posted this. I have been researching and can't make a decision about what machine to purchase. This is so incredibly helpful (as are all your videos!)

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment!

I just bought a Happy Japan HCD3E-X last month. I Love the extended border frame 15" x 47". I did lots of research on all the major companies and ended up going with Happy because I thought it was the best bang for my buck, plus their office is a few hours drive from my house. Since it's my first multi-needle I wanted peace of mind knowing a tech was nearby should I need any maintenance. But so far its been running great and has been so easy to use. Good luck!

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Ive heard nothing but good reviews on the Happy. Thanks for sharing.

I bought a used Melco XT 16 needle- added tech support for a couple of years. Good customer service. Traveling techs if needed. Definitely commercial grade, can run all day with the right maintenance. My suggestion if your interested in a Melco, trade show prices are the best to buy the unit then and there so they don't have to take it back to Colorado.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Awesome info, thank you!

I love my Avance 1501c by Coldesi! It’s been super easy to use. I’m a beginner and probably haven’t touched on all of its capabilities but so far so good! They have great customer service!

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Awesome, thanks for sharing!

I highly recommend the MELCO EMT16X, it's modular and easy to maintain. I run a fully dedicated desktop computer for it and the Acti-feed is great. I love my machine. I didn't have room to fit a ZSK machine, that was my first choice.

Tajima TMEZ, automatic thread tension, adjustable presser foot, and maybe the most important for you they killing it with hats.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Great recommendation! Thanks.

I’m happy with my two Barudan pro 3’s. I just got my Bluetooth system set up so I no longer need to use a thumb drive to transfer files, this should speed up my workflow. If you got the new Tajima with the auto tension system on it, that would be amazing.

I’ve been running 4 Melco EMT16X’s for about 9 months. I love them, easy to use, great quality, and fast. The “Acti feed” tension system is good. My only complaint about the machines is that the control panel on the machine doesn’t let you control the tension. It has to be done on the computer. Which is fine if you have the computer next to the machine but with 4 of them it isn’t always right there.

I started with the Tajima SAI and ungraded this summer to the Tajima TMEZ. I love it. It is user friendly and you don't have to adjust your tensions (which you didn't have to on the SAI either). What sold me over the latest SWF was the positioning alignment feature. The SWF's monitor is brighter and looks better but I thought the alignment system was well worth the money. They both have a cap driver that's quick to put on. I have done foam hats and used Maderia's Super Twisted Threads on Sweat Shirts with the TMEZ. Hats, including foam stitch well at 800 rpm. Super Twist does great on 650 rpm with 90/14 needle. I like Bauradan too but didn't think it would fit through my doors. You can't go wrong with the top four--add ZSK in the mix. P.S. Bought mostly Maggie Frames. Disadvantage with them is they take about 2 weeks to come. Prefer Mighty Hoops 13 x 16 frame. I have both.

@aceboogie959

10 ай бұрын

Could you tell us how much the tmez costs?

@jelanehoneysuckle5025

10 ай бұрын

32K for TMEZ. The model below it has many of the same features but not user friend monitor is about 10K less. The new SWF was about 22K.

We have a Barudan Elite Pro. We like it a lot and don’t have very many problems with it. We have had it for about a year. And it is our first and only machine.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the info Tim!

Cant wait to see your pick!

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

I’m super excited also!!

They should be giving you free machines for all the knowledge your giving ! I currently have ricoma. but I know now that Tajima and Baruden are the best.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment. That would be great! I bet there would be strings attached if you get free machines. Lol.

@theblankworkshop

10 ай бұрын

@@RomeroThreads Yeah but I still trust that you would give honest feedback, Your a great teacher when it comes to this embroidery stuff and theres not that many people doing that in the embroidery field right now.

@aceboogie959

10 ай бұрын

And ZSK, happy

Happy HCU2 1501. Hands down no competition. ZSK Sprint 8 runner up only because they don’t have enough techs in the USA for ZSK. The Happy Japan has the highest sewing field I’ve ever seen for hats. You’ll be able to stitch big logos on hats like New Era does when they stitch them flat. Digital presser feet adjustment on the fly and auto tensioning system more superior than Tajima’s TMEZ that just came out. Happy is 100% Japanese unlike Tajima that now uses certain parts made in China.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for this excellent breakdown, great info to think about.

@aceboogie959

10 ай бұрын

Which machine from happy has autotension, couldn't find information about it

@samthehombre

10 ай бұрын

@@aceboogie959 HCU2

I don’t know a whole lot, only 6 months into my journey. I do mostly what you show me. I’ve had no issues with my Happy Japan 12 Needle. Besides,Tension, Material issues that come with the learning curve. My brother has a Dual Head 20 Needle Ricoma and it is pretty cool too.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing! Enjoy your embroidery journey.

I've been researching machines online and at trade shows. At the shows, I was able to view the Brother, Melco, Ricoma, Tajima, Barudan, SWF and Happy machines. Each company's representatives were extremely friendly, informative and very open to questions. I wanted to buy at least 1 of each because watching them sew you are mesmerized by the designs they stitched. However, the one that appears to fit my needs is a Tajima. I already have a Brother Enterprise which over 10 years has been a trustworthy work horse. I found it to be a great beginner machine. Now, I am looking for a larger sewing area, quicker speed and automatic thread tension. Price is an issue since these machines are expensive. The last trade show on the east coast was canceled so I ended up buying another piece of printing equipment instead. Now I am adding up my $$$ again to purchase a Tajima but waiting and watching to see what you purchase and your decision behind it. I hope you talk about support for the machine since it is a major factor in my decision. Support not only includes the manufacturer but also online programs that assist in the learning process.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for this great info Audrey!! I am super excited to reveal which machine I am buying. So many options, and so many variables. I will be sure to include the information you requested.

Thanks!

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you!! I appreciate the support!

Congratulations 🙏🏼

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙌

Barudan is all we run, would highly recommend. If you can find out who has good techs in your area (short driving distance to keep costs down) then I would compare 1-Barudan 2-Tajima and 3-ZSK, if there is better local support that could put number 2 or 3 higher on the list.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thats a strong starting line up, thanks for sharing!

Just thinking about doing some small embroidery things …. I appreciate the content and the format breaking things down to details and information . with these SLOW eyes I find it hard to follow the direction of the arrow . WOULD YOU CONSIDER HIGHLIGHTING THE ARROW , to make it easier to follow ….Omaha , Nebraska home of …..

Barudan is top notch. Sales team is great too. You dont see them as much in the search results, but they spend their money making fantastic machines

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info, nothing but great reviews with the Barudans.

I would say the SWF KX 👍🏼

Barudan, it is the Cadillac of embroidery machines

I have a ricoma and a swf. my next one will be either barudan, zsk, swf. The ricoma is craze loud compared to these other one.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your input. I think sound is a very important decision making feature.

I have the brother 10 needle I am loving it, I also the brother luminaire which I also love but wanted to have the ability to to hats, totes etc... that can only be done with the multi needle.

I run all Avance multineedle machines. I have a dual 1502c head and 2 - 1501c single heads.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Nice Barb, good combo!!

I have only used a bardan pro single head thanks congratulations

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Jessie!

We use bai mirror 1501. They are the best priced machines and are replicas of the tajimas. You can’t go wrong with them.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your recommendation!

Can't wait to see the results, but would also like to know what machines you currently have.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

I have 2 Ricoma’s MT1501.

@sewintogodembroiderygiftsl985

10 ай бұрын

@RomeroThreads , I have one MT-1502. It is very loud and head 1 is always giving me tension problems. What digitizing software do you use? I'm thinking about changing my digitizing software and would love to have your thoughts.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Sound can be a problem, I would suggest adding sound proof boards around the sides of the wall to prevent echoing. I use Wilcom 4.5 great digitizing software.

You have a Ricoma MT1501 right? This was your base when you started.....how has your experience been with it this far in your embroidery career? I ask because I bought my MT1501 and its been 4 months, almost 5 and starting to feel okay about flats, with very little trouble. If you are venturing away from Ricoma is there a reason? Just very curious and excited to see what you are picking.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Yes, we have 2 single MT1501’s. 2 workhorses that get the job done. Thanks for your questions, I will be sure to address them in the next video.

Barudan all the way, have an Avance as well

It's gonna be Tajima, Barudan or ZSK

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Great recommendations, thanks!

Love your channel! Wish you would have told us which machine you are buying, was totally clickbaited 😔 Currently have a Happy Japan machine

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Just checking last minute suggestions before it goes through. Part 2 will have the reveal. Thanks for your input!

@Ruben_Vargas

10 ай бұрын

Awesome! Eagerly awaiting for part 2! Thanks for all of your content and the hard work you do!

TAJIMA IS THE BEST!!

Tajima the Roll Royce

I currently have a 15 needle Ricoma TC1501. I hate it. I’ve had nothing but problems with it. It’s less than a year old and I’ve had to spend the last 3 days on the phone with Ricoma trying to fix all of the issues. I regularly maintenance the machine and it doesn’t help anything. I will never buy from Ricoma again. Tajima is my next purchase. I will be getting that very soon.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience. I hope you are able to troubleshoot your machine. Once its set up, in line, with good designs, it should stitch out smoothly.

I've been embroidering for only 2 years. I own Ricoma EM1010, and I love it, and what makes it even better is their customer service and support, training, as well as the available videos tutorials offer weekly on KZread. My next multi needle is definitely going to be a Ricoma. P.S. I am not a Ricoma affiliate 😂.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Juana!!

@UnKnown-jp1bv

10 ай бұрын

This is great to hear, thanks for the share...being a new Ricoma 1501 owner I do love to hear some good things from Ricoma machine owners. I don't get all the hate for Ricoma, so far my experience has been pretty good.

Tajima tmez

I would get a Tajima or ZSK if money was no object.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the input!

Melco EMT 16x was hard for me to use. I was a beginner when I purchase this commercial machine. I was overwhelmed with learning how to embroider as well as learning all the daily, weekly, monthly maintenance. Please watch a video first on the maintenance. Its insane. You have to literally take the machine apart, unbolting screws on both sides and the front. It was a nightmare. Melco lied to me and told me that someone who never embroidered could do well on this machine. Not true. I was able to return it for a full refund minus 1/2 the shipping cost which was about $700 of my money they kept. I purchased a Brother's machine, and I am so much happier. Good luck on your choice

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Glad everything worked out. Thanks for the info!

@nancygreer2263

9 ай бұрын

Did you pay for the on-site training? There is a learning curve as this is obviously a commercial grade machine, and a beginner should not expect it to be comparable to a domestic. I was only embroidering for 1 yr on Bernina single needles when I made the jump. Yes all the maintenance is self done, but there is no reason to need a tech as there are extensive step by step videos to show you everything. I did a ton of research, watched hours upon hours of training videos, participated in the weekly live sessions, BEFORE taking the plunge. I love my “Beast” and wish I had the room for a few more,💪🏻🎯💖

@Linneydenise

9 ай бұрын

@@nancygreer2263 Melco should not mislead people when an honest inquiry is made, and I should have done more homework and research. I didnt, and I paid for it in time and money. And it was a nightmare. 6 months of embroidering on my Luminaire Xp2, I have no issues in advancing to a multi needle commercial machine. I plan to purchase the brothers 10 needle prw1055 for a good price. I do not want another commercial machine where screws and plates need to be removed. If it needs more than oiling every 4 hours, then i will likely just purchase two more luminaires. The luminaire XP3 brand new, is selling for $12,999 with $500 gift card for the stores fabric. I do not recommend Melco EMTx 16 needle machine without first watching video on the maintenance. The two in home sessions with Mike was a nightmare. He's not a teacher. I dont require in life that people yell and raise their voice. He does that, in your home. It was uncomfortable and I will never seek Melco for anything. I really dislike this company, every part of it

Can I get a good embroidery machine for 5k or less making hats like you?

@RomeroThreads

8 ай бұрын

You might be able to find a used one. But you would have to find a reputable reseller that took care of the machine. But I don’t think theres a 5k new machine that would be good with hats.

No Research Needed-Barudan!!!!!!!!

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Barudan is definitely a fan favorite right now. Thanks for your input!

Honestly zsk/ or tajima favorably tajima.

Tajima is the best ive worked on Bai is acceptable but i prefer Ricoma Tajima is smooth fast and quiet Bai is quiet but slow and not smooth Ricoma is loud but fast and smooth

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you, good breakdown.

@Clevercovers

10 ай бұрын

What company has great tech support?

Go away from melco as the presser foot really not good and get bad quality stitches I recommend tajima even if a used one they are sold machine work like horse for 24 hours i have tajima 2005 runs better than melco 2023

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the info.

Hello. I have tested different machines, Ricoma/Tajima/Barudan/Fortron(Germany). And I bought a Germany machine which is Fortron. This was a mistake, because there is no information of this embroidery machine on the internet, there is nothing, and only 1 engineer who's name is Jorge Aparicio in Spain which is a mess, disgusting human being. So after then the solution was the next one to buy is Tajima, the one which has superb support, a lot of info on internet and UI is very easy. So the next one we gonna buy is Tajima. Easy pick.

@RomeroThreads

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. Good luck on your next machine!