Designed with all the essential features that make completing larger projects a breeze, the Janome MC6650 is ideal for the avid quilter or sewist who spends much time creating with their sewing machine.

Computerized Sewing

The Janome MC6650 is a computerized sewing and quilting machine loaded with features, starting with its large LED screen with a separate number pad and push-button controls.

Amazing Embroidery Speed

Speeds up to 1,000 stitches/minute; this machine includes 170 built-in adjustable utility and decorative stitches, two alpha-numeric fonts, and a flip-up stitch diagram under the top of the machine.

Powerful Embroidery Needle & Touch Functions

Other useful features on the Janome MC6650 include a memorized needle up/down function, one-push needle plate conversion, automatic needle threader, start/stop button, easy-reverse button, and a favorite stitch default setting.

Embroidery Bobbin

It also comes with Janome's SFS Superior Feed System Plus, top-loading rotary hook bobbin, and independent motor bobbin winding, so you never run out of thread when working on larger projects.

Machine Dimensions & Weight

The dimensions are 20.3 x 11.8 x 8.6", and the machine weighs 24.25 lbs. There are six bright LED lights on the machine in 3 locations, and it is a dream to work on with its large seamless 10-inch x 4.7-inch flatbed and deep throat, which is perfect for making quilts.

JANOME MB-4S: Compact Embroidery Machine

The Janome MB-4S is a high-performance multi-needle embroidery machine invented to meet the needs of both small businesses and serious hobbyists who want to elevate their embroidery projects. With its 4-needle system, the MB-4S is built for efficiency, speed, and precision, making it ideal for handling large volumes of embroidery with professional-level results. This machine offers a wide range of advanced features, including a large embroidery area, various built-in designs, and customizable options, allowing users to create detailed, intricate embroidery designs easily.

Touch Control Panel for Embroidery

The machine is equipped with a touch control panel, automatic change of the 4 threads, sensor informing of breaking upper thread with automatic return to the breaking point, independent system bobbin winder and automatic thread trimmer.

JANOME MB-4S has 10 built-in lettering fonts, 50 ready-for-choose patterns, three kinds of hoops [240x200 mm, 126x110 mm, 50x50 mm], and a unique thread stand for nine big spools.

Fit with Different Hoops

Compatible with Tajima hoops. Industrial hoops handle (heavy-duty), hoop protection from needle hit. It can be embroidered slowly (for example, using metallic threads).

Embroidery Patterns

Edition of embroidery patterns allows calibration, rotation of every degree, join, mirror reflection, copy, etc.

Small-size Embroidery Machines

It merges the features of an efficient industrial machine with the pleasure of comfortable work typical for small-size embroidery machines.

Embroidery Services For Short Series

It is perfect for short series productions in embroidery services, shops, on-occasion events, advertising agencies, designer studios, and working clothes producers. The machine has a new, much faster processor, which speeds up its work. Ideal for scrapbooking - a technique that allows the decoration of photos, postcards, calendars, etc.

Touch Panel Size

It's very simple to use. Thanks to the touch control panel (size 117,2 mm x 86,4 mm), all functions are at hand, allowing for the exact placement of embroidery on the hoop.

New, faster processor for Enhanced Embroidery

The size of the bottom bobbin has been enhanced by up to 40% (compared to the usual embroidery), which allows you to do more embroidery on one bobbin.

You may also display the instruction films on the panel (help function).

Embroidery Field

Double lighting of the embroidery field gives better control of the embroidery.

Its compact size and lightweight (just 20.5 kg) make it easy to transport, making it perfect for occasional events (fairs, sports competitions on location).

Built-in Embroidery Sensor

You don't need to worry about skipping stitches because the built-in sensor informs you about breaking threads and automatically returns you to the breaking point. It is possible to work directly with the computer or without, and the edition and processing of embroidery are created on the panel.

Conclusion

Janome MC 6650

Designed for general sewing and quilting, the MC 6650 offers advanced features and a wide range of stitches, making it a great all-around machine for home sewers and quilters. It features a large work area, an automatic needle threader, and built-in stitches tailored to quilting needs. Ideal for those who focus on sewing, piecing, and quilting but not primarily for embroidery. It's affordablecompared to the MB-4S, making it an excellent choice for those who want a reliable machine without the extra cost of embroidery functions.

Janome MB-4S

A multi-needle embroidery machine, the MB-4S is specialized for those looking to take their embroidery work to a professional level.

It offers 4 needles, a large embroidery area, and the capacity to manage large volumes of embroidery projects. It is more expensive than the MC 6650, as it is tailored exclusively for embroidery, offering advanced capabilities like color sorting and thread trimming.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which machine is right for you?

Choose the Janome MC 6650 if you need a reliable, high-quality sewing and quilting machine for various projects, especially if embroidery isn’t your primary focus. Choose the Janome MB-4S if your main focus is embroidery and you want to take your designs to the next level with a professional-grade, multi-needle machine.

Which machine is better for quilting?

The Janome MC 6650 is better for quilting as it is specifically designed with quilters in mind, offering a large work area, built-in quilting stitches, and convenient quilting accessories.

Which machine is better for beginners?

The Janome MC 6650 is better for beginners who want a straightforward, reliable machine for general sewing and quilting. It’s easier to use for those just starting with sewing and quilting.

What is the price difference between the Janome MC 6650 and the Janome MB-4S?

The Janome MC 6650 is more affordable and priced as a sewing and quilting machine. The Janome MB-4S is more expensive due to its embroidery-specific capabilities and multi-needle system, catering to professional embroidery needs.

Which machine has a larger work area?

The Janome MC 6650 has a more extensive quilting and general sewing area, providing ample space to handle larger fabric pieces. The Janome MB-4S has a larger embroidery area suitable for embroidery projects but lacks a large sewing area for general sewing tasks.