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product_id: 568205873
title: "PQ1600S High-Speed Straight Stitch Sewing & Quilting Machine"
brand: "brother"
price: "$2857.10"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Brother"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/568205873-pq1600s-high-speed-straight-stitch-sewing-and-quilting-machine
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# 1500 stitches/min speed 11.1" x 23.3" extra-large workspace 4-level feed dog & presser foot control PQ1600S High-Speed Straight Stitch Sewing & Quilting Machine

**Brand:** brother
**Price:** $2857.10
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Speed Meets Precision: The Quilter’s Powerhouse You Can’t Afford to Miss!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PQ1600S High-Speed Straight Stitch Sewing & Quilting Machine by brother
- **How much does it cost?** $2857.10 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/568205873-pq1600s-high-speed-straight-stitch-sewing-and-quilting-machine)

## Best For

- brother enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted brother brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Spacious Work Surface:** Extra-large 11.1" x 23.3" table and 5.7" x 8.7" needle-to-arm space empower you to tackle large quilts and complex projects with ease.
- • **Customizable Needle Stop:** Preprogram needle to stop up or down, giving you ultimate control for perfect pivoting and precise stitch placement.
- • **Time-Saving Thread Cutter:** Push-button thread cutter trims upper and lower threads instantly, streamlining your workflow and boosting productivity.
- • **Master Your Fabric Control:** Four color-coded feed dog height settings and adjustable presser foot pressure ensure flawless handling of delicate to heavyweight fabrics.
- • **Unmatched Speed & Precision:** Sew up to 1,500 stitches per minute for rapid project completion without sacrificing quality.

## Overview

The Brother PQ1600S is a high-speed, straight stitch sewing and quilting machine designed for serious sewists and quilters. Featuring up to 1,500 stitches per minute, an expansive workspace, and advanced fabric control with 4-level feed dog adjustments, it delivers professional-grade precision and efficiency. Its push-button thread cutter and customizable needle stop position enhance usability, while the robust metal frame ensures stability during heavy-duty projects. Ideal for large quilts and complex sewing tasks, the PQ1600S is a must-have for hobbyists and side hustlers aiming to elevate their craft.

## Description

The optimum machine for speed and precision, the Brother PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine is a fantastic machine that belongs in the sewing room of every serious quilter and sewist. With modern cosmetics, heavy-duty construction for sewing and quilting for increased stability at high speeds, a reinforced handle with a sturdy yet comfortable metal plate, and advanced features such as a push-button thread cutter that allows you to save time without compromising the quality of your sewing projects, the Brother PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine is ready to take on any project. With lightning-fast sewing of up to 1,500 stitches per minute, the PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine is ideal for a hobby consumer who quilts and sews and wants a workhorse machine. In addition, the needle position on this sewing and quilting machine can be pre-programmed to be up or down when the machine stops with the Customize Needle Stop Position feature. The PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine also features an adjustable pin feed mechanism that simultaneously moves several layers of fabrics for sewing accuracy. For example, this moves all layers of your quilt together or moves a delicate velvet without leaving feed dog marks in the nap. The PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine also has a convenient Thread Tension Adjustment Dial so you can achieve accurate tension control for even more precision. Even heavy weight fabric can be sewn without significant adjustment of thread tension dial. The four color-coded feed dogs have height settings for additional maximum fabric control. The PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine has a push-button thread cutter and easy needle threader, a time-saving convenience. The Onboard Fabric Separator tool easily sews seams in contrasting fabrics without puckering. The built-in Knee Lifter for quilting allows you to raise and lower the presser foot so your hands can re-position or remove your material. With a large 5.7" x 8.7” needle-to-arm space, the PQ1600S makes free motion quilting easy, and the extra-large extension table (11.1" x 23.3") with bobbin case opening helps you manage those large projects. The extension table has easy access points that eliminate the need to remove the table to replace the oversized metal bobbin. The built-in telescopic Dual Cone Thread stand keeps two thread spools ready for smooth and easy feeding. The PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine has an optional 5-needle felting attachment which allows you to customize a wide range of fabric surfaces with specialty roving or contrasting fabrics up to 1,500 stitches per minute. With the seven included accessory feet (the General Purpose Foot, a Rolled Hem Foot, a Zipper Foot, an Invisible Foot, the ¼" Foot, a Free Motion Quilting Foot, and a Pin Feed Foot), bright LED work lights, and a convenient thread tension dial, the PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine can tackle just about any project. Great for promising side hustlers, and craft and sewing hobbyists, the PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine is a high-speed sewing and quilting machine that belongs in the sewing room of every serious quilter and sewist.

Review: No regrets! - I have been using this for a year, so it is time to write a review. Like many other reviewers, I needed to upgrade my equipment for quilting after spending many years using a cheap Brother, which still runs great and which I still love. I got this one because of the brand, the good price, the large work space, and importantly, the lack of computers. As others have pointed out, it is very heavy and it does only one thing, which is to sew a straight line, but it does that one thing flawlessly. I have not had many of the problems others have mentioned. Yes the bobbin and threading mechanisms are fiddly, but you get used to it. The automatic thread cutter is amazing! The only problems I have ever had with stitching have been due to user error during the learning process, and I find it easy to control the speed with the foot pedal. For perfect stitching on a solid machine, especially on large projects, this model can't be beat. While I have another machine that does fancy stitches, I did not realize how much I would miss a zigzag. I sew a lot of linen, which unravels very easily, and it would be nice to be able to do some stabilizing zigzags with this machine rather than set up the other one. The 1600s does not come with a walking foot, which is a bit unfair, since most people buy this for quilting. It took me quite a while to find the correct one - the Brother website is no help. Eventually I got one at Sewing Parts Online (Walking Foot, High Shank #XA7253001). It cost $70 and comes in an unmarked plastic bag so it does not seem to be an official Brother part, but it works. I have not tried free motion quilting yet, but it comes with a free motion foot, and the big workspace and detachable table give you lots of room for that. No regrets!
Review: Very good choice for a utility / quilting machine. - Have had this machine for a week and already LOVE it! It’s easy to to get up to speed with, threading is pretty easy, is quiet, sturdy, stitches nicely… The only negative for me would be that the location of the bobbin is a little awkward.. a very nice utility and quilting machine! From a sewist of 40 years

## Features

- Feed Dog Adjustments: With visible 4 color-coded levels of feed dog adjustment and presser foot pressure, the PQ1600S will give you maximum fabric control.
- Lightning-Fast Sewing Speeds: The PQ1600S is a high-speed straight stitching machine, sewing up to 1,500 stitches per minute!
- Push-button Thread Cutter: The PQ1600S has a push-button thread cutter that will cut the upper and lower thread.
- Custom Needle Stop Position: The needle position on the PQ1600S can be preprogrammed to be in the up or down position when the machine stops.
- Extra Large Workspace: The PQ1600S features an expanded 11.1" x 23.3" wide table and a large 5.7" x 8.7" needle-to-arm space.
- This product is intended for sale only in the US at 120 volts, and any other use or sale may void the warranty.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CFYQZX5Q |
| Best Sellers Rank | #93,631 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #236 in Sewing Machines |
| Brand | Brother |
| Brand Name | Brother |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,267 Reviews |
| Included Components | sewing machine and accessories |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 25"D x 11.5"W x 15"H |
| Item Type Name | PQ1600S High-Speed Straight Stitch Sewing & Quilting Machine |
| Item Weight | 24 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Brother International Corp |
| Material | plastic outer/metal frame |
| Model Number | PQ1600S |
| Part Number | PQ1600S |
| Power Source | ac |
| Product Dimensions | 25"D x 11.5"W x 15"H |
| UPC | 012502673866 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Brother
- **Color:** White
- **Is Electric:** Yes
- **Item Weight:** 24 Pounds
- **Material:** plastic outer/metal frame
- **Power Source:** ac
- **Product Dimensions:** 25"D x 11.5"W x 15"H
- **UPC:** 012502673866

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No regrets!
*by J***C on May 19, 2026*

I have been using this for a year, so it is time to write a review. Like many other reviewers, I needed to upgrade my equipment for quilting after spending many years using a cheap Brother, which still runs great and which I still love. I got this one because of the brand, the good price, the large work space, and importantly, the lack of computers. As others have pointed out, it is very heavy and it does only one thing, which is to sew a straight line, but it does that one thing flawlessly. I have not had many of the problems others have mentioned. Yes the bobbin and threading mechanisms are fiddly, but you get used to it. The automatic thread cutter is amazing! The only problems I have ever had with stitching have been due to user error during the learning process, and I find it easy to control the speed with the foot pedal. For perfect stitching on a solid machine, especially on large projects, this model can't be beat. While I have another machine that does fancy stitches, I did not realize how much I would miss a zigzag. I sew a lot of linen, which unravels very easily, and it would be nice to be able to do some stabilizing zigzags with this machine rather than set up the other one. The 1600s does not come with a walking foot, which is a bit unfair, since most people buy this for quilting. It took me quite a while to find the correct one - the Brother website is no help. Eventually I got one at Sewing Parts Online (Walking Foot, High Shank #XA7253001). It cost $70 and comes in an unmarked plastic bag so it does not seem to be an official Brother part, but it works. I have not tried free motion quilting yet, but it comes with a free motion foot, and the big workspace and detachable table give you lots of room for that. No regrets!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good choice for a utility / quilting machine.
*by D***L on February 8, 2026*

Have had this machine for a week and already LOVE it! It’s easy to to get up to speed with, threading is pretty easy, is quiet, sturdy, stitches nicely… The only negative for me would be that the location of the bobbin is a little awkward.. a very nice utility and quilting machine! From a sewist of 40 years

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful even for a novice
*by B***M on January 29, 2018*

I am a very novice sewer and I got this machine to do quilting. I have not taken a sewing class yet, and have taken only 2 quilting classes just so you know.I have only made napkins before... I got this machine just 2 days ago and love the features. I have used an $800 Husqvarna (spelling?) in class and like this so much better. I think it is very intuitive, easy to thread, love the knee presser foot lever and the reverse which is so easy. The bobbin winder was easy and I used it right out of the box. Getting the bobbin seated correctly was a little challenge but it just took practice. You need to make sure it "clicks" in. I am working on the automatic needle threader and I get it threaded about 15% of the time but have only tried this feature for about 20 minutes and I am getting the feel of it, having never used an automatic threader before. I also love the "thread cutter" button! Goodbye scissors! Only negative so far is that I bought the cheap thread on the large cone for about $4 and I kept getting nests of thread underneath the material. This went on for two hours even though they had sent a piece of material with perfect stitching. I changed the needle, the tension, the feed dog height and finally the thread. That was what did it. I went to a smaller spool. After having read other reviews, I am going to try the cheaper thread again but thread it over one and then three holes on the front of the machine (I have it now threaded with two holes) to see if that makes a difference. I think most would be very happy with the machine and if I can use it, anyone can! Update- I have had this machine for about a month and am still extremely pleased! I have figured out the needle threader, although it doesn't work as well on the cheaper threads it does work well with the smaller spool threads. I did run out of bobbin thread once and it would be nice to be able to see the bobbin, but that is a very minor issue. I still feel this machine is very intuitive and easy to thread and use and I am getting close to finishing my first quilt with it. Update: I’ve now had this machine for 6 months and STILL love it! I am more experienced now (having completed 2 quilts and a 4 piece quilted placemat set) and only find that the thread cutter leaves it a bit short ( but don’t usually have to retread) and the needle threader is a little difficult. But the positives outweigh the negatives and you can get this machine for about $60-100 less than what I paid. Highly recommend!!!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Brother PQ1600S High-Speed Straight Stitch Sewing & Quilting Machine, White
- 50 pk Metal "L" Bobbins - (55623S) - (SA159) - (H12413002)
- Set of 2 Bobbin Box Organizers

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*Last updated: 2026-07-08*