I purchased this machine to replace a 40-year-old Singer 935 which I dearly loved.  The 4452 so far is living up to its predecessor.  My only recommendation to Singer would be to put on a six inch longer cord going to the foot pedal.  My "sewing room" is my kitchen counter and the cord just barely reaches the floor which causes the foot pedal to float and wiggle around on the floor unless my foot is actually on it.