This Embroidery Machine Is AMAZING! Tajima TMEZ First Impression

[@Dillyo82]

We started with the same 1-head in late 2020 and now have 13! Tajima is “The Gold Standard” congrats!

[@leestuart38]

Hell ya that's amazing! I hope to grow the embroidery side and add more, really liking it

[@Matetodaslasmananas]

How much 💵 each?

[@Gentepreneur]

@@Matetodaslasmananas 10k est

[@nojarai]

which one@@Gentepreneur

[@annfingall1328]

What the cost for it

[@juliehodges3894]

Tajima truly can’t be beaten back in the 90’s they were No.1 in my books and still are to this day.

[@CARN3L]

I started my embroidery journey about a year ago on a Tajima single head. And now i'm happy to say that i can run a 6 head machine and loving it. Super stoked for you Lee.

[@leestuart38]

Congrats man! That's killer

[@antonywekesa8754]

Do you need a designer for embroidery machine I'm available.i do designer and operator of embroidery machine

[@AslamKha12345]

​@@leestuart38Hey bro How much This one Head machine

[@mandihare8245]

@@antonywekesa8754would you know how to do a software update

[@MarvellousOnukwue]

Congrats man .......... But for me no easy to run single head machine of it ....if you can help me with it

[@rogerlongoria3]

I just finished my first 100 plus cap order yesterday on my Tajima TMBR and it handled it so smoothly. Not one single thread break or needle break throughout the whole job. Tajima’s are beast machines.

[@leestuart38]

Hell ya man! I haven't had one yet either, it's been weeks now 😂

[@mrjonnyjones]

When a machine can pump out flawless products without sweating, it's a REAL asset to a business. Congrats dude, can't wait to see what else you make with Little Jimmy™

[@leestuart38]

This little guy is going to be a massive asset. It already is 🙌🏻

[@JackMyersPhotography]

As someone who knows nothing about this subject, this is fascinating. And you’re an inspiring businessman, well done.

[@leestuart38]

Thanks so much 🙏🏻

[@rrdrozone830]

The machine is nice, I run a 6 Barudan and a 4 head SWF, and I can tell the difference between the two also. I did notice the two designs are digitized different though. The blue ones text is digitized a hair wider and the fill stitch is at a different angle, the yellow one has more density to the fill stitch too which looks way better that way imo.

[@GeraldineBrown-nb3ts]

I agree as an experienced digitizer I can tell the tatami on the blue design doesn’t have underlay and has less density, the yellow one has a pattern , also the angle of the stitching is different, so they are not the same design . But I agree the Tajima makes good work .

[@adeelshorts]

I am freelance Embroidery digitizer . Available for digitizing projects

[@TheDradge]

Your critical level of detail in your business is impressive. Most people would make-do. Well done and great video!

[@jelanehoneysuckle5025]

I bought the TMEZ because I wanted the position alignment system (PAS). That feature sold me. The SWF is a fine machine. It now has everything including automatic tension that the TMEZ has. I talked with the manager at the head office and asked how well it sewed 60 weight thread. He had never tested that but he ordered the needle and thread and emailed a picture. The local sales representative had me visit with the owner of an embroidery business which had a 4 head and the newest single head SWF that I was considering. I actually liked the display better but I like to be as exact as possible with placement. Only a camera, which is in some home embroidery machines, can top the PAS. Oh, I think a company did come up with a camera as an add on.

[@nickwood2719]

This is SUPER informative. As a screen printer, learning EMB has been a struggle. This is GREAT content!!

[@adeelshorts]

I am freelance Embroidery digitizer . Available for digitizing projects

[@rxt006]

Why dont people say how much these things cost i dont know why it bugs me that you have to give up your information just to get a price.

[@amoghg23]

These machines on an average cost 11k

[@themixeduphacker2619]

@@amoghg23W mans

[@ryansreaction]

This one specifically is $21,900 if financed with them

[@gonzo_vino]

You literally just have to google it and you can see it for sale for $7100 - jesus Christ, just make a little effort to look

[@Islam.And.Daily.Life.]

So true 😂 Rightly said 🎉

[@markclark9971]

Congratulations on the new machine. Keep the great content coming.

[@leestuart38]

Thanks!

[@ShastaLevi]

A laser head will take it to the next level, have always had a thing for appliques and Tajima have them as add ons even for their single head machines. Not to mention multiple single heads can be daisy chained something have seen quite a number of print shops adopting instead of those super bulky multiple heads machines.

[@annavlogscook3974]

I'm backwards 😂😂 I have perfected my embroidery so much I meed to upgrade to a multi head, DTF printing going crazy and now I want to add screen printing as people are now coming back to it again!!! Your Chanel is a God sent!

[@sannesigterman3377]

Just got my tajima tmez last week! starting my embroidery trip! thanks for the Inspiration! Also do digizing Service for my customers hoop to buy another one soon!

[@jessepadron5499]

She’s beautiful! I’m so going to get this one. One thing that definitely does worry me is finding someone who knows how to digitize I don’t have the time to practice digitizing.

[@leestuart38]

You won't regret getting one of these. A good digitizer makes a huge difference as well. Definitely don't look on fiverr haha

[@SPIWTC]

One Dollar or MiG. There are lots available. Google search

[@jessepadron5499]

I was talking to my embroidery guy and he said he didn’t have any faith in the ITM technology he said try embroidering on leathers and other of that sort. I hope he’s wrong because I’m about to drop the $31k… what do you think?

[@leestuart38]

@@jessepadron5499 sounds like he's stuck in the past

[@jessepadron5499]

True, I am excited to go see this machine in person tomorrow but I came across the Buradan too and I was wonder which one is better…

[@BRANDILIGNE]

Here I was thinking I was the only one struggling with this Melco. Now I want to make a switch and take my business to the next level!

[@leestuart38]

It was the best move I've made in a while 🙌🏻

[@JVegasSlots]

Pretty awesome!!! Congrats on finding a machine that has great quality!

[@leestuart38]

Thanks! Loving this thing 🙌🏻

[@habtomtekle5722]

This is an advert which Tajima never made. Lee has done it without even realising it and boy has it blown me away!!

[@caseygreen4400]

Is this machine still running smooth. I had the same kind of issues you was having with the machines I bought. I wanted to get this one but wanted to know if you are still impressed after 6 months of running.

[@leestuart38]

Love this machine. I have a full review on it coming in a few weeks

[@atifrana917]

What a machine! Congrats and your content and products are top-notch!

[@leestuart38]

Thanks a lot!

[@justchilling7594]

Looks awesome a good digitizer makes a huge difference as well. Nothing better than watching a pro in action.

[@leestuart38]

Good digitizing definitely makes a world of difference even with a good machine. I plan on making a video testing some digitizers

[@20vK]

​@@leestuart38 would be very interested in seeing the differences and end results. Maybe create a few stress test designs with design features that test the digitisers to the max? Would also be something you could keep and refer to as a reference piece to find the limit of what your machine is capable of producing - kind of a step wedge exposure test, but for embroidery! Glad to see you've got yourself a quality embroidery machine that can deliver - your whole shop has really come together recently. Congrats Lee

[@jailblazin]

@@leestuart38 I use one called Ignition Drawing. They're supposed to be pretty good -- would be dope to see how they stack up against other digitizers

[@CM-gk2ft]

@@jailblazinignition has gone down hill the last few years. If you send out for revisions, they don’t communicate at all, then end up sending the same crap over and over. Plus they’re overpriced even before their new price hikes. We use Digitizing Ninjas, super fast and cheap and will actually rework a design if the sewout is crap. All of these digitizers are running through software now, so it’s all about who gives the best CS.

[@matthewenderle8880]

I just got a TFMX-1501 and I've gone through three other brands prior. Tajima is one of the best machines in my experience!

[@leestuart38]

Switching brands was honestly one of the best decisions I've made in my shop

[@matthewenderle8880]

​@@leestuart38 if there's anything you need help on, reach out to The Embroidery Nerds. We're here to help you with anything you need.

[@CM-gk2ft]

I found I have to crank my bobbin tension to 400, run at 850/min and lift my presser foot 3-4 clicks up on my melco, but it puts out super nice hats and rarely has a threat break and once I actually knew what I was doing, never a needle break. Looks like your hat comparison was just a bobbin tension issue on the Melco. Do you still have the Melco? For sale?

[@nathanmoreau1063]

100% Agree

[@lowtidecustoms1166]

So rad man... that red curved bill looks so sick!! I think that needs to be in my collection!!

[@leestuart38]

I agree. It's my new favorite

[@holyrolly]

As some one who is trying to get into the Embroidery space - can you kindly share how much does a machine like this cost? or how much you spent? I am on the fence between Melco, Ricoma and Tajima. One of the deciding factors is the cost of entry. thanks

[@victorguzman1714]

I 2nd this

[@BjornRktos]

$10000 used it looks like with a quick Google search

[@BORICUACHANNEL]

same here I have a contract ready to sign with Ricona

[@nzcalling]

He does a newer video about this machine because he swaps it out for a 6 head. In his review video he says $28K

[@atdower]

They’re ~32k

[@US_Embroidery_Digitizing_Team]

There's no denying that it makes a great machine. I have the D models and they are still working great.

[@kevinprice6099]

Fantastic Video. Your enthusiasm is contagious for the industry. Keep it up 😊

[@leestuart38]

Thanks for everything Kevin!

[@ZsoCreative1NJ]

Can’t wait to see you in action with the new machine

[@MrBlocksDesignRescue]

I teach high school graphic design and I've been looking into adding an embroidering machine to my classroom to give my students another method to output (and sell) their design work. I've already got a screen printing machine, heat presses, printers, and more in my class. I'll be using your videos in my discussion about what it means to be an entrepreneur and to demonstrate what's possible. Thanks.

[@lemonsorlimes9406]

You are awesome!!

[@whitneyhungerford9744]

Holy shit I didn’t know you were some big time KZbinr now! Awesome!

[@eyeexaggerate7687]

I remember seeing monster embroidery machines in that building that was at the base of the Disraeli, can’t remember the name but it also had that huge mural around the building. I design apparel and so on. A couple of people you know from Cona recommended your channel, nifty stuff.

[@LaCarretaMusical]

Whats the price for this machine thank you.

[@highdesertbiker]

THIS IS SO COOL. Man i always wanted to start a t shirt biz and gave up and now u are inspiring me

[@adeelshorts]

I am freelance Embroidery digitizer . Available for digitizing projects . I would like to help new people

[@ZsoCreative1NJ]

Congratulations! Got to see Tajima multi head in action at Impressions Expo in AC a few days ago- gotta say that’s where I’m heading in the future.

[@leestuart38]

Thanks! Can't wait to learn more about it

[@Smallbore2wheels]

Glad to see little Jimmy in buttery b-roll kicking ass and taking names

[@leestuart38]

He's a killer

[@daphnemartin3301]

Hi Lee, do you know where I can find a video on the Touch Screen Operation Panel showing me how to operate this panel. I've got a job that has this very panel and I would love to learn more about it before I start my job.

[@LootGoblinTV]

Just getting into the business and found your video super helpful!

[@leestuart38]

Glad to hear it!

[@Rjacket]

I have a questions about your work tables. Do you have a recommendation on a table that is perfect for you? Height, weight, stability, material etc. I'm using countertops from Ikea and dealing with humidity sagging. Pls help

[@VinaykanthK]

curious about your 4 months run. have you had any issues with the Presser shaft? as in breaking apart with very minor impacts ?

[@mnedozaredd]

I would really like to know the name of the machine that you sat in the corner that wasn’t running properly?? I just received my Ricoma MT-1501, please tell me it wasn’t this machine??

[@alegrasbow]

You didn't really got any issues with the gold on such a density design if this is true the machine is a beast. The most complicated thread on one of the most challenging items and no issues this is amazing. I'm looking to get me one, but I now they expensive but also worth the money. It's a Rolls Royce under the embroidery machines. Congratulations, on the machine, you will love it.

[@leestuart38]

Zero issues with the metallic on that one. I have the odd thread break with metallic but it's only when it comes off the spool in a knot, so that's not the machines issue. Trying to figure out how to eliminate that.

[@alegrasbow]

@@leestuart38 That is the major issue with metallic thread, you get this knots because how the thread comes from the spool, the thread wind's around his self. There are thread stands that spins around how the thread goes from the spool and therewith less knots and less thread breaks.

[@alegrasbow]

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[@MTMT-wm2dq]

Thank You Thank You for the information. From Singapore cheers!

[@skyflorecords814]

How much was it and do you want to sell the other one? I'm trying to start a business my self and I made the dumb mistake of buying an sublimation printer first.

[@TWICE_IS_LIFE_9]

Is it possible to know the price of this printer because im trying to start a business and saw this video and the machine is truly amazing. Could you also recommend other printers that are similar to this one as well.

[@BobbyRose23]

I am thinking about an embroidery machine and it’s honestly between Tajima or Ricoma, not sure which one to go with.

[@leestuart38]

Do not get a Ricoma, everyone does regrets it eventually. The extra money for a Tajima is worth it

[@CameronNorman26]

what sucks is i bought my melco machine because of your video, im currently having the same issue constant thread breaks.

[@marksavage3906]

I did the same, but bought 3 of them, they are going back.

[@AnnaHerman]

I want to know how to take my designs, photograph them, upload , make it in any size I want & pick colors.

[@mandihare8245]

Would you happen to know anything about software updates for the Tajima?

[@TATRS]

Hello, my brother. I am from Iraq. I didn't understand the video well due to the language difference. I want you to advise me on the best five machines that can be purchased.

[@joseconcepcion4612]

what will be a good machine to start a small business ?

[@leestuart38]

This one. Embroidery is not a place to save money, everyone regrets it. Buy nice or buy twice.

[@sonidolibertadlatinausa6631]

Hello, a question, who was your supplier? I want more information about this machine.

[@leestuart38]

RB digital

[@smaganas]

what's the best way to find local shops that use this type of quality machine?

[@cutformllc3451]

Thanks for the video! Im waiting on our tmez It-m 6 head. Super stoked

[@leestuart38]

Congrats! It's a beast of a machine

[@jelanehoneysuckle5025]

I have the Tatami SAI, (8 needles) and it stitches wonderful. I never have to change the tension except on 12 weight thread. Hats come out great too. This brand is excellent on very small letters. I'm a small home business but I have done up to 49 hat which I used both 40 & 60 weight thread, without one thread break. I am really thinking of getting the TMEZ to get a larger embroidery field. SWF just came out with an auto tension and pressure foot too. So on paper, looks like the TMEZ only advantage is the position alignment feature which will cost me an extra 10K. I'm gonna check on the stitch quality of the new SWF next. Anyone have SWF KXT 1501model?

[@lukasstahl5979]

Which machine did u end up getting, literally in the same boat rn?…

[@jelanehoneysuckle5025]

I bought the TMEZ. See my other comment

[@AlexJay2113]

Also a The Black Dahlia Murder fan!!! REST IN POWER TREVOR STRNAD. Great video Sir!

[@leestuart38]

My guy 👊🏻👊🏻

[@donnaflorek2697]

Your hat hoop gives you sooo much space to embroider in. I am curious if it came with the machine or was it an add on? How much?

[@leestuart38]

The machine comes with 2 of them

[@littlemissblueyes100]

Have a 17 year old happy used to have 4 head Tajima... Tajima for hats all the way. I am looking new machines deciding between Tajima Happy or Melco. Tajima is like $10k more for similar features of Happy.

[@leestuart38]

Whatever you do, don't go melco. The two best machines on the market today are Tajima and Barudan, nothing else really compares. The cost of entry is high but it's 100% worth it

[@vanillarice24]

Man im just tipping my hat into this industry and def want one of these machines now haha

[@mohammedrashid4779]

How much do they cost? Cant seem to find any info on the prices anywhere!

[@easterfloreslamb]

Can u pls show us how to recieve the logo? I was trying to find the manual handbook on this

[@MikesLife87]

Well this video made me decide on what embroidery machine to get. Thanks bud. And what a great video. Liked and subscribed.

[@leestuart38]

Thanks man! Can't go wrong with this machine. I've had it running non stop daily for weeks and it's been rock solid so far

[@MikesLife87]

@@leestuart38 awesome. Can’t wait to view more vids.

[@jermelwells1930]

Yo is your echo2 still up and running? Mines just lost the printhead which is stick in customs…. That embroidery looks fire. Might have to switch gears 😂

[@adriannecrooke]

I have Toyotas and I need to upgrade. They work great but they won’t last forever. I think you’ve helped me make a huge decision. Thanks from the Virgin Islands. 🇻🇮 P. S. I will cry when those machines are gone. They were made by Tajima and they are built to last. Ours are between 15 and 20 years.

[@leestuart38]

You won't regret the decision to update with these new machines, they're incredible

[@dtruth5988]

Congrats Lee! Another piece added to your arsenal of making things...More power to you brother. May you continue to inspire those who subscribe and even those that hate on what you are doing. Be blessed!

[@leestuart38]

I appreciate that!

[@Chuycorona17]

This is my next purchase. Great video as always! Currently have a ZSK sprint 7 and a Tajima 2 head.

[@leestuart38]

Nice setup. You'll love this thing, it's incredible

[@Chuycorona17]

@@leestuart38 love your channel man. Keep grinding 🙌

[@johnkase6285]

Sick AF Lee, you can't stop smiling, lol

[@angus186]

Where are you located and where did you purchase this machine? Thanks

[@kemjob2811]

Hey, can you share your where you get your hats from. Like wholesale supplier of all different type of premium hats

[@ChrisWEarly]

That's hilarious that the shop I work at has gone through the same Melco -> Tajima pipeline. Have a great time with it!

[@leestuart38]

I've talked to soooo many people who did the same thing. Haven't heard one negative comment about it haha.

[@ChrisWEarly]

@@leestuart38 We're big enough that they were shipped pre-built. So it was roll in, plug in, and go. 6-head and a 1-head. So many hats and hoodies lol.

[@elohimembroidery]

Hahaha, we are pushing our Melco EMT16x out the door....replaced it with a Barudan Pro3. I gave Melco an honest 3-year trial and it failed miserably at hats. I met with Hirsh to buy a Tajima but all they handed me was an invoice for $30k and didn't try to sell the machine at all to me.

[@EJSJ805]

Great video Lee. However, Barudan is the gold standard in EMB! :)

[@theblankworkshop]

That machine looks super smooth. saw them at the expo and I have to say my next machine is probably a tajima

[@leestuart38]

It's so damn smooth, and quiet

[@happyjapanusa5139]

May we also throw our hat in with the Happys kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2bJhoWYr7OJpKs 7, 12 and 15 needle models available. 100% Made in Japan

[@guvavol8131]

It will work with microfibre leather 1.2mm thickness????

[@seckora]

Embroidery screen printing is a killer niche

[@JamieSlays]

This is great

[@leestuart38]

Thanks dude, big fan of your videos 🤘🏻

[@JamieSlays]

Still watching. Love the new machine

[@e-mack]

This looks like something from the 90’s despite the price and functionality is exceptional

[@leestuart38]

Tajima definitely could use an aesthetic overhaul

[@grownprosper]

You have a workhorse!! I was quoted 18.8k usd for a tmbp s1501c at my local retailer. Do you think that's a fair price? Thanks!

[@leestuart38]

Sounds about right to me. Can never go wrong with a Tajima 🤘🏻

[@grownprosper]

@@leestuart38 Glad I'm making the right choice, thanks to informative videos like yours. Appreciate your insights!! 🙏

[@JohnCarey]

This looks so good, I can't wait to see you do 3d/Raised Logo designs on it.

[@leestuart38]

I plan on that very soon

[@Miss-Laine]

Hi. Who would you recommend to make a website?

[@leestuart38]

Just build it yourself on Squarespace or Shopify depending on your needs

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

As the old saying goes, you get what you pay for, You will never beat Japanese Quality when it comes to precision mechanical machinery 👌👌👍👍

[@leestuart38]

You got that right 👍🏻

[@mr.chaotic3135]

Can send a link to where to purchase this machine specifically

[@bhutch216]

The Melco issue seems more like a digitizing issue over an equipment issue.

[@leestuart38]

It wasn't

[@bhutch216]

@@leestuart38 you can tell from the stitching that it’s not being digitized correctly for the machine. I know a ton of people with Melcos that do much more detailed designs no problem.

[@leestuart38]

@@bhutch216 funny you think that, because it was their own in-house digitizer that did it 😂. I've talked to hundreds that have made the same change, every single one was shocked at how much better it is with a good machine.

[@makro8218]

The Melco file seems like the density of the black circle is too low. Also a bit of registration problem. Black circle to wide. But the font on the melco looks good, equal to Tajima, in my opinion the font on the melco is a bit better in vertical lines. Look at the letter O and E, there on the Tajima ist not a clear, exact line…

[@bhutch216]

@@leestuart38 I’m not saying Tajima isn’t the better machine but that file is really a simple sew out and it’s just not done correctly. The Tajima isn’t right either with all the gaps in the text fill

[@HDSwiftty]

How do you buy one of these?? And how much are they?

[@michaelmunoz3757]

What did you do with your melco?

[@biZarr-CARTOON]

What ist better tajima tmez-sc or melco emtx16 ??

[@leestuart38]

Tajima by a long shot. It's like comparing a go-kart to a Ferrari

[@biZarr-CARTOON]

@@leestuart38 really ??? I think befor melco is the best . You now i want buy me a Maschine and i look so much Video of melco i think its better because its very expensive

[@sergiomartinez2450]

Would love to get ur thoughts on ricoma embroidery machine, that is if you have an opinion about them

[@leestuart38]

Stay away from those things. Tajima or Barudan are the industry leaders

[@2iinfinite]

I love digitizing artwork for embroidery. I hate my single needle 4”x4” machine. Changing threads for every color. I would gladly take that machine sitting in the corner

[@roberthorniacek4559]

Hello Lee. When will you be doing a video on the Laser engraver ?

[@leestuart38]

That one's coming next 🤘🏻

[@miracleprocess]

cool 😄

[@brentmooy4807]

Awesome video, the gold is crazy rad, what is the total load and embroidery time for one of your 2.5” round designs on a single head machine??

[@leestuart38]

It really depends on the stitch count of the design. The rogue logo has a shit ton of stitches and I like the run the machine slow to keep things accurate, so it takes about 15 mins

[@luiszamudio8140]

That is goals! hopefully i can upgrade soon. Price range of the TMEZ?

[@Xoldomir_KO]

What camera was it filmed on? Model and brand?

[@leestuart38]

Sony FX3

[@user-vz4fm9uo9q]

Dude where did u get that camo hat that you are wearing? Can you get them wholesale?

[@Conquered]

What program did you use to make the death metal style logo? I was literally just trying to figure out the best way to make an interesting hand drawn style font logos for my new brand's hoodie and wasn't having fun in Illustrator. I saw people using Procreate on iPads using the Apple pencil to freehand draw the fonts and figured that's what they were doing. So I guess I'm wondering how people are making the crazy font logos and graphics.

[@leestuart38]

You need illustrator. Procreate is good for concepts and sketching, but illustrator is king

[@Conquered]

@@leestuart38 okay I'll go back and try to get better at it haha

[@nex5250]

could you make a video on how to separate colors and layers for screen printing

[@leestuart38]

I plan on it

[@PURP_PLAYS]

always high quality . im gunna need to order a black and gold hat to match the shirt

[@Jocelynguimond09]

Hi what is the price of this and where to get it ?

[@danielbabson9782]

Can I come for physical training embroidery and Tshirt printing please

[@1738Crafting]

Hey dude could you give me a ballpark cost of this? Tajima makes it kinda difficult to find and msrp or even lease prices

[@leestuart38]

I have a video review on this machine that covers the different costs of it in different regions 👍🏻