I have had the new version for about a week now, I have not had a lot of time with it as I am smack in the middle of building a new studio here in Oregon. From the little I have used it I have had 0 issues with it, without a set up the throw is very long like longer than you would ever want. once you get the weight of a needle bar attached its a very nice long throw that has a strong consistent hit. It has a really nice confident punchy feel to it, like you know the ink is saturated even before wiping. The new more compact size is perfect and the weight feels like a real machine and not a toy. Mike has always gone out of his way to answer any question even texting me making sure I was pleased with the machine. As soon as I get the doors open I have a feeling this will get used a lot. Thanks Mike!