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janebrophy
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Joined: Apr 19, 2007
Posts: 382
Location: Ontario Canada
Birthday: Oct 20
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 1:46 pm |
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Ok, so I'm really considering buying my first KA. My one dilemma is this - How noisy is it?? My current mixer makes a LOT of noise, so much that while running it, I am always looking over my shoulder, cause I can't hear anything that's going on! Is the KA going to run quietly??
And is it really going to be THAT good??? I am set on the KA as far as brand goes, cause I found a really good deal!  |
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mkolmar
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Joined: May 19, 2006
Posts: 4808
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Birthday: Jun 02
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 5:36 pm |
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I have 2 KA's and love them both. (I actually prefer the older one best, which was made by Hobart.) They are not that loud to run. |
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fondantgrl
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Joined: Oct 11, 2007
Posts: 532
Location: Atlantis
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 5:54 pm |
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The BEST !!!!!!!  |
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jam7
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Joined: Feb 25, 2008
Posts: 85
Birthday: Jun 27
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 6:14 pm |
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I know I'm the minority here, but please research all the brands before you buy. I have a Cuisinart, and I'll never go back to KA!! I highly recommend it! But, I've also heard really good things about the Viking mixers. If you research and still decide on the KA, then you won't feel that "what if" later on.
Just a thought...
Good luck!
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Karabear1125
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Joined: Jan 12, 2007
Posts: 194
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 10:53 pm |
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I actually just bought the 7qt cuisinart and I have the 6qt Kitchen Aid also which is my baby.. I really like the power of the cuisinart but I HATE the big tall bowl!!! Maybe cause Im used to my Kitchen Aid I don't know..but overall they are both great mixers. |
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lisa78332
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Joined: Dec 22, 2006
Posts: 84
Location: TX
Birthday: Jan 31
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 11:06 pm |
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I use mine for everything!!! I absolutely love it. During the Christmas Holidays, I make pan de polvo. (mexican powder cookies). My mom used to make it but knead the dough by hand, which took forever. I'm going on my third christmas making it w/ my KA. And my mom can't get over how easy it is now. |
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suzycakes
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Joined: Mar 30, 2007
Posts: 370
Location: Sheetcake County, Missouri
Birthday: Mar 03
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 11:11 pm |
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I (like mkolmer) have 2 KA's -- one of mine is the older style made by Hobart (estate sale find!!). The other is the basic 4.5 quart style. The larger, older one is definitely louder than the newer one, but I can still have a conversation while they are on. I may not be able to hear the TV which is about 30 feet away -- but I love my KA's!!
I have not tried any other heavy duty brands to compare my KA's with. I think you will love it!
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aliciababcock
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Joined: Aug 29, 2006
Posts: 138
Location: North Little Rock, AR
Birthday: Apr 29
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 11:48 pm |
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I love my KA, but it is the only brand I have had. I got mine almost 2 years ago and have used it so much. I had 3 cakes due this weekend and I made a huge batch of buttercream all at once which is so wonderful, plus I made a double batch of fondant in it without any trouble. |
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Homemade-Goodies
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Joined: Mar 08, 2008
Posts: 454
Location: Purmerend, The Netherlands
Birthday: Oct 15
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Sat Jun 07, 2008 12:50 am |
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I love-love-love my KA!! I am thinking I need another one now, and wouldn't even consider shopping for any other brand!! |
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miss_sweetstory
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Joined: Mar 10, 2007
Posts: 245
Location: Cambridgeshire, England
Birthday: Feb 18
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Sat Jun 07, 2008 1:04 am |
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I have two KAs. One is my "American" 110 v., which is older and was made by Hobart. The other is my "British" 220 v. I love them both, but I find that the newer one is a bit louder...but I can still hear the other stuff that is going on.
Somehow, my kitchen wasn't complete until it has a KA.
Hope you find one that works for you. |
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janebrophy
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Joined: Apr 19, 2007
Posts: 382
Location: Ontario Canada
Birthday: Oct 20
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Sat Jun 07, 2008 4:35 pm |
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Thanks for the replies, I couldn't get on to the site until now! I really appreciate all opinions! I've tried to do as much research as I can, but without using the machines it's really hard to have an "informed" decision! |
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