QTR-Quadtone RIP

fotofred2 <fotofred2@...> wrote:


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> I'm looking at upgraded 2 printers in my Studio, an Epson R1900 and an
> Epson 7600. Both of these 'current' printers are in good condition and are
> performing well. I'd like to dedicate one of them to B&W work and the
> question is which one should it be?
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The 1900 could be used like the 1800 for the 3-MK (Eboni) approach.  (See
http://www.paulroark.com/BW-Info/R1800.htm)  The problem with that is that
with only MK, the smoothness is a bit less than you might want if you like
grainless skies, etc.

I consider the 7600 a modern printer in terms of its cart design and drop
size.  So, it's a good one for wide format B&W.  I use Carbon-6 (user mixed
Eboni-6) as the main ink in my 7800.  It's 100% carbon for the ultimate in
lightfastness and image stability.  See
http://www.paulroark.com/BW-Info/Eboni-6.pdf and
http://www.paulroark.com/BW-Info/Ink-Mixing.pdf.  Previously I've use K4 +
(See http://www.paulroark.com/BW-Info/4K+.pdf) for matte + glossy & variable
tones.

Paul
www.PaulRoark.com




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