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[Digital BW] Re: 2K-2LK on the cheap

2013-05-21 by remononaz1

Cliff:

There are three ways you can go with the 1400/1430 printer:

2K2LK with metallic or gloss paper, subject to the noted 'fade' issue. This is inexpensive with MIS inks, more costly if you purchase Epson or Noritsu black dye ink. 

Carbon 6 with matte papers. This is inexpensive and stable, but you cannot print glossy prints. 

UT-14 with any paper without fade issues. This is bit more expensive, about $130 for the UT-14 set, but it provides lots of latitude. It works very well on any matte paper. I have curves that will allow you to use it on glossy and satin paper in both warm and neutral tones. So far I've not seen any fade or tone change issues and I have images over two years old. (I even left some in a window and they are OK, too.)

I've posted some notes and links to the color curves necessary to print on gloss paper at remononaz.blogspot.com. 

Homer Shannon

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