Digital BW, The Print

In all fairness....

If people new to digital B&W printing were to read this forum they may get a rather "one sided" look at the options and perceive a "slant." 

I often get stunning prints from my  Piezo system (with CIS).  I have never had an ink "fail" me...on the other hand, I have had printers (hardware) fail me. 

Perhaps if I were using MIS inks I could say the same.  But for me, Piezo works and I have not had a need to use other inks in its place.   I use a "system" that works...for me.  

My perspective on this may differ from most...

By the way, this statement that Piezo works for me is not a slam on any other inks, indelible or not, MIS or Epson or whatever. 

I am sure that a competent printer with some luck, some capable equipment (printers do vary), and some technique can get good prints from MIS, Piezo, or Epson.  Each has benefits, qualities and characteristics.  

I also think too many people expect too much for too little (work/effort) and that the "ink" is not the only thing that needs to be considered when looking at the options or needs when considering digital BW printing.

Steadman



Bruce wrote (SNIP): 
  About the Piezo system:
  1.  The inks often fail when used in a CIS.



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