Digital BW, The Print

I can't really add much to Martin's response, except
that the 1280 is an exceptional printer for quadtone
work.  It is a great system when coupled with the R9
(piezography) driver and profiles - which takes much
of the guesswork out of printing.  I've used MIS and
Piezography inks and found little difference in actual
use.

Additionally, the dual toner inkset that Paul is
devising for the 1280 should be a great incentive in
purchasing the printer.  From all looks in the list
files, it should be an interesting (and economical)
inkset to say the least.


> I have used both and find them dot less. The 1280
> and other printers do have
> a characteristic linear pattern in the direction of
> head travel in some
> tonal ranges but you have to use a loupe to see it.
> I think the end result
> with the Piezo and MIS-VM workflows is equally good.
> Personally I prefer the
> Piezo as I feel I can get to a finished print faster
> and easier. Ink costs
> ultimately are negligible compared to what you wind
> up spending on paper so
> I don't believe that is much of an issue. However,
> if you want variable hue
> than MIS-VM is the way to go with the 1280 at the
> moment.
> 


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