Digital BW, The Print

has anyone ever put together a comparison of the gradients produced 
by the different hex/quadtone inksets/workflows?  Stepwedges only 
show gross correctness and comments on best prints from each system 
only show the best that you can expect, but potentially hide gross 
flaws in each system.  Seems like this would be informative since a 
smooth gradient will show the entire tonal space and the smoothness 
that you can achieve... which is a realistic test as well since you 
just might want to shoot a sidelit white column sometime and might 
want to know in advance if your printer/setup will be able to output 
the tones or posterize them to death.  I understand that many users 
are emotionally attached to their chosen system, but... I am looking 
for the best system for me.  Using an 1160 and willing to change to 
any inkset/workflow that will produce the smoothest gradient (don't 
have the time, energy or money to purchase each and run exhautive 
tests myself...)

Also, if this has never been done and people are willing to help I 
would collect results and then scan and publish them on the web.  All 
we'd have to do is agree on a standardized b->w gradient file to 
print to insure consistancy, have everyone print a copy and then send 
them to me.  I think it would be a great resource for the digital b&w 
community.  Please contact me on or off list if you are willing to 
participate. 

thanks for all advice,

mark