I received a set of sample prints from Lyson (GB) that were made using an Epson 2100 and Lyson's QuadBlack Toneable inkset. The prints I have included several matte papers (smooth and textured fine art in two weights) and one high gloss RC paper. I had requested a print on the new Darkroom Gloss, but they said in a note that I received with the samples that Darkroom Gloss is not recommended for use with this inkset in the 2100/2200 printers "because of media weight". On the plus side, the Quadblack Toneable prints had very high dmax and the glossy print had no bronzing. Additionally, the QuadBlack Toneable prints appear to have good "depth" and luminance. Unfortunately, all of these prints exhibited severe metamerism, shifting from strong purple/magenta under incandescent lighting to slightly greenish in daylight - much more pronounced than the metamerism exhibited by the Epson Ultrachromes. The 2100/2200 inkset appears to consist of 3 neutral, 2 warm, and 2 cool inks. Toning is controlled in Photoshop via the use of channel mixer adjustment layers and a softproof icc profile (see user guide pdf). http://www.lyson.com/Technical%20Support/Quad%20Black%20Toneable/ QBT_UserGuide.pdf Based on earlier comments, I understand that there may be a different inkset or better behavior with this one on Darkroom Gloss when used with a RIP so I look forward to hearing more about these developments.
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Lyson QuadBlack Toneable for 2100/2200
2004-07-04 by Carl Schofield
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