Digital BW, The Print

Based upon recommendations of this group I purchased an Epson 4800 
for my studio. I received the printer and have been working with it 
for thast few weeks. The B/W out was lovely and I was quite pleased. 
I have been making prints on Epson Enhanced Matte and Hahnemuhle 
Photo Rag.

I say "was pleased" because I have subsequently purchased the 
Imageprint RIP and I am noe ECSTATIC!

The difference in image quality between the Epson 4800 driver and 
the ImagePrint RIP with Gray Epson and Hahnemuhle profiles is 
astounding. Shadows detail, highlights, tonal smoothness and 
sharpness are simply breathtaking.

The difference in my own subjective opinion is like night and day. 
In comparision to the Quadtone RIP I downloaded for trial is also 
like night and day. The QTR was OK, but the prints from the 
ImagePrint RIP have a luminance glow that every photographer strives 
for.

Just thought I would share my experience and thank those who helped 
with my decision. Based upon the results, I have placed a 9800 on 
order as well.

Thanks

Michael Johnson