Digital BW, The Print

--- In DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com, FRD <f.dz@...> 
wrote:
>
> I just recently came to procure an R1800 at a price I was unable 
to resist.
> I have been printing with the R2400 for both my color and and 
using ABW--BW
> and toned prints on matte paper.
> 
> I'm looking to explore luster and glossy papers for color (to 
match that
> c-print look) and plan to dedicate one of the printers to BW only.
> 
> I don't usually print large volumes...Maybe 2 large prints a week 
on
> average. With my busy work/life I'm looking to implement something 
low
> maintenance despite the cost. (UT3 carts?)
> 
> Looking for any advice on which printer to dedicate for this 
setup. It seems
> from the outset at least that 2400=BW, 1800=color glossies
>

In my opinion, I would them as you have listed.  The 1800 is the 
same as the 800 and I found it to be pretty poor for BW.  I sold my 
800 to a guy that prints nothing but color in it and he loves it.  I 
print my BW on my 2400 with ABW and am very happy with it.

keith