Digital BW, The Print

Hi Chris,

>I'm up to speed now on the R1800 approach thanks to Paul and others.

>However, I found out I can get an r2400 for $425 after rebate.

That's an excellent price if it's new.  The refurbished R1800s are about
$350 from Epson and $330 on E-Bay (Epson-refurb).

As you say, you're essentially up to speed on the differences.  They are
both very good printers.  It's probably a subjective decision at this point.

By the way, I'm experimenting with the R260.  Nothing is ready to go yet,
but in general, all the approaches I've used with it fail to meet the
quality of the R1800 with respect to 100% Eboni printing.  I think one does,
indeed, get a better printer when the higher prices are paid.  On the other
hand, a straight Eboni BO with a driver that can do it looks like it'll be a
good entry level bargain for those who do want the most archival B&W at the
lowest price.  The 260 I have does print a single jet smoother than the
1800, but the reduced microbanding may simply be a result of increased
roughness, which is not a good trade for those who want the smoothest
multi-channel carbon printing.

Paul
www.PaulRoark.com