Digital BW, The Print

<pr_roark@...> wrote:

> 
> I just ordered a cheap CIS for $48 on eBay to try the Carbon-6
> with my 2200.  That should be close to the 7600 and other k2
> printers.  

Let me know how that works for you.  I have been looking at the same 
thing.

I have an Epson 7880, two 7600's, and a 1400.  I used to have a 
studio, where they all resided quietly out-of-sight. Since I closed 
the studio and moved them home they draw more attention from the wife 
than is healthy. She can't seem to get over how much the large 
printers cost, among other things. ;>)  

I have 3 color ink sets that I am running, still short 1 machine for 
a color set.  I am going to have to use small, inconspicous machines 
from here on out (except for a 9600 or 9880 that I want to add, in 
exchange for one of the 7600's.)

 
> Be sure to try some of the Premier Art Smooth BW to see what

I will add some to my next, weekly, MIS order.

 
> Glop does not appear to be compatible with Eboni-6.  I'll
> be curious if Carbon-6 does better.  

Hmmm, I'll give it a try. Doesn't sound that promising. Oh well.

What do you think about mixing up an inkset like the Carbon 6, but 
using the PKN ink - with blue pigment - as the base for all 6 inks?  
A better gloss set, better with GLOP - would it work OK for all of 
the dilutions?


> > Unfortunately I have to get a start on taxes ...
> 
> Yes, I usually like to start a few hours before mid-night April 15.

You have more confidence in your capabilities than I do!  Or you need 
more excitement in your life ...  

It is nice that there is always the "bail out" option of filing for 
an extension, but you need to be close enough to figure out what you 
owe them anyway.  Good luck.


Best,
Michael