Digital BW, The Print

Guy,

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> > > I'm using MIS UT3D in a 2200 with QTR, and I'm noticing dots in 
the
> > > highlights of my prints, and I'd like to reduce them so I'm
> > > considering replacing the MK and LK positions with a lighter 
version
> > > of the LC and MC inks (LLC and LLM) in an effort to get smoother
> > > highlights.
 
...
> > 30/70 is the standard dilution, but you have some flexibillity 
there. 
> > Glop would be the dilutant you'd want to use with that inkset.
...


> I only print on glossy papers, thus my wanting to replace both LK 
and
> MK. Those inks simply don't get used, and it seems like a waste to 
not
> use those ink positions.
... 
> Do you think it's worth the effort?
> 

If the inkset by itself is not smooth enough for you, then it might 
well be worth the effort to add more dilute inks.  The super-light 
inks have their place.  Many of my inkset designs have simply added 
other features, typical more tonal control, with the trade-off of 
slightly less smoothness.  Whether these trade-offs are good or bad 
depends on the printing styles and subjects, as well as personal 
preferences.  I must say, I'm enjoying the creamy smooth prints my 
latest Eboni-6 and Carbon-6 inksets produce.  In some shots it makes 
a difference to me also.

Good luck with the mixing.  It should work well.

Paul   
www.PaulRoark.com