Digital BW, The Print

I'd say the k3 inks rate as high as 7-8 out of 10. I've had 2 k2 
printers and 2 k3 printers, and the k3 inks are significantly better 
in terms of bronzing, gloss differential, and a bit better color 
gamut (if printing color). And ABW is pretty awesome because its dirt 
simple to get great B&W.  Great dmax range & toning too. I should 
mention QTR w/ k3 inks falls into the same category. I use both for 
different papers.  
SteveB

--- In DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com, "fotomanzzz" 
<fotomanzzz@...> wrote:
>
> I've been "away" - but not in the "big house" :-), and now
> investigating a 2400 (primarily for B/W) to add to my 4000 and 2200
> stable for 17"x and 13"x salon prints.
> 
> Assuming OEM (stock) inks & machines in all cases; would some of you
> good folks give a judgment of the improvement of the K3 inkset over
> the earlier (4000) UltraChrome formula, for both B/W and color
> applications?
> 
> If "1" is hardly noticeable and "10" is "amazing, can't believe it -
> goosebumps",  where would K3 fall on the scale?  Any comments,
> perspectives and recommendations would be much appreciated. 
> 
> I've of course read the Epson K3 "line"; now I would appreciate
> hearing what the pros have found to be "real"!
> 
> Thanks,   Gordon
>