Digital BW, The Print

I know this is not really the right place to ask, but I'm sure that 
most of you print color as well. 
My question is: What are the best inks to buy?

Thanks, Ralf

I recently sent this email about color inks to a friend of mine and I
thought I'd pass it on to you and this group.

Best,

John V.



Here's a nice primer on the most popular inks:

http://www.tssphoto.com/sp/dg/archival_inks.html

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For an ink that is both vibrant and works on glossy with some longevity
thrown in - Lyson Fotonics are the way to go. This page mentions the pros
and cons of this inkset:

http://www.tssphoto.com/sp/dg/news/archive/IJN_06-21-01.html

Also check out this comparison page of Epson 1280 ink's to Fotonics:

http://www.tssphoto.com/sp/dg//news/fotonic/index.html

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For fine art matte prints the most popular inks are the Generations 4 inks.
The inks don't perform well with glossy papers as it leaves a dusting. I
recommend this ink if artists would like to print archival - 100+ years -
fine art works on matte paper. The color gamut is about 95% of the Epson
inks on matte paper - if you don't compare them side by side you will never
miss that 5%. These inks can be purchased at:

http://www.inkjetmall.com  Has NAPP 10% discount!

http://www.mediastreet.com

http://www.wilhelm-Research.com/ Gen. 4 inks are rated for over 100 years