QTR-Quadtone RIP

"horstenj" <j.h.j.h@...> wrote:
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I have a 
> 1)3800 + Ink republic carts + color inks
> 2)R285 + UT3D
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> I guess you have to just ask IR and explaining your situation, they're very responsive.
> if I would set a 3800 I would look more to the diluted HP-PK + warm toner setups of Paul Roark: extreme smoothness, with just a bit of toning to achieve dead neutral prints, very good print longevity. With the 3800 you have also sufficient slots to have matte and gloss printing with one setup. Given your own requirements I would expect a setup like that would suit your requirements better.

Thanks Joost. I have tried the UT3D and loved the results. The limitations of the printer (R1900) has brought me to this juncture. I was interested in the difference between the UT7 and UT3D but after reading your and Paul's responses I see the longevity of these sets is somewhat questionable. So it looks like I will look further the HP, 4K, Eboni ink set. I do need the ability of fine tuning the color per paper used and the diluted LC and LM may do the trick.

Thanks,
SteveO

"steveoshoots" <steveoconnell@> wrote:
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> > Goin fur it. I have a couple questions on this set up to achieve the goal of drop-dead gorgeous B&W prints bigger than 13"x13" from a desk top.
> > Epson 3800
> > Ink Republic's 3800 i-refill cart system (can I get this without their ink?)
> > UT7 or UT3D ?
> > Hahnemuhle Fine Art Baryta, or similar luxurious paper.
> > I am concerned with longevity but want a deep black, smoooooth gray ramp and a neutral color as close to my darkroom silver prints as possible.
> > It will be up to me get the numbers with QTR but I'm looking for the best starting point with materials. 
> > The drop-dead gorgeous part will be encouraged with the wine I provide : )
> > tia, SteveO
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