QTR-Quadtone RIP

Has anyone run a systematic comparison on print characteristics using 
the Quadtone RIP versus Advanced B&W on the Epson 4800 (or equivalent)?

I know defenders of both but they have not done the work to really 
compare them.

In a message dated 9/27/2007 7:57:47 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
dspeltz@... writes:

Has  anyone run a systematic comparison on print characteristics using 
the  Quadtone RIP versus Advanced B&W on the Epson 4800 (or  equivalent)?

I know defenders of both but they have not done the work  to really 
compare them.



I don't think it will work that way.
Comparisons are not validations of print quality, simply because each image  
asks for its own expression in print 'quality' or emphasis. I use both QTR and 
 ABW as well as IP to find the best rendition of a given image. I go further. 
I  have a 4000 set up with NK7 and another with mix of piezo inks. A third 
uses UC  and IP. Then there are my 2 4800's (mk and pk), because the paper 
factor comes  into the picture.
In short, there is no simple comparison of this or that RIP. 
About a year ago, a number of us participated in a Print-Off of an image of  
Amadou Diallo's choice. We each printed the same image on Han PR as a 
'straight  print' and then as a free for all, whatever you like print. The RIPS 
included  IP, ABW, QTR and Studio Print. It was very interesting to see all the 
versions  up on the wall.
 
Richard Massie



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Richard...you are a person I need to speak to.  I am planning a new printer and inks etc etc and my head is swimming.  I am a former tradtional darkroom person who was used to very very good results.  Would you mind of I asked you a few question via your AOL email?
   
  Thanks
   
  Ralph

CorrPro96@... wrote:
          
In a message dated 9/27/2007 7:57:47 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 
dspeltz@... writes:

Has anyone run a systematic comparison on print characteristics using 
the Quadtone RIP versus Advanced B&W on the Epson 4800 (or equivalent)?

I know defenders of both but they have not done the work to really 
compare them.

I don't think it will work that way.
Comparisons are not validations of print quality, simply because each image 
asks for its own expression in print 'quality' or emphasis. I use both QTR and 
ABW as well as IP to find the best rendition of a given image. I go further. 
I have a 4000 set up with NK7 and another with mix of piezo inks. A third 
uses UC and IP. Then there are my 2 4800's (mk and pk), because the paper 
factor comes into the picture.
In short, there is no simple comparison of this or that RIP. 
About a year ago, a number of us participated in a Print-Off of an image of 
Amadou Diallo's choice. We each printed the same image on Han PR as a 
'straight print' and then as a free for all, whatever you like print. The RIPS 
included IP, ABW, QTR and Studio Print. It was very interesting to see all the 
versions up on the wall.

Richard Massie

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In a message dated 9/27/2007 5:54:44 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
rivercom05@... writes:

Richard...you are a person I need to speak to.  I am planning a  new printer 
and inks etc etc and my head is swimming.  I am a former  tradtional darkroom 
person who was used to very very good results.  Would  you mind of I asked you 
a few question via your AOL email?

Thanks

Ralph



I'd be happy to "kick the can" with you.
 
Where are you located? I'm in Brooklyn, NY.
 
Richard



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