Looking for a good printer for graphic studio

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phuile
Oct 22, 2004
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I have been using a Tektronix (Xerox) Phaser 560 with extended features for a number of years. I am now looking to upgrade it to a new printer for a design studio. The Phaser 560 is a colour laser network printer with postscript, so I am looking to purchase one with similar capabilities. However, print quality is of primary concern so I am willing to consider good inkjets and other types of printers as well.

The primary use for the printer will be for accurate colour proofing (for our own use as well as presentation to clients), and printing short run job for clients.

Budget-wise, I am looking within a reasonable price range. I understand that some inkjets can be very economical but I am not sure of the quality of the prints. However, I have heard that some are very good. In general, anything that falls within US$1500 is good. But I am willing to consider something more expensive if it produce good prints.

Thanks for any suggestions.
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tacitr
Oct 22, 2004
The primary use for the printer will be for accurate colour proofing…

As in, contract proof accurate?

In general, anything that falls within US$1500 is good.

Ain’t no way you’re gonna get something that’s color accurate enough for contract proofing for that price, no how.

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phuile
Oct 23, 2004
I did mention that I will consider printers of higher prices if they are good, or if they are necessary. Which printer(s) would you recommend?

I also understand that laser print will never be 100% accurate. I would like to have something that is very close.

(Tacit) wrote in message news:…
The primary use for the printer will be for accurate colour proofing…

As in, contract proof accurate?

In general, anything that falls within US$1500 is good.

Ain’t no way you’re gonna get something that’s color accurate enough for contract proofing for that price, no how.
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lkrz
Oct 23, 2004
I did mention that I will consider printers of higher prices if they are good, or if they are necessary. Which printer(s) would you recommend?

I also understand that laser print will never be 100% accurate. I would like to have something that is very close.

Epson Stylus Pro 4000 probably one of the best right now, runs $2,000 and more.

http://www.digitalartsupplies.com/epstpro40.html
Epson Stylus 2200 a lower cost second. That’s closer to $1,000.

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phuile
Oct 23, 2004
Thanks for the suggestions. Any colour laser that you would recommend? As I said I will look at more pricey printers if they are good.

Petre

(LauraK) wrote in message news:…
I did mention that I will consider printers of higher prices if they are good, or if they are necessary. Which printer(s) would you recommend?

I also understand that laser print will never be 100% accurate. I would like to have something that is very close.

Epson Stylus Pro 4000 probably one of the best right now, runs $2,000 and more.
http://www.digitalartsupplies.com/epstpro40.html
Epson Stylus 2200 a lower cost second. That’s closer to $1,000.
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lara hartley
Oct 24, 2004
In article ,
(LauraK) wrote:

I did mention that I will consider printers of higher prices if they are good, or if they are necessary. Which printer(s) would you recommend?

I also understand that laser print will never be 100% accurate. I would like to have something that is very close.

Epson Stylus Pro 4000 probably one of the best right now, runs $2,000 and more.

http://www.digitalartsupplies.com/epstpro40.html
Epson Stylus 2200 a lower cost second. That’s closer to $1,000.

Actually, the 2200 is between $650 and 700. I bought mine at comp usa and with the rebates, the price was about $630.

And it is a fab printer!

lara


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