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Best Wide/Large Printer for the Price??


I need some opinions, whats thebest printer for the price? I was looking at the HP 8750 and some Epson models. Also if anyone has opinions on Sub Dye vs. Ink Jet. Thanks Alot.


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June 27, 2006

 

Peter M. Wilcox
  I have an 8750 I'm very pleased with. The vivera inks in combination with the HP premium plus photo papers give excellent results - although print cost is not cheap. This ink/paper combination is physically very rugged (and archival), the paper expands when wet and absorbs the ink, although it will still water spot, especially when not completely dry.


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June 27, 2006

 

John G. Clifford Jr
  I'd look at the Epson R1800, R2400, and if you're willing to look at a used printer, the R2200.

I picked up an R2200 for $250 that prints 13" beautifully. This was the best inkjet printer a few years ago and is still one of the best.

You can get continuous ink systems for these printers to cut your ink costs by 90% or more, too.


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