PDA

View Full Version : cheap printer


ignatiusjk
9-Jun-2008, 15:08
Does anybody know of a decent printer that's nmot ot expensive? I recently got a Epson scanner and I want to make prints but I don't want to spend big bucks.
Ron Marshall
9-Jun-2008, 16:32
Epson sells refurbished printers on its website. A couple of years ago I got a refurb 2200 for $450. With the Quadtone RIP it does a reasonable job wi b/w.

The Cone septone inks are great for b/w, but now require a bulk feed.
Preston
9-Jun-2008, 16:33
A couple of questions...

How much can you afford to spend?

How large is the largest print you wish to make?

-PB
Steven Barall
9-Jun-2008, 19:24
I second the Epson refurb idea.
Peter Mounier
10-Jun-2008, 09:05
Uh oh. You're in for a surprise. Lots a good printers are cheap. It's the ink that's going to hurt.

Peter
trink408
10-Jun-2008, 09:38
Uh oh. You're in for a surprise. Lots a good printers are cheap. It's the ink that's going to hurt.

Peter

No doubt about that!! I did a portfolio project for a Christmas present on the new Canon Pro9000 I bought and I probably spent $250 in ink alone!!

by the way my Pro9000 works pretty good for a $350 printer. Not real happy with black and white prints, tends to have a green shade. I also am a little bummed it doesn't print borderless 11x14 prints, with some playing around I think you can get around that issue though.
The color prints I've done to 11x17 look fantastic.

Good luck.
D. Bryant
10-Jun-2008, 10:12
Does anybody know of a decent printer that's not to expensive? I recently got a Epson scanner and I want to make prints but I don't want to spend big bucks.

Don't pinch pennies too much for a printer or you are sure to have buyers remorse down the road.

What's your budget?

As others have mentioned it's the consumables that will cost you in the end.

Don Bryant
hassiman
10-Jun-2008, 11:16
If you can get a refurb Epson 3800. SUPERB printer.
trink408
10-Jun-2008, 12:49
If you can get a refurb Epson 3800. SUPERB printer.

I was wondering about that printer, look very nice...
ignatiusjk
10-Jun-2008, 16:48
I just basically want it for proofing.$ 200. is what I'm hoping to spend.
D. Bryant
10-Jun-2008, 17:24
I just basically want it for proofing.$ 200. is what I'm hoping to spend.Well the Epson 1400 is currently for sale @ Epson.com for $269. That includes free shipping and an instant $30 rebate.

This printer will certainly support your needs for proofing and more.

Don Bryant