I am beginnig to shoot 8x10 film, and I am considering purchasing a Durst 184 enlarger. I currently use a Beseler 45MXT for everything from 35mm through 4x5. Ideally, I would like to print 35mm, medium format, 4x5 and 8x10 on the Durst. Has anyone had experience printing this wide range of formats on a Durst 184? Do you have problems with long exposure times with the smaller formats? The unit currently as a condenser head with a 1000 watt light source. The person who is selling it suggests putting an Omega D lamphead inside the Durst head for 35mm through 4x5. Any thoughts on this. I am thinking of using an Aristo variable contrast 8x10 cold head. Has anyone tried this?
I will be grateful for any advice.
Thank you
David Michael Bigeleisen
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