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Post by mcjunkin on Jul 13, 2023 12:26:55 GMT
Today (7/12) Epson has the PM-400 on sale for $199.99 and the refurb on sale for 139.99.
I got a refurb directly from them last fall for $169.99. The first one they sent would not load paper. They quickly sent out a second unit that has worked perfectly and sent me labels to return the first one. I am very pleased with it. It looks brand new.
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kitbop
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Post by kitbop on Jul 13, 2023 21:30:17 GMT
Question for those who use the PM-400: do you use Epson papers? Glossy or matte? I prefer matte photos but don't see this option. If you use glossy - do you prefer the gloss or just put up with it?
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Post by mom on Jul 13, 2023 21:51:33 GMT
Question for those who use the PM-400: do you use Epson papers? Glossy or matte? I prefer matte photos but don't see this option. If you use glossy - do you prefer the gloss or just put up with it? I use Epson glossy and love it but most people want matte. I use the Epson Premium Gloss Paper. |
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Post by dewryce on Jul 14, 2023 3:10:17 GMT
Are these papers long lasting? Do you like the quality of the photos? My scrappy life would be so much easier if I could use a good color printer, but my history with printing at home photos is not great.
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Post by mrssch on Jul 14, 2023 12:13:47 GMT
I purchased canon matte photo paper and hate it — it’s basically cardstock. I will try the Eason ultra paper.
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Post by caspad on Jul 14, 2023 20:21:06 GMT
Question for those who use the PM-400: do you use Epson papers? Glossy or matte? I prefer matte photos but don't see this option. If you use glossy - do you prefer the gloss or just put up with it? I've had a Picturemate for years and always use the ultra glossy Epson photo paper to print at home. When I order from Persnickety Prints, I get matte and have always been happy with the quality and color. I recently had to reprint a photo that was ordered from Persnickety due to a stamping mishap. The colors of the ultra glossy Epson paper are very vibrant and lively compared to the Persnickety matte. It was the first time I had a side-by-side comparison of the same photo. I think you'd be happy with the ultra glossy especially if you use page protectors or pockets. |
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Post by mom on Jul 14, 2023 22:23:58 GMT
Are these papers long lasting? Do you like the quality of the photos? My scrappy life would be so much easier if I could use a good color printer, but my history with printing at home photos is not great. I LOVE the quality of paper that I get -- Epson Glossy Premium and/or Epson Glossy Ultra Premium. I have never used the lower ends of paper from them. I get mine when Epson puts it 1/2 off on their website. |
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jediannie
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Post by jediannie on Jul 14, 2023 23:50:29 GMT
Epson works best with Epson branded paper or Ilford paper. I use Ilford paper and love it, although it can be very expensive.
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Post by dewryce on Jul 15, 2023 5:11:26 GMT
Thank you for all the input on the paper ladies!
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