Inkpress PCL111420 Commercial Luster Inkjet Paper

I came across this paper in a search for a size larger than 8 1/2 x 11".

Having an Epson printer, I first tried to find an Epson paper with

the finish I wanted in 11 x 14" format. No luck. I encountered the

same problem looking for Harman paper.

Finally I came across the Inkpress Luster paper, hoping there would

be a profile available for my Epson printer. Fortunately, there was.

Since I don''t do much printing, I ordered 20 sheets. If it didn''t work

out, I could always give the paper away.

Using the Inkpress profile and the Qimage printing software from ddisoftware,

I hit the "print" button and crossed my fingers. After all, an 11 x 14" print

will use a lot of ink.

I was rewarded with a high quality print, nearly as good as I''ve received from

a print lab. Since it''s hard to get these by chance, I conclude that Inkpress

carefully tested their profile before making it available for download. This,

of course, is what we want to see from a reputable manufacturer and what

would generate repeat purchases.

I printed several black & white prints with this. Although I was expecting a more glossy paper, I was still quite happy with the results.

I printed with a Canon PixmaPro 9500 mkII. I visited Inkpress'' website to download the correct ICC profile, but there was a statement to use Canon''s built-in profiles. I followed their instructions & sure enough, the results were spot on.

The one caveat is make sure your printer recognizes the 11x14 size. This problem took me by surprise, but was able to work around it (I selected "plain paper", which then allowed me to select "custom size", "11x14" of course, then changed the paper type back to the correct paper). This is prob not a problem on most printers, but it happened with this particular printer. Wanted to share in case it happens to anyone else.

The only reason I didn''t give it 5 stars is how it compares to the paper I regularly use (Hahnemuhle Museum Etching paper). Sorry, had to reserve a star. Unfortunately they do not make a paper that suited my needs for this project. Fortunately it allowed me the opportunity to discover Inkpress.

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Used on an Epson 1400 eith 3rd party inks(which otherwise have been satisfactory)caused severe bleeding. Cannot recommend.Have not yet tried on another printer with pigment inks.

Update:1-26-13: Installed MIS B&W pigment inkset and using proper curves, was able to get great results. Would use tis paper again

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I have used this paper for 5 years now. Since I got my Epson R2400 printer. It is excellent. I print the 11x14, 11x17, 8.5x11, 4x5 sizes. I simply have no complaints. It is a fine product.

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I have previously ordered similar paper on Amazon from a different photo company who had terrible service. However, this product arrived before the first estimated date, way ahead of schedule! The paper was in perfect shape, great service thanks!