Epson opens up market for in-house proofing

With the new Epson Design Editions, covering three key products within its range – the SP-WT7900, the SP-4900 and the SP-3880 – Epson delivers a complete one-stop-shop for all in-house proofing needs.

For busy departments or agencies who don’t have time to research, benchmark and purchase each element individually, the Design Editions represent a quick and cost-effective investment. Simply select the Epson printer to suit and, via one of its channel partners, Epson provides the entire package of hardware, and RIP software from EFI – its popular Express Edition – along with a set of Epson media profiles. Users can also add the SpectroProofer if they have the need for automatic and highly accurate colour calibration and measurement.

Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Design Edition – the industry’s first white ink packaging proofing printer, offering an innovative and unique ink formulation which is capable of printing on various substrates including metallic at sizes of up to 24 inches (53.35cm).

Epson Stylus Pro 4900 Design Edition – for agencies and in-house departments who want to tap into the industry’s highest Pantone match rate of 98 per cent, providing high-quality proofs at up to 17 inches (43.2cm).

Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Design Edition – for smaller design studios or freelancers who want a compact, affordable printer for their proofing needs at up to 17 inches (43.2cm).

The SP- WT7900 and SP-4900 Design Editions are available from December and The SP-3880 Design Edition is available from January 2012. The Design Editions will be available across EMEA.