I've reached the point where I want to get a new printer. I now have an Epson and Canon with 8.5x11 capability. I have been using Epson printers for over 20 years (up to E Size and rolls). I use to mount and vacuum press. I have been researching the R3000, R3880 and the R4900. At 115lbs, I find the 4900 a bit too heavy. The reviews on all 3 are good. I saw one report that indicated the R3000 was as good as the other two. I am leaning toward the R3880 but I can't truly say why except it is considered and upgrade to the R3000. Price wise, in the long run, they are about the same or within $100 of each other. Over the years, I have been very satisfied with the quality prints from Epson and I haven't seriously considered other brands. Paper is the major expense and I have been researching Red River Paper and I like the reviews I have read. After researching, I find that I am confused somewhat. There is nothing like practical experience and I would appreciate input. I have a budget of about $2,000 and all of these fall well within that allowance. One consideration is that I will be hauling the printer to and from my second home on a bi-weekly basis. That's why the 155lbs. bothers me. My prints are not for commercial reproduction but I want high quality. Don't be afraid to head me in another direction.

I've reached the point where I want to get a new printer. I now have an Epson and Canon with 8.5x11 capability. I have been using Epson printers for over 20 years (up to E Size and rolls). I use to mount and vacuum press. I have been researching the R3000, R3880 and the R4900. At 115lbs, I find the 4900 a bit too heavy. The reviews on all 3 are good. I saw one report that indicated the R3000 was as good as the other two. I am leaning toward the R3880 but I can't truly say why except it is considered and upgrade to the R3000. Price wise, in the long run, they are about the same or within $100 of each other. Over the years, I have been very satisfied with the quality prints from Epson and I haven't seriously considered other brands. Paper is the major expense and I have been researching Red River Paper and I like the reviews I have read. After researching, I find that I am confused somewhat. There is nothing like practical experience and I would appreciate input. I have a budget of about $2,000 and all of these fall well within that allowance. One consideration is that I will be hauling the printer to and from my second home on a bi-weekly basis. That's why the 155lbs. bothers me. My prints are not for commercial reproduction but I want high quality. Don't be afraid to head me in another direction.

I've reached the point where I want to get a new printer. I now have an Epson and Canon with 8.5x11 capability. I have been using Epson printers for over 20 years (up to E Size and rolls). I use to mount and vacuum press. I have been researching the R3000, R3880 and the R4900. At 115lbs, I find the 4900 a bit too heavy. The reviews on all 3 are good. I saw one report that indicated the R3000 was as good as the other two. I am leaning toward the R3880 but I can't truly say why except it is considered and upgrade to the R3000. Price wise, in the long run, they are about the same or within $100 of each other. Over the years, I have been very satisfied with the quality prints from Epson and I haven't seriously considered other brands. Paper is the major expense and I have been researching Red River Paper and I like the reviews I have read. After researching, I find that I am confused somewhat. There is nothing like practical experience and I would appreciate input. I have a budget of about $2,000 and all of these fall well within that allowance. One consideration is that I will be hauling the printer to and from my second home on a bi-weekly basis. That's why the 155lbs. bothers me. My prints are not for commercial reproduction but I want high quality. Don't be afraid to head me in another direction.