Epson P800 printer: I am in the need of replacing my printer, and when reading about the various Epson printers, find that this one might do the job. If any of you use this Epson p800...

Wanda Krack Loc: Tennessee, USA

I am in the need of replacing my printer, and when reading about the various Epson printers, find that this one might do the job. If any of you use this Epson p800 printer, could you take a moment and give some feedback of perhaps what you like about it and what you dislike about it? MANY THANKS!

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DavidPine Loc: Fredericksburg, TX

I have been an Epson user for 30 years. I have an Epson Pro 3880. That being said I like Epson and their printing application is pretty good. I like the results of my research on the P800. I opted for a Canon Pro 100 and their Studio Pro application. Wow! Canon's tech support is like Apple's and above reproach. I liked the Pro 100 so much that I purchased an additional one. I am equally happy with the second. The key is in using Canon's paper and the Pro Studio Pro application. The only drawback is the Pro 100 uses ink and not the archival dye. That isn't a priority with me though. I have been told that the Pro1000 is a beast (equal to Epson P800 on stats). In either case, I suggest you make sure you use the printer's print application as a plug-in to Photoshop or Lightroom.

DavidPine Loc: Fredericksburg, TX

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Golden Rule Loc: Washington State

I have the p800 so I can print borderless prints on greeting cards. It is a fairly large printer 26" wide and the ink is very expensive. That being said, I do like the printer and it meets my needs.

Bill_de Loc: US

I replaces my 3880 with a P800. l love the results from both, but the feed for large paper seems better on the P800. I print on 8 1/2 x 11 through 17 x 22. I've also contemplated the roller, but haven't jumped yet.

Aside from great prints, the ink can make a whole lot of prints per cartridge set. The downside is a set of ink is about $500. I only use Epson ink.

Epson often has big rebate programs. They even had a trade up bonus when I got mine. I paid a little less than $800 after rebates.

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artBob Loc: Near Chicago

I have used mine for several years now. I originally got it because I wanted to remain with archival inks, and my 2000p was decades old.
Pros: very good in all print aspects.
Cons: Sometimes getting Photoshop printer specs, e.g. paper size, to be used by the printer is a pain. Also, changing from one setup to another, especially ink sets, seems to cause the printer to spend a lot of time doing something fairly noisy (never timed exactly, but these days a minute or so seems excessive), until it's finally ready to go.
Overall, I would recommend it.

Wanda Krack Loc: Tennessee, USA

David Pine, Golden Rule, Bill de, and art Bob, THANK YOU EACH for your input and telling me your experience with this printer. artBob, the printer I will be replacing is the R2000. I have used various Epson printers in the past, and have always been pleased with the prints, and hesitate to change brands.

Thanks again to each of you! I will consider what you have said.

Bill_de Loc: US

artBob wrote:

I have used mine for several years now. I original... (show quote)

That time is what it takes to switch from Photo Black to Matte Black or back. It also uses a lot of ink. I normally use a different printer for documents. It seems to avoid the issue.

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artBob Loc: Near Chicago

Bill_de wrote:

That time is what it takes to switch from Photo Black to Matte Black or back. It also uses a lot of ink. I normally use a different printer for documents. It seems to avoid the issue.

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Thanks—I think you are right. I print both photos on glossy and art prints on matte paper.

Wanda Krack Loc: Tennessee, USA

I use a different printer for documents also, so this is mainly just for photos and cards. It seems to me that all printers I have ever owned use a lot of ink! I have discovered Red River paper, and I like their cards and papers better than Epson's. I also purchase my inks from Atlex, which is a little cheaper than Epson, same brand. Have either of you had a problem with the jets gumming up on this printer?

Bill_de Loc: US

Wanda Krack wrote:

I use a different printer for documents also, so this is mainly just for photos and cards. It seems to me that all printers I have ever owned use a lot of ink! I have discovered Red River paper, and I like their cards and papers better than Epson's. I also purchase my inks from Atlex, which is a little cheaper than Epson, same brand. Have either of you had a problem with the jets gumming up on this printer?

I had problems with the 3880, but so far the P800 has been stellar.

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artBob Loc: Near Chicago

Wanda Krack wrote:

Have either of you had a problem with the jets gumming up on this printer?

Yes, once. I hadn't used the printer for a long time, had to go through several head cleaning cycles (bye-bye ink!). Now I turn it on and off every few days if I haven't printed, and have had no problems.

Wanda Krack Loc: Tennessee, USA

Thanks for your replies. The last time I had the R2000 cleaned and adjusted by a professional, he suggested that the printers need to be used at least once a week, so now I am trying to do that. I, also go through long periods of time without printing and then do quite a few at once. Guess this is an issue those who have home printers must deal with.

Rich1939 Loc: Pike County Penna.

Wanda Krack wrote:

Thanks for your replies. The last time I had the R2000 cleaned and adjusted by a professional, he suggested that the printers need to be used at least once a week, so now I am trying to do that. I, also go through long periods of time without printing and then do quite a few at once. Guess this is an issue those who have home printers must deal with.

I have an Epson R3000 that I purchased from a UHH member ( cjc2 ). He was selling it because he bought a larger format printer, a P800, for his business. I had hoped he would see this topic and respond. Maybe he still will. As far as I know he has had no serious problems with the P800 and its been over 2 years since I picked up the R3000 and he had the new printer running then
FWIW The R3000 has been a very good printer for me but I do print something at least once a week. If nothing else a 4X6 test print.

BobHartung Loc: Bettendorf, IA

Bill_de wrote:

I replaces my 3880 with a P800. l love the results... (show quote)

Also occasionally there are refurbished P800s available from Epson and some of their sellers at about 50% off list. I am very happy with my P800. I agree that it has better paper feed than the 3880. I have heard however, no personal experience, that the roll paper mechanism is a bit fragile.