Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets)
This is a 50 sheet box of Multigrade IV FB Fiber Based Paper from Ilford. It is a premium quality variable contrast black and white paper on a double weight 255g/m2 with a bright white fiber base. It can be used for a wide variety of purposes from general printing to exhibition prints. Multigrade IV FB Fiber Based paper is fully compatible with all multigrade printing filters. It is equally suitable for printing from conventional negatives and from XP2 Super negatives.
- Fully compatible with all existing multigrade filters and equipment
- The speed of Multigrade IV FB Fiber depends on the filtration used during exposure. Multigrade IV FB Fiber unfiltered, has a paper speed of ISO P500
- Multigrade IV FB Fiber responds in the same way as other fiber base papers to the usual techniques of toning, chemical reduction and retouching
- Can be mounted using the standard techniques for fiber base papers
| Process Type | Black & white chemicals |
| Base Type | Fiber |
| Tone | Bright white base, with rich blacks |
| Weight | Double weight, 255g/m2 |
| Contrast | Variable grade |
| Surface Finish | Matte |
| Safelight Compatibility |
15W bulbs should be used. A Kodak OC or a Ilford S902 Safelight filter are recommended |
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- Enlarging (13)
- Photography (13)
- Printing (11)
- Developing (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (10), Photo enthusiast (4), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
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- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
LOVE ILFORD PRODUCTS! Best quality out there!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Consistent Reactions
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Best Uses
- Enlarging
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
worked great, very uniform.. have always liked ilford brand photo paper
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
As far as fiber papers go, this one is definitely top-notch. The tones are great and the matte finish is beautiful. A tad pricy, yes, but if you use it wisely you'll be in love with the results.
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Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
This has been my paper of choice for black & white silver printing for the last 10 years or so. I always buy matte finish. It has a great tonal range and allows for deep shadows.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Consistent Reactions
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- Enlarging
- Photography
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I bought this paper in search of a silver gelatin paper that would have no sheen but retain richness and details in the blacks. This paper has great weight and a high silver content resulting in deep blacks and brilliant whites. The texture is amazing and prints have a velvety, suede, cashmere finish. 11x14 size slightly awkward. Great value overall.
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Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
Always enjoy printing with this paper weather it be work prints or final prints.
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
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Best Uses
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I use this product for my studio class. I love the quality of the matt paper. Very reliable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Affordable
- Consistent Reactions
- Easily Cleaned
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Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I'm a college student, Photography major, and working in the darkroom Photographic paper is a must! I haven't found a more affordable place to purchase my paper. Thanks BandH!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
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- Bulky
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
This is great versatile paper. 11X14 is a great size for enlarging 35mm negatives. Let's you see detail without deteriorating resolution. I prefer to use matte versus glossy because it better represents tonal values when displayed with sufficient lighting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Consistent Reactions
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Best Uses
- Enlarging
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I want to print on fiber paper and Iford has a wonderful product. I find the white base very very white and I like that.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I have to say that a lot of people seem to dislike matte paper due to the fact that they feel it leaves your photo print looking flat.
Denied! I really love this paper, I often go for a lot of texture in my prints and the matte paper, having no reflection, gives the print a real, tangibility!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
- Reliable
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I use this paper to print almost all of my black and white images. It has a beautiful range from white to a rich, creamy black. It's a reliable, heavy weight matte paper. Sometimes I like to wax it a little bit to give it a hint of gloss.
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- No
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- Professional
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Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
Great texture and easy to work with. If you like the feel and weight of a good fiber based dbl weight paper. Ilford FB is the best there is. Great contrast and excellent rich darks.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Inconsistent Results
Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
This paper is wonderful to work with, and I've gotten some really incredible looking prints with it. The one downside is that, because of it being Matte, there is a very fine line between your blacks looking deep, rich, and like velvet, or completely flat. If you have the patience to work with it and keep at it to get that right setting while printing, this paper is extremely rewarding. However, if you're like me and it's either hit or miss, it can be frustrating at times. Overall though, I think its a great paper that has time and time again proven to be reliable for me.
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- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I've try a couple of different types and brands of photographic paper and have come to really love ILFORD's Fiber-based matte paper. It has a great tone range and I am extremely happy with it.
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
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Best Uses
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
I am a photo student and I use this paper for school assignments.
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
- Rich tones
Cons
- Lack of 25 sheets quantiy
Best Uses
- Cityscape
- Landscape
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
B&W photographer printers are not spoiled anymore. years ago there was a great choice when selecting your paper among the rich supply of Agfa, Forte, Kodak, or Ilford papers. Ilford is still there, the others disappeared...
B&H costumers are not spoiled anymore. years ago there was a great choice when selecting your paper among the rich supply of bags of different sizes, surfaces, widths, and quantities. some are still there, the others disappeared - and everything became so expensive...
SO, why I came here to by this Ilford paper? because:
- after years of digital experiences I decided to go back to my darkroom
- my favorite brand Forte is out but Ilford with its consistent quality competes with all the papers I used to like
- even if RC papers are easier to handle FB double weights has the "real feel" (and most importantly, not comparable to inkjet prints)
- it is cheaper than the corresponding Bergger paper, however much more expensive than it is used to be
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- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
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- Enlarging
- Photography
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
Makes beautiful B&W photographs. Although you should avoid matte for nature scenes. It performs wonderfully with indoor lighting or nightlife.
Pros
- Consistent Reactions
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- Bulky
- Pricey
Best Uses
- Developing
- Enlarging
- Photography
- Printing
Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
This paper provides the details and the wide range of tones that every photographer is longing for. Looking at prints made on this paper versus r/c paper reaffirms the fact that in terms of quality, fiber is the way to go. Matte versus glossy is up to your personal taste, but in my experience the deep blacks produced by the matte paper are much richer than in glossy.
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- Consistent Reactions
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Comments about Ilford Multigrade IV Fiber Based, Variable Contrast Black and White Paper (11 x 14", Matte, 50 Sheets):
The awsume results I achieve while working with this paper,can be atributed to the consistant Quality Ilford demands during manufacturing it! Love it!Thank you Ilford!
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