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Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition

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  • B&H # EPSP3880SW
  • Mfr# SP3880SW

Product Highlights

  • Compact Design
  • Three-Level Black Technology
  • Instant Color Stability
  • Uses Pigment-Based UltraChrome K3 Ink
  • Print On Thick Fine Art Paper Up To 17"
  • Handles Poster Board Up To 1.5mm Thick

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The Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition Printer from Epson is the identical to the Standard 3880 with an included Signature Worthy Media Pack. The printer is engineered to print photo gallery-quality images up to 17 x 22" in both color and monochrome. The 3 level black ink technology ensures your black and white prints achieve the desired tonal ranges. Once you create your tonal range settings, they can be saved and reapplied the next time, guaranteeing you print-to-print consistency. The printer automatically switches between matte black and photo black based on the type of media it detects so you don't have to manually switch cartridges each time or even tell the printer which to use.

Even when executing large print jobs, there's no need to worry about running out of ink in the middle of a print and wasting a page, the ink cartridges are designed to be replaced on-the-fly. That also means you won't have to waste the ink at the end of the cartridge because it's not sufficient to carry out the next job.

The printer makes use of Epson's printer technology to ensure not only the best possible output, but consistency as well. The Printer uses AccuPhoto HD2 Technology and a MicroPiezo Active Meniscus Control print head to ensure that not only is each drop of ink placed correctly but also that they are uniform in shape and size as well. The print head's ink-repellant coating prevents ink build up around the nozzles, so the ink is not only placed precisely each time but also reduces the amount and frequency of maintenance needed.

8-Channel MicroPiezo AMC Print Head With Ink-Repellant Coating

The Epson Stylus Pro 3880's advanced print head is a marvel of ingenuity. One inch wide, it delivers a maximum resolution of 2880 x 1440 dpi. It produces variable-sized ink droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters to simultaneously optimize photographic quality and dramatically decrease print times. But that's just the beginning
Proprietary Active Meniscus Control (AMC) technology precisely controls the curvature of every ink droplet within each nozzle before releasing it onto the media
A unique ink-repelling coating helps to prevent ink build-up around the nozzles, allowing for precise and accurate dot placement, and reduced maintenance

AccuPhoto HD2 Image Technology

Created from a collaboration between Epson and the Rochester Institute of Technology's Munsell Color Science Laboratory, AccuPhoto HD2 combines a complex mathematical architecture with an advanced screening technology to provide outstanding image quality
AccuPhoto HD2 is specifically engineered to ensure precision placement of each individual ink droplet, resulting in smooth, grain-free images. Choosing from an extraordinary number of possible ink combinations for each color, this technology optimizes the ink use to maximize the color gamut and provide smooth color transitions and gradations. Reduction of the metameric index makes it possible to achieve consistent color under different lighting conditions
Quality stays true to form, even in high-speed and lower resolution print modes

Epson PreciseColor Technology

Every Epson Stylus Pro 3880 meets the standards of Epson PreciseColor manufacturing. This rigorous process applies colorimetric calibration to ensure that individual printers of the same model produce prints that are virtually indistinguishable from one another

Automatic Print Head Alignment And Cleaning Technology

A built-in sensor automatically reads printed data for highly precise alignment of all color channels, both bi-directional and unidirectional, resulting in outstanding accuracy. In addition, the automatic print head cleaning mode analyzes a printed nozzle check pattern and automatically cleans the print head, if even a partially clogged nozzle is detected

Epson UltraChrome K3 With Vivid Magenta Ink Technology

A highly acclaimed, 8-color, pigment-based ink system, Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta has revolutionized the professional printing industry, redefining what's possible in color and black-and-white printing
You can expect a look that exceeds what traditional color and black-and-white silver halide photographs can produce. Among the many benefits of this remarkable ink technology, you will discover a high-density form of magenta pigments that produce an enhanced color gamut with vibrant blues and violets, professional print permanence ratings for truly sellable quality prints, High-gloss Microcrystal Encapsulation for an improved glossy finish, and instant color stability, immediately after printing, with no short-term color shifting

Three-Level Black Ink Technology With Two Auto-Sharing Black Ink Modes

Three-level Black technology simultaneously uses Black, Light Black and Light Light Black ink, resulting in richer blacks, an unsurpassed gray balance and stunning tonal range. Whether a panorama of fall foliage or a black-and-white portrait shot in subdued light, your print will duplicate exactly what you saw through the lens
The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 automatically switches between two different Black ink modes - Photo Black or Matte Black. This optimizes the Dmax (Black ink density) for various media types, so whether you're printing on traditional photographic media or unique, fine art paper, final print quality is dramatically improved.

Epson Intelligent, High-Capacity Ink System

Epson's pressurized ink cartridge technology enables reliable ink delivery at all print speeds, while dramatically reducing the size of the ink cartridges themselves. Nine individual 80 ml ink cartridges ensure truly professional printing and on-the-fly ink cartridge replacement increases productivity

Compact, 17-Inch Wide Printer

Even with its surprisingly small footprint, the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 offers a number of advantages. Its print engine technology takes full advantage of the latest in precision mechanical design, resulting in a significant reduction in overall printer size and weight. In fact, it's equal in size to many competitive 13-inch printers
Quiet operation won't interfere with other activities in the studio or in the home
Large, 2.5-inch, backlit LCD control panel for easy, direct printer control and status monitoring

Professional Media Handling

The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 supports a full range of professional, photographic and fine art media, not only to meet your day-to-day requirements, but also to fuel and stimulate your creativity
Print on virtually any type of cut-sheet media from 4 x 6" up to 17 x 22"
A top-loading, high-capacity paper feeder handles up to 120 sheets of plain, letter-sized paper or up to 20 sheets of photographic media
A second, top-loading, manual sheet feeder accommodates thick fine art paper up to 17 inches wide
A front-loading, straight-through, manual sheet feeder handles media up to 16 inches wide and poster board up to 1.5 mm thick

World-Class Service And Support

The Epson Preferred Protection Plan Limited Warranty offers one year of coverage. Toll-free telephone support is available Monday through Friday. Full-unit exchange service is usually available next-business-day. Optional one- or two-year Epson Preferred Plus service plans are also available

Advanced Black-And-White Photo Mode

This Epson exclusive represents the standard for producing sellable quality neutral and toned black-and-white prints. It lets you choose from one of four presets - neutral, warm, cool or sepia, or further fine-tune your image with custom controls and the color toning wheel. Then, once you've created your custom settings, they can be conveniently saved and reapplied to streamline your workflow
Printing Method
Printing Technology Pressurized on-demand ink jet
Advanced MicroPiezo AMC print head technology
8-channel, drop-on-demand, ink jet print head
Auto head alignment and cleaning technology
Auto-sharing Black Ink Mode switching
Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta
Professional-level pigment-based ink technology
Maximum Resolution 2880 x 1440 dpi
Minimum Ink Droplet Size 3.5 pl
Ink Type Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta
Ink Palette Cyan, light cyan, vivid magenta, vivid light magenta, yellow, light black, light light black, photo black, matte black
Ink Cartridge Configuration 9 colors delivered via 8 channels with auto sharing black ink mode switching
Number of Nozzles Per Cartridge: 180 nozzles
Total: 1440 nozzles
Performance
Print Speed 8 x 10" Photo: ~4:08
11 x 14" Photo: ~6:39
16 x 20" Photo: ~10:59 1
Please Note:

Based upon print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front-end RIP, file size, printer resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc

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Switching Matte to Photo Black: ~3:30
Ink Used: ~4.6 ml
Photo to Matte Black: ~2:30
Ink Used: ~1.6 ml 2
Please Note:

Ink used in conversion varies considerably based on temperature and other factors

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Print Archival Life Color: Up to 108 years
Monochrome: Over 200 years 3
Please Note:

Ink lightfastness rating based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media, displayed indoors, under glass

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Paper Handling
Maximum Paper Width 17.0" (43.18 cm)
Maximum Printable Area Sheet: 17.0 x 22.0" (27.9 x 43.2 cm)
Paper Sizes Letter, legal, A2, A3, B, Super B, B3 (JB3), B4 (JB4), C, 3.5 × 5", 4 × 6", 5 × 7", 5.5 × 8.5", 8 × 10", A4, 10 × 12, 11 × 14" 30 × 40 cm, 16 × 20", 40 × 60 cm
Borderless Photo Sizes 4 x 6", 5 x 7", 8 x 10", 11 x 14", 16 x 20", 17 x 22"
Media Weight 17 to 24 lb bond
Paper-Feed Method 2 top-loading feeders, front manual feeder
Paper Capacity Main Top-Loading Feeder: 120 sheets plain or 20 photo
Second Top-Loading Feeder: 1 sheet
Front Manual Feeder: Straight-through, single sheet
Connectivity
Computer Interface Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (1.1 compatible), 10/100Base-T Ethernet port
Network Capable Yes
Printer Language Epson ESC/P2 raster photographic drivers standard
Optional PANTONE licensed and SWOP certified Adobe PostScript RIP by EFI (EFI eXpress included only with Designer Edition bundle) 4
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Also supported by most leading, third-party RIPs and workflows

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System Requirements Windows: XP, Vista, and Windows 7 (32 & 64-bit)
Apple: Macintosh Tiger 10.4.9 or higher, Leopard 10.5 or higher (16-bit), Snow Leopard 10.6 or higher (16-bit)
Safety & EMI Safety Standards: UL1950, CSA 22.2 950 FDA
EMI: FCC Part 15 subpart B class B, CSA C108.8 class B AS/NZS 3548 class B
Physical
Input Buffer 64 MB
Power Requirements Voltage: AC 110 - 120 V
Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
Current: 0.6 A /110 - 120 V
Power Consumption Operating: ~ 25 W
Standby: < 5 W
Power Off: < 0.3 W
Acoustic Noise 39 dB 5
Please Note:

according to ISO 7779

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Temperature / Humidity Operating Temperature: 50 to 95 °F (10 to 35 °C)
Print Quality Guarantee: 59 to 77 °F (15 to 25 °C)
Storage Temperature: -4 to 104 °F (-20 to 40 °C)
Operating Humidity: 20 to 80%
Print Quality Guarantee: 40 to 60%
Storage Humidity: 5 to 85% (no condensation)
Dimensions Covers Closed: 10.28 x 27.36 x 14.88" (25.7 x 68.4 x 37.6 cm)
Covers Open: 22.8 x 27.36 x 37.87" (57.9 x 68.4 x 96.2 cm)
Weight 43.2 lb (19.60 kg) 6
Please Note:

with cartridges installed

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EpsonStylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition
 
5.0

(based on 8 reviews)

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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to set up (7)
  • Easy to use (7)
  • Reliable (5)
  • Fast print time (4)
  • Compact (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Photos (7)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Frequent user (7)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (4), Business (3)

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    5.0

    Absolutely LOVE this Printer!

    By DePaul

    from Fountain Valley CA

    About Me Frequent User

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Compact Design
    • Detailed Printing
    • Easy To Set Up
    • Easy To Use

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Photos

      Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

      This is an awesome printer! I was having problems before matching the color on my monitor with my printer. This machine from Epson using Epson paper, the color is right on with my Monitor. There might be a slight difference but I don't see it and I'm very picky about my images. I love the detailed, clear, precise images this printer pushes out! It was also very easy to set-up on my MAC. I would recommend the Epson 3880 to anyone! The Signature Series comes with a bunch of packets of various papers. That made it nice to see how my images would display using different style papers. I can't say enough great things about it. It solved alot of my printing problems.

      • Primary use:
      • Business

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      5.0

      Wow!

      By deutschpwa

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Frequent User

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Easy To Use
      • Pro quality prints
      • Reliable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Photos
        • Professional Documents

        Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

        It produces superb results straight out of the box. Set up was easy once it was unpacked. It is nice that this edition has spaces for both of the photo black and the matte black ink cartridges. The printer automatically switches between the two blacks depending on what you are printing. This printer prints beautifully, what you'd expect from Epson.

        • Primary use:
        • Business

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        5.0

        Great Photo Printer

        By Jack

        from Tucson, AZ

        About Me Frequent User

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Excellent Color Matching
        • Nozzles do not clog
        • Reliable

        Cons

        • Hard Setup
        • Large Footprint

        Best Uses

        • Black & white Documents
        • Photos

        Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

        I use this printer to print photo's from a Nikon D700 using Photoshop. The color and clarity is amazing.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

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        5.0

        Worth the money

        By saghag

        from Pa.

        About Me Frequent User

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Durable construction
        • Easy To Set Up
        • Easy To Use
        • Fast Print Time
        • Low Ink Consumption
        • Reliable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Graphics & Charts
          • Photos

          Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

          Always preferred Epson, and this printer verifies my opinion.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

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          5.0

          Love IT!

          By mikopics

          from Dunn, NC

          About Me Frequent User

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Compact Design
          • Durable construction
          • Easy To Set Up
          • Easy To Use
          • Fast Print Time

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Graphics & Charts
            • Photos
            • Professional Documents

            Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

            Tired of going somewhere to get my pictures printed. worth the price for me, especially at my level of photography skill. A little bit of a learning curve, especially 'type' of print paper to use. But, i am here to learn, and the photos that are made is worth the time/money spent. The detail is so 'sweet' versus your typical 2 ink cartridge printer. Worth the investment, to have a nice tool to end a photo project, from photo taking, editing, print. Agree with others about switching from matte to gloss.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

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            5.0

            Epson 3880 Great Printer

            By Dut

            from Pittsburgh, PA

            About Me Frequent User

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Set Up
            • Easy To Use
            • Fast Print Time
            • Low Ink Consumption
            • Reliable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Black & white Documents
              • Photos

              Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

              My wife and I are interested in not only professional photograph printing but photography with a water color look. The 3880 is able to achieve both using the correct papers.

              It was easy to setup and use on the first day, the end products are amazing. This printer is more than we expected it would be.

              We haven't found anything negative about the printer.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

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              5.0

              Great Printer, Easy Setup

              By einy

              from Ann Arbor, MI

              About Me Frequent User

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Accurate colors
              • Easy To Set Up
              • Easy To Use
              • Fast Print Time
              • Quiet
              • Reliable

              Cons

              • Conversion ink volume

              Best Uses

              • Photos

              Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

              I chose this product because my school had Epson 3800s and they were workhorses and gave very little problems. I didn't know they too upgraded to the 3880 over the Summer, until I saw the 3800s on an auction website.

              Setup was very easy and it didn't take any adjustments to go right into printing for an upcoming art fair. Granted, I understand color management and already calibrated my monitor.

              My only complaint is with the conversion to/from matte and glossy/luster paper... it purges ink and the volume is significant 1.6-3.6 ml (80 ml cartridge.) Be extra careful you choose the right paper or you'll be purging ink and you can't cancel the action!

              The Signature Worthy Edition was nice because it provided me with many different Epson papers. I still purchased competitor papers to evaluate my work on, but this edition made it easier for me to cover my paper testing.

              I have my printer on a APC UPS surge protector and backup battery.

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              • Business

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              5.0

              Great Printer for a reasonable price

              By Dr. Dick

              from Richmond, IN

              About Me Infrequent User

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Compact Design
              • Easy To Set Up
              • Easy To Use

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Signature Worthy Edition:

                  I am a serious amateur photographer who had grown tired of relying on outside labs to get hard copies of my photos. After researching all the options, I choose the Epson 3880 Signature Worthy Edition. I got it at a time when Epson was offering a $200 rebate so it was like getting $175 worth of paper for only $35!

                  The printer was a snap to set up. I know I will be do ing a long distance move in a few years so I took detailed photos of all the packing tape and blocks as I prepped the printer so I could replace it all for the move. Software installation was also very simple on my Mac Pro system. My Apple Cinema HD monitor has been calibrated only with the Colorsync utility. I then printed a printer evaluation print from Uwe Steinmueller's web site ( found in his excellent book "Fine Art Printing for Photographers"). The result was a stunningly perfect color match print with excellent shadow detail The gray scale and color ramps showed no detectable banding. All of the color chips were discernible. In short I could find no faults with the test print. I have printed a few 16 x 20 color images and black and white images that were nothing short of spectacular. I would have to say this was one of the best investments I have ever made.

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