Looking into getting a nice photo printer. Used?

[nmasters]

Hello,
I'm looking into purchasing a nice photo printer for under 400.
I have done a little research and found the Canon Pixma Pro9000 would be a good option for me.
However, I would prefer the Pixma Pro9500 for its better quality with monochrome prints, which is mostly what I shoot. I could easily purchase the Pro9500 used for under 400, but brand new is 600.
Any advice with buying a used printer? Or perhaps other printers to look into?
Thanks!

 

[Tony S]

If you are looking for something dedicated to B&W look for an older Epson 2200 and use only B&W inks. You can often find them used for the price of a set of new color cartridges that come with them ( I have one, but shipping to GA would be too much).

 

[nmasters]

If you are looking for something dedicated to B&W look for an older Epson 2200 and use only B&W inks. You can often find them used for the price of a set of new color cartridges that come with them ( I have one, but shipping to GA would be too much).

I'll check it out, is it good with color too?

 

[Tony S]

It's ok for color but you have to use the right papers, but for B&W with the right set up it's amazing. I shelved it and have gone to the Canon Pro 9500 but find myself printing less and less because of the time and expense. Anymore I think home/studio printing is more appropriate for art type papers and stuff you cannot get done in a lab.