Xerox 8002 vs Ricoh C900s

[CMLightbulb]

We are looking at replacing our current machine and have narrowed it dow to either the Xerox 8002 or the Ricoh c900s. Both seem to be very capable machines & I am looking to hear from people who are currently using either & what their experience has been. We are a design shop, so color is critical. It will be used both internally for one off presentations, etc... as well as larger runs (500+ sheets) for our clients. We tend to use a good bit of 12x18, 100lb cover. Thanks for any input good & bad.

 

[tshark]

If the Ricoh has the upgraded Fiery with the Graphic Arts package, a tremendous amount of color control is available. I will say this about the C900, if one is competent at operating and understanding the set up provisions, it will make you money.

 

[ShortRunMagazines]

We looked at the Ricoh c900. Whatever you do, make sure your bindery equipment can feed the paper as it comes out of the machine with an odd, almost sand-papery, finish.

Unless you're doing a ton of volume, I'd look at the DC5000AP as they offer good color, reliability and are comparatively cheap. (I have two, just ordered number three and may get a fourth by the end of the year.)

That will be $0.02 please...