Epson - Artisan A50 Printer
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What's Included
- Epson Artisan Multifunction Photo/CD/DVD Printer
- 6 ink cartridges
- Power cord
- Software CD-ROM
- Owner's manual
Specifications
- Warranty Terms - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty Terms - Labor: 1 year limited
- Height: 7.4 inches
- Width: 17.7 inches
- Depth: 11.1 inches
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This versatile printer allows you to print high-definition photos and also to print your own images and text onto compatible CDs and DVDs.
Product Features
Prints up to 37 ppm* in black, up to 38 ppm* in color
To generate documents and photos quickly. Creates a 4" x 6" photo in as little as 11 seconds.
Up to 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi resolution
For crisp images.
Auto Photo Correction and ICM technologies
Deliver impressive color accuracy and precise image detail for true-to-life photo quality.
Prints photos with or without borders on photo paper up to 8.5" x 11"
Ideal for photo framing, scrapbooking and sending pictures to friends and family.
6-color Advanced Micro Piezo optimized print technology
Print photos with dazzling, lifelike results. Colors include black, 1 cyan, 1 light cyan, 1 magenta, 1 light magenta and 1 yellow.
Claria high-definition ink with an ultrafine 1.5-picoliter droplet size
Delivers exceptional image clarity.
Direct CD/DVD printing
On inkjet printable discs (not included).
Prints on a variety of paper
Including plain, matte and glossy, plus envelopes for flexible media options.
120-sheet input paper tray
To print more documents without reloading.
Web to Page, Epson Scan and Epson Easy Photo Print software included
Along with Epson Print CD to edit and optimize your prints, scans and copies.
High-speed USB 2.0 connectivity
For easy connection to your computer.
*Print speeds vary with use. See manufacturer for info on print speeds.
Ratings & Reviews
95% of customers would recommend this product to a friend (19 out of 20)
Best Buy Customer Reviews
(19 out of 20)
Good printer for home use4
Posted by:
Beach4811 from Little Rock AR on
03/05/2013
Works well, Have had no problems. Great value for the dollar.- I use it for: : Document printing
0 out of 0 found this review helpful.
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Great for DVD printing4
Posted by:
dvdqueen from Williamsville, NY on
11/30/2012
I primarily bought this printer to print pictures on DVD's. It does this perfectly. Photo and document printing works well too. The only thing I didn't like is that it didnt come with the printer cable and it is not wireless so I have to connect my pc to it. Plus, this was the only DVD printer around at a great price.- I use it for: : Photo printing
6 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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Great cd/dvd labeler5
Posted by:
MKW65 from KC, MO on
10/26/2012
I use this for labeling cds/dvds only. Nice printer and easy program- I use it for: : Document printing
4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Very great product5
Posted by:
Rashell from on
10/18/2012
Since I have owned this product I have not have any issues with the printer. I had bought this printer for the price and also how much replacement cartridge will cost in the long run.- I use it for: : Document printing
7 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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Good for its prime purpose - printing disc labels4
Posted by:
sleeper1428 from Medford, Oregon on
08/23/2012
I purchased this printer to replace my Epson Stylus Photo R320 which quit working after a bit over 2 years of heavy use. My primary use of my Epson printers is to print disc labels on DVD and CD inkjet printable discs and considering the fact that no other company produces a comparable product at such a reasonable price, I will likely continue to purchase and use Epson printers in the future. My only real complaint regarding this printer is that while I'd like to use Epson OEM ink cartridges, they are priced too high to be a viable option. Considering the number of cartridges I use each year, it's cheaper to use reloaded cartridges and replace the printer when it dies than to pay up to three times as much for Epson cartridges. As an example, purchasing approximately 15 reloaded cartridges saves me enough over the price of Epson cartridges (about $130) to pay for another new printer!! Other than this problem, I give Epson printers a very high rating, including my new Artisan 50 printer.- I use it for: : Photo printing
12 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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Does it all and I mean all!!5
Posted by:
nickynite from New Orleans on
07/26/2012
I work offshore in the oilfield down here in the Gulf of Mexico. I have no set schedule and work on call 24/7, so portability is super important. The unit is nicely compact (even though I do wish it was smaller). I was going to buy the Dymo Disk Painter for $300.00 but it has been discontinued and no one else makes a disk painter of similar size and/or cost. I saw the Epson Artisan at work by another contractor and was extremely impressed. I ordered one before I even came back to land. As an Energy Consultant (my own business) I am constantly looking for an extra edge that separates me from the other consultants. The professional imagery I can put onto the DVD's is that edge. Why settle for someone just using a magic marker. And the other thing...my covers look better from the field than do the data recording companies finalized reports with their DVD covers; and for under $150 bucks. Now if you guys ever make a stand alone CD/DVD disk painter (for a good price) then you call me immediately, because I am buying the first two. (one for the home office and one for the field.) I love this unit.- I use it for: : Photo printing
13 out of 13 found this review helpful.
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Wonderful Printer5
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PastorrobRochester from Rochester Hills, MI on
06/23/2012
I had 6 R220 printers because the output quality is fantastic and ink cheap. I finally couldn't find any more 200 or 220s so I did a search for a replacement. I was not disappointed. The Artisan 50 is just as cheap to run, just as good quality and TWICE the speed. What's not to love?
Pastorrob- I use it for: : Document printing
16 out of 17 found this review helpful.
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Great Color Printer5
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Relocater from Glendale, AZ on
04/02/2012
I have been using this printer for around a month now. It has great color and photos look amazing. I have also used it for documents. They are good too. It is very fast compared to my old HP all-in-one. I like that this printer isn't so bulky. Some of the other printers were just huge. I have a black/white laser printer for most of my work stuff and I only use this one when I need color. It is saving me lots of dollars in ink.- I use it for: : Photo printing
13 out of 15 found this review helpful.
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Prints Discs Beautifully!4
Posted by:
SemiProProducer from Cincinnati, OH on
02/16/2012
I have been producing videos for 10 years, mostly of my kids' sporting events and school functions. I have done a few other things. For about 7 years I have been using an Epson R300 to print photo-realistic artwork on the discs themselves. Well, after many years, the R300 is now leaving streaks across the discs. No amount of cleaning has helped. I think I wore out the print head.
Time to look for a new printer (in a hurry because I have a project to get out the door). Enter the Epson Artisan A50. Since I really don't do this to turn a profit, money was an issue. And, I needed it quick. I saw the A50 in "another store" but was concerned about the rather cheap look and feel. After doing more research, I just couldn't find another printer for which I could justify spending more money.
Local Best Buy stores had none in stock, so I ordered one shipped to a local store. They estimated 4-7 days for pickup. In just two days (today) I received notice that I could pick it up. I brought it home and set it up. I immediately started printing my waiting project. It was an OMG moment. The pictures that have a lot of blacks and bright colors look AWESOME, better than the R300 ever did them.
Granted, this is not a large sample yet, but the combination of the A50 printing on the new Verbatim AquaAce glossy disc blanks just pops!
In short, it's not the fastest printer and I haven't printed anything other than DVDs, but that's what I bought it for. My color laser does everything else. Maybe I'll try some photo paper sometime. If you need a printer to label CDs and DVDs, this one is pretty good.- I use it for: : Photo printing
28 out of 35 found this review helpful.
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Very nice, simple to use printer5
Posted by:
Loonleg from Beaufort, North Carolina on
01/11/2012
This is my second Artisan 50 printer. I gave my first one to my son. I like the handy way this one works I bought a new one and kept using from my Ink supply. I've gone thru a klot of printers in 30 yrs and the Artisan 50 is the best.- I use it for: : Photo printing
18 out of 26 found this review helpful.
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