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Quoted from tezting:Do you think it is a setting or is it because of the model/dpi?
I use a business-class color copier to print my decals. The blacks are true black.
However, if you have wear spots where the wood is showing, you'll need to fill and paint them neutral gray, otherwise the wear spot will be somewhat visible through the decal.
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Quoted from tezting:Could you share the model?
It's a konica minolta. Not sure of the model off-hand. I think the retail price on it is something like $10-$15k...probably a bit out a hobbyist's price range.
Quoted from tezting:Thanks, I will level it by dropping 2PAC do you think that is enough or should I also paint it after the 2PAC?
I haven't tried it. Print two copies and do a test fit. If it works without needing the neutral gray, great. If not, just spray down some neutral gray on top of the worn area, then put the decal over it.
Quoted from Superchicken:Your base should be white. That is the color of the backing paper for the decal. Anything else will change the color when mounted. The exception to this is when the color underneath matches the decal. Waterslide decals are very thin. Vinyl decals not so much.
That doesn't work well for a spot repair. It shows through the decal. Neutral gray is a better match.
If you were doing an overlay for the whole playfield, then white would be the way to go.
I've read that the print quality with LED printers isn't as good. But, I haven't actually seen a side-by-side comparison yet.
Quoted from Superchicken:The line art on playfields don't really demand high resolution. If there is a difference it would show up in photos.
Good point, but print quality also includes things like color gamut and noise. Resolution is just one factor.
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