marks the culmination of my career as the second digital printer I've constructed. It succeeds the Variochromat, a collaboration with various engineering firms in the late 1990s. After nearly 25 years of daily use, the Variochromat has reached the end of its lifespan. It relied on a high-resolution CRT controlled by intricate electronics, with each component meticulously handmade, resulting in a high price point.

In contrast, the B2-Mono represents a departure. Its imaging device is a high-resolution LCD panel, and it primarily comprises affordable standard components widely used in other applications.
The software, designed to run on Windows 10, is the standout component, drawing on concepts from the Variochromat but significantly refined.
Currently, a sophisticated prototype is operational in my photo lab, with a series of B2 printers in development.

Essen, Spring 2024
Kai Sandner