Bodoni pressSIGN vs SpectraView II

Bodoni pressSIGN measures and manages colour in print production across litho, flexo, gravure, screen and digital processes. It can evaluate output against international targets such as ISO standards and GRACoL G7, or targets defined by the user. Colour tools include Dynamic Density Adjustment, dryback compensation and tonal curve adjustments using TVI, 4CX or Neutral Print Density. PANTONE libraries are included, and custom spot-colour libraries are supported. The Digital edition adjusts curves for RIPs and colour servers including Caldera, EFI, Onyx and ZePrA. Closed-loop connections include Heidelberg, KBA, Komori, Roland and Ryobi systems. Global Print Management subscriptions add multi-site synchronisation, an API, a Live Dashboard, PantoneLIVE support and scheduled email reports. The product is listed for macOS, web and Windows; pressSIGN 12 desktop requirements specify Windows 8.1 64-bit or later and macOS 10.14 or later. Pricing is paid, with a free plan and trial listed; plans include pressSIGN 12 Digital at $1,195, paid once and Professional at $3,895, paid once.

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