UltraPro Luster produces professional quality results and works with virtually any type of photographic subject. UltraPro Luster looks like traditional photo lab paper. Because it is heavier and thicker than a lab paper, your prints will feel more substantial and will resist handling wear. A relative of our best seller, UltraPro Satin, this paper features a deep luster texture to enhance your prints without being a distraction. UltraPro Luster is a brilliant bold white, which means it is particularly good at reproducing deep blacks and higher contrast. You will see a wider color gamut as well as smoother tonal transitions. Your black & white photos will be neutral and crisp.
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UltraPro Luster 300 Details & Information
Description
Description
Heavier, thicker, more luster texture.
UltraPro Luster produces professional quality results and works with virtually any type of photographic subject. UltraPro Luster looks like traditional photo lab paper. Because it is heavier and thicker than a lab paper, your prints will feel more substantial and will resist handling wear. A relative of our best seller, UltraPro Satin, this paper features a deep luster texture to enhance your prints without being a distraction. UltraPro Luster is a brilliant bold white, which means it is particularly good at reproducing deep blacks and higher contrast. You will see a wider color gamut as well as smoother tonal transitions. Your black & white photos will be neutral and crisp.
How is this paper different than UltraPro Satin?
- Heavier - 300 gsm vs. 270 gsm
- Thicker - 11.6 mil vs. 10.4 mil
- Deeper surface texture
Ideal For
- Anyone who wants the look and feel of a professional photo lab
- Saturated colors, neutral B&W, and smooth tonal transitions
- Images with deep blacks and rich color
- Any inkjet printer
Good To Know
- Deep satin / luster finish
- Extra weight and thickness for a more substantial feel
- Acid free base stock. Coating slightly acidic
- There are no markings or logos on the back
- Back of this product is not printable
Quick Comparison of Red River Satin Papers
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Profile Note
Use the UltraPro Satin profile for your printer with this paper.
* Always display inkjet prints under glass, plastic or in a book for maximum print life.
* Rolls come wound with five extra feet at no charge
Related Categories: Photo Printer Paper, Satin Photo Paper
Specifications
Specifications
- Weight: 300gsm (80lb.)
- Thickness: 11.6mil
- Surface: Luster
- Printable: Photo and art quality on luster side. Do not print or write on the back.
- Coating: Premium grade microporous coated
- Color: Bright white
- Type: Resin coated (RC) photobase
- Back: No markings or logos
- Optical Brighteners: Yes
- Roll Specs
- Core: 3"
- Outside Diameter: 5.24"
Profile Note
If an UltraPro Luster profile is unavailable for your printer, use the UltraPro Satin profile.
Paper Weight Comparison Scale
Compatibility
Is this paper compatible with your printer's ink?
All products are compatible with aqueous inks. Not designed for solvent, latex or UV.
- Epson - All Printers: Yes
- Canon - All Printers: Yes
- HP: Yes
* Matte coated and cotton papers over 60lb. may not feed consistently and may require some hand feeding.
* Many 24" and wider printers have a minimum sheet size of 8". Consult your manual before buying smaller sizes.
Printer Settings
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From Printing Company to Printing My Own With No Break in Quality Thanks to Red River
I purchased the UltraPro Luster 300 in a variety of sizes to use with my Canon Pixma Pro 200. For the last ten years, I have sent all my work to a professional printer and, after a series of frustrating experiences, I decided to pull the printing process in house. Admittedly, I was worried there would be a break in quality, especially as it pertained to the quality of the print itself. \n\nOrdering Red River's paper meant I had nothing to worry about. In fact, the prints look and feel better than anything I received from the "professional" printing company and I have greater control over how my work looks. The bonus is that the paper was shipped, and received, in a matter of days, quicker than I could have ever asked for.\n\nI highly recommend Red River for both their high quality paper selection and their obvious dedication to customer service. Thank you very much Red River for making running a small business all that much easier!
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UltraPro Luster 300 Reviews
Rating Chart 4.7 28 Reviews
Ultra Pro Luster 300
JOHN FRAGOULIAS, Sep 28, 2023
This paper is fantastic. I have been using Epson and Canon Luster Papers for years with my Canon Pro 1000 photo printer until I came across Red River paper "wish I could have found them sooner", the Red River Ultra Pro Luster 300 is heavier than both the Epson and Canon offerings, and the deep luster texture looks fantastic, all my 8.5x11 and 17x22 prints look fantastic. I also use the Ultra Pro Satin 4.0, which is another fantastic paper by Red River.
I will be using Red River from now on for all my print work.
11 people found this review useful.
Excellent choice for any of your general work
Alexander Sogliero, May 23, 2023 - www.lexsulyeroh.com
I use this paper in combination with 68# RR Ultra Pro Luster for most of my wide format print work. This is just a tad thicker than the 68# option and I notice a little bit better saturation, but both render colors beautifully. Red River is a great company and who I personally use exclusively.
4 people found this review useful.
UltraPro Luster 300
Dieter Wilkinson, Feb 28, 2023
Recently purchased Epson's new dye printer. (ET8550) Having only used pigment inks in the past was not sure about the quality dye inks would give me, however I was sure I wanted my ink costs to go down. Over the last few months have experimented with a variety of Red River papers to see which would give acceptable results. There are two papers that stand out, and in fact just blow me away for color and Black and White prints. (For B&W I only use the Epson ABW mode, and ICC Profiles for color) On the Luster end it's hands down Ultra Pro Luster 300. Just the right weight with no feed problems. Absolutely vibrant colors as well as fantastic B&W. The other paper I'll mention is Big Bent Baryta. Again a stand out for this printer. Vibrant saturated color and great B&W. Reminds me of my Darkroom favorite Oriental Seagull. Just to say maybe the obvious but calibrate your monitor, and soft proof your file before passing it to your printer for best results.
20 people found this review useful.
UltraPro Luster 300
Wayne, Oct 16, 2022
High quality paper with dynamic results. I've switched paper suppliers since trying Red River Papers.
4 people found this review useful.
Amazing Paper
Andrea, Jul 12, 2022
Beautiful finish! Really impressed with Red River, their website support and quality.
3 people found this review useful.
Love this paper!
Cyndi Sarfan, Jun 01, 2022 - obxbeachscapes.com
I am a professional photographer and I love this paper. I started using it on the advice of an artist friend who uses it for her prints. I have used it for two years now for my large prints I sell at art shows and galleries. It is a nice weight and finish and it comes well packaged. Big fan now of Red River papers!
4 people found this review useful.
perfect paper for high quality general usage
adrian buckmaster, May 14, 2022 - adrianbuckmaster.com
I normally make 2 prints, one on fibre, and one on resin for proofing/seconnd portfolio and for handouts. This paper is so good, my clients have noticed, lovely weight, great surface, easy to install profile. Red river is a great company, been following them for a while
9 people found this review useful.
Great Paper
, May 12, 2022
I'm printing on a Pixma Pro 100, the prints look gorgeous on this paper. I'm really happy so far with the quality of the paper.
9 people found this review useful.
Going Back To Pacific Inkjet
David, May 10, 2022
Well, I have no complaints about the product itself - my complaint is about product offering. You used to carry 8x10 sheets in pkgs of 100, now you do not and only offer 50 count. 50 count is not economical - to spend $33.00+ per package in order to get 100 sheet quantity is not a prudent business move. I am going back to Pacific Inkjet. The paper quality is just as good as Red River, just a tad thinner (266gsm, I believe). My customers liked the heavier paper feel of Red River, but no complaints about thinner paper if I can keep the cost per print reasonable.
12 people found this review useful.
My Favorite paper
Michael Karchmer, Mar 25, 2022
For many years, I used UltraPro Satin. I transitioned to UltraPro Luster 300 some time ago and rarely use any other semi glass paper. It is a thicker stock than Satin and gives a richer appearance. The white stock is perhaps perhaps a little less warm than the Satin. The .icc profile available for this paper/ Epson is just perfect on my Mac.
11 people found this review useful.
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