Why I Won't Buy a DTG T-Shirt Printer

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  • This video is all about the comparison between DTG T-shirt printing machine and Screen Printing. Also I will be talking about the costs and risks getting a DTG machine.

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  • @jeffbrinson
    @jeffbrinson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Good Video but most of us that buy DTG machines are taking advantage of the custom shirt market. We understand that screen printing shirts is far cheaper and is better for larger orders. But when it comes to customer color shirts DTG is far superior in colors for that market. It's about what you are willing to see above and beyond the basics of what you can put on a t shirt. As well DTG machines are improving in technology and the cost is going down as new companies develope and design new equipment for the industry.

    • @e-37
      @e-37 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which dtg machine do you recommend ⁉️

    • @danekarhu1217
      @danekarhu1217 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I own a brother gtx and pretreat system. The first month of operation was a complete nightmare. Had to build a humidity controlled clean room in the shop. With the money I threw at being able to produce a few custom shirts a month, I could have added a 10 color automatic m&r sportsman to our production lines, and increased our output by another ~7,000 imprints a day. I will never bat an eyelash at dtg again. Closest thing to a good dtg is the m&r ds400 hybrid sytem, and thats a half million dollar setup... I can produce cymk process at 70dpi and have a full photo quality print with life-long durability on any one of our print presses and and produce a finished shirt every 4 seconds, for 16 hours a day. There is no comparison when you're busy. My gtx hasnt brought me a single client worth dedicating time to.

    • @sadepennbrook
      @sadepennbrook 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Old comment, but I second this. If you’ve got the audience, you’ve got profit. People overlook certain markets, applications and niches.

  • @bibasingh8289
    @bibasingh8289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The most genuine man on TH-cam just what I was looking for

  • @andrewes7516
    @andrewes7516 5 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    I have to correct you on a few things because all DTG's are not the same. You speak of them as if they all have the same maintenance protocols, they absolutely do not. While the cost of purchasing one of these machines can be out of reach for some, there is a large market for them, especially if you are situated in a place with plenty of foot traffic, and for low volumes. I have two DTG's, the Brother GT361 and the Brother GTX. What you stated in your video about the machine needing frequent maintenance and wasting ink in the process is correct, but only for my GT361. I have had my Brother GTX for over a year now and the maintenance is almost none. I perform a nozzle guard, wiper blade and suction cap cleaning once a week, 15 minutes at most, that with changing air filters every 4 - 6 months is the only maintenance that I do. My printer does not waste a lot of ink. When it's not printing it only recirculates the existing ink that's within the tubes 4 times a day, does not use new ink or perform any cleanings. It only uses more ink when doing a cleaning process or refilling. I have often gone 1 - 2 weeks without running a single print and the printer doesn't use any ink while sitting, only when I start printing again. The machine has a wet capping station which keeps the printhead wet and ready to print at all times, even after long periods of inactivity. The most printhead cleanings that I have ever had to do to get the printer's test print perfect was 2, and that was only when two weeks went by without a single print. This printer is a far cry from previous models. The color gamut and feel to the garments printed with my GTX is off the chain. I can get a 16x21 image in 2 1/2 - 3 minutes. I now use the GTX in my new store. It's set up with Ink Soft software on a touchscreen flat panel monitor, so most of my customers come to the store design their shirt themselves, with minimum help from my staff, they can upload their artwork or choose from over 20,000 editable clipart and templates provided by Ink Soft. Your followers should be aware that not all machines require the same attention. The technology is changing so rapidly that a thorough understanding of the company and their machine is needed before an informed decision can be made on if a DTG machine is the right choice for your business.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @Andre Wes. Thank you for sharing this information. This is the reason I wanted to make this video. For people could comment on their experiences and inforn the pros and cons of this type of business. Thank you so much. Blessings!

    • @kolviczd6885
      @kolviczd6885 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      DTG is not for bulk printing, its not very profitable, maintenance cost are high, Inks are expensive.. so its definitely not good for growing your business. You can have one (if you can effort it) to satisfy customers small orders, but that's it, I don't see anything else.
      Having said that, you never know how technology can change overnight and the machine become faster, cheaper and reliable, or the inks cost just very little. You never know.. but till then DTG is not a good business if you are going solely depend on it without screen printing, heat press and sublimation.

    • @nicholasdjgive7671
      @nicholasdjgive7671 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Andre Wes I just got my GTX I love it best investment. I’ve been silk screen printing for over 18yr. DTG VS Silk Screen.. ha DTG all day. I’m making $2k a day and I’ve only been open for 2 weeks...

    • @andrewes7516
      @andrewes7516 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@nicholasdjgive7671 Congratulations Nicholas, It's a great machine. Wow, your printing a lot of shirts 2k a day. I do about 15k - 19k a month right now, however, I am moving to a location where I will triple my foot traffic.

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      and also one point is that the price,Now in china we have the great mahicne only for 3200USD,if you want more information can whatsapp me 008615627868872

  • @empressforlife6123
    @empressforlife6123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    What laser printer are you using. And transfer paper. Those colours are amazing

  • @mauricetaplet9382
    @mauricetaplet9382 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I trust your info more than any other TH-camr! I appreciate your honesty bro! I was thinking about it...than I saw the kid Kenyonken video, I was like no way....for the same reasons you spoke on! Blessings!👑😎🤜🏾🤛🏾

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Maurice Taplet Thank you. Blessings!

    • @devpac7861
      @devpac7861 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dude in one of kenyons dtg vids, you see a huge pile of shirts that were botched. All wasted time n costs. I wish he woulda talked more about his losses learning how to print correctlt with his machine.

    • @BoardFetish
      @BoardFetish 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@devpac7861 yo, so you bought the DTG machine from China? I'm looking into one right now and I have a few sales people hitting me up. If you get a chance hit me up at BOARD FETISH@gmail.com. Do you still have your machine? Which one did you get send me a picture of it

    • @luckyking42
      @luckyking42 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the other you tubers get from the company's

    • @RasKos520
      @RasKos520 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@devpac7861 he said he had the wrong dryer and when he got the right one it worked fine.

  • @mdiapparel8265
    @mdiapparel8265 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your feedback because you keep those of us that have half a brain in business and you'll never be able to compete!!!

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep that's right,but DTG effort and touching feeling is much better, and we have great DTC just sale 3200USD WHATSAPP ME 008615627868872 if you are interested in it

  • @fies619
    @fies619 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are our padre of screen printing papi! You'll be great one day..soon..God willing. All the best.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Seif Thank you

  • @andydesilva5432
    @andydesilva5432 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Can you do a video of your laser printer print like how to do that process. Like name of printer what kind of paper and what kind of ink thanks

  • @getthefedout
    @getthefedout 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I am a DTG guy, I own the epson 2100. It cleans it self. I sell one offs for 25-35 bucks each all day long. This was an amazing investment and you should do better research. Pays for itself. I screen and heat press as well but for full color jobs with low numbers its amazing. True the screen printer is faster for larger jobs, but the amount of one offs I get is staggering and this machine works beautifully for just that.

    • @leviteapparel
      @leviteapparel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did not know that what is your opinion on eBay DTG

    • @helmut666kohl
      @helmut666kohl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sure, DTG is brilliant if you keep the printer running as much as possible. No clogging, less cleaning, money all day long… But if you have to do 100 of the same design screen printing would be cheaper for you.

    • @getthefedout
      @getthefedout 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @juntao11 Hahahaha what a tool. Bye bye

    • @RedPanda076
      @RedPanda076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have the F2100 myself. Great printer. I sale 30 shirts a day. Printer pays for itself easy.

    • @rs51505
      @rs51505 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Rik what printer would you recommend for a small startup

  • @samb2945
    @samb2945 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've just started making screen printed shirts and almost fell into the DTG trap, I'm so glad that I didn't.

    • @noobmomo
      @noobmomo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same almost ordered one from Alibaba 😂

    • @njangedwin2151
      @njangedwin2151 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How much is a screen printing maching

  • @DeerfieldCustomPrints
    @DeerfieldCustomPrints 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have an f2000 and f2100. 60,000 prints in first 3 years, at $12-$20 a print its very profitable but you have to have the right business model and customers for it. also if its not epson or brother i wouldn't touch it.

    • @KeyPrintCo
      @KeyPrintCo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well said! That's a great price point and very justified for a DTG print. It's also understandable to see how, coming from the screen printing world, one would naturally charge screen printing prices, lose a ton of money and never realize that the problem was their business model or customer base.

  • @organdonor1962
    @organdonor1962 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Remember what you are hearing is personal opinions with very few facts. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH !!!!!!. A Ford owner will tell you Holdens are crap and a Holden owner will tell you Fords are Crap.

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly I still want the DTG, I love the custom print. My motto is "your blessing is yours. What might not work for you could make me successful"

  • @excellentgraphics8414
    @excellentgraphics8414 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am an advocate for the art of screen printing because young entrepreneurs like me on a small scale income cannot afford the highly priced DTG. We should not bury screen printing because of technology advancement in digital printing. Screen print business is cheaper to start even right when you are in college.

  • @beastcapacityoutdoors7515
    @beastcapacityoutdoors7515 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    i alos know a couple people who started their own pritning business's with a dtg. one even had the brothers first g3, and he printed for several youth sporting groups and allways had huge orders coming in. even had run sevreral 1,000 plus shirt orders. every time i see him hes telling someone about it. especially when theyre thinking of a dtg. the most talked about i his 3,000 shirt run for a convention. and he only had the one machine. yeah it took him a bit of time to do it. he made excellent money on it. but he got it done and did it on a dtg. so it is possible is it the smarter way not harder way of doing it maybe not. could he have done that all in a day or three instead of 7 sure. but it worked for him and he made it work for him. like i said i still use both methods. but i use dtg more. once again its whatever works for each of us.

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep that's right,but DTG effort and touching feeling is much better, and we have great DTC just sale 3200USD WHATSAPP ME 008615627868872 if you are interested in it

  • @leviteapparel
    @leviteapparel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    HAD TO SEE THIS AGAIN WENT ON EBAY AND THOSE DTG WERE CHEEAP LESS THAN $2K. THANK YOU FOR THAT MIND WAKE-UP.

    • @danekarhu1217
      @danekarhu1217 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      2k? Thats not a dtg. Thats a deskjet. Lol

  • @225theprintlab8
    @225theprintlab8 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    i had two dtg printers and lost my money ,at that time most of the designs that i printed could be done by htv or transfer paper.
    actually my printer and my cutter paid for the dtg printers.
    watching all those dtg printer videos on youtube drove me crazy .
    now i am trying screen printing and learn a lot from you.
    thanks again taino👍👍👍

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. And thank you for sharing your experience.

  • @inwinsible2948
    @inwinsible2948 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another misguided video showing DTG is not good and screen printing is better... both technique have their own benefits and drawbacks.... DTG is good for high graphics, on demand and short run ... while screen printing is more suitable for long run job and simple to medium graphics image (not complex).

  • @charlesstevensj
    @charlesstevensj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Liked the video. Informative perspective and things to consider. My demographic is the philly/Delaware area and I can change a little higher here because companies charge all kinds of setup fees on smaller orders of that 20 shirt range so I found my niche. I appreciate you video and like I said, Im using it to process my purchases.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. That's knowing your niche. Awesome!

  • @BoldReflections
    @BoldReflections 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    😱DTG on a $2.00 “stock” T-shirt to sell?! 🤦🏾‍♂️ That’s a COMPLETE waste of ink!🙅🏾‍♂️
    DTG on a HIGHEST QUALITY T-shirt .... Selling at $50 to $100 PER shirt .... You’ll spend hours just tweaking the color graphics design. You need to formulate a whole new client base with money to burn in order to make the investment even close to worthwhile!
    Read reams - viewed lots of videos and turned away umpteen salespeople on DTG since its inception years ago and NEVER found a pot of gold in order to actually buy a machine. My go to Inkjet printer (for awesome large scale portraits) has 10 (ten) cartridges and I know how fast those things flash EMPTY!

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @JAFProduction What a great comment! All true. This comment hopefully will make people think before they get in that mess. Thank you.

    • @mdiapparel8265
      @mdiapparel8265 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love it because it keeps you guys small time operations and let's the rest of us take all your business!

    • @dr.graves5541
      @dr.graves5541 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      While I appreciate the time you took to tell us this much, please enlighten us on how it is that we can help the small guy out there that needs 8 or 10 shirts and would like to have something other than a 1 color cheap looking shirt that just says "Loser" all over it? I built my first large format printer 15 years ago from an aqueous printer and converted it into a solvent ink printer. Not everyone is a newbee looking for a way to fill the obvious empty market that screens have left for dead. Are you going to suggest a transfer that cracks the first time you stretch it? I would really like to hear your expert knowledge on how to help the hundreds of customers that keep hitting me up for help because screen printers are out of their F'ing minds.

  • @kaylesbabys
    @kaylesbabys 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Look into omni. Their printer has a ciss type ink system with tanks. So it is like 1/3 the cost if epson etc. I love my sublimation but it is limited to white shirts or printable vinyl.

    • @joeyjayable
      @joeyjayable 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it expensive for materials??

  • @crumptees
    @crumptees 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    DTG is great for those shops that get a lot of walk in traffic that only require a couple shirts. We had our Epson F2000 for a few years before we got rid of it due to the ink costs, maintenance and people not wanting to pay a premium price. The current Brother GTX and Epson F2100 now have a wet cap station to prevent the head from drying up, but the ink cost is still really expansive. It would cost us over $1000 just to get our inks and that's a lot of shirts that you have to print to make that money back and then you have to make profit on top of it. It usually takes 15 min from start to finish to print 1 shirt if you have to pretreat.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Thanks for sharing your experiences. Very valuable information for people who are thinking of getting a DTG.

  • @veeanon2238
    @veeanon2238 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    DTG is good for brand building more then print business. For brands it's good for custom shirts for customers and testing concepts. Also, in business sometimes you have to sacrifice profit for growth. Lastly the 20k can be a tax write off.

  • @KirkQuesnelle
    @KirkQuesnelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video man. I needed to see this. Thank you

  • @rafavl07
    @rafavl07 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great opinion and advice for ones like me that are thinking about it, thanks bro!

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep that's right,but DTG effort and touching feeling is much better, and we have great DTC just sale 3200USD WHATSAPP ME 008615627868872 if you are interested in it

  • @sabaysaalon3987
    @sabaysaalon3987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi! Do you have a tutorial video using that epson printer on printing shirts?

  • @성이름-l1j
    @성이름-l1j 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    where did you get your HP laser Jet printer? Can I ask you about the specific name of it? Is it a regular image transfer printer? or dye sublimation printer..?
    Does this printer work on either any colored or dark cotton shirts as well as polyester shirts? How about washability..? Do prints fade after a few washes or stay good just like the sublimation prints on polyester shirts? Thank you so much!

  • @Beencouraged777
    @Beencouraged777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the confirmation. I researched, and came to the conclusion, waaay to expensive.

  • @brifnic8305
    @brifnic8305 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was going to make a dive and buy glad I found this.. love the Graffiti art totally kickass

  • @Apache-Arms
    @Apache-Arms 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The problem is we all have different standards, dtg is the way to go when you get into the taking pride in what you do. Dtg allows true art to exist. It's not for everyone but it definitely has its place. If you don't have the money yes it's far out of reach and people tend to find the settling path. Do your research and know your market, in today's world were everyone wants it now and wants something custom or of higher quality. Idk where you get it's not profitable? Sure if your trying to sell shirts for $7 then yea that's a market I don't tap into. Bella canvas blanks start around $3 go up to $7 so again what your market is and the standard you put your business to reflects how much you charge plus the quality of prints and shirt blanks you provide to customers.

  • @rockysales9176
    @rockysales9176 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I had the brother gt541, and the brother gt3, I sold them both and now I have the brother gtx. It’s very expensive to maintain and purchase, but if you charge enough for the prints and hustle enough jobs, you can pull in a decent profit.

  • @doctorithelp
    @doctorithelp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    the omini is a wet head will not dry and uses tanks not cartridges the white is recirculated constantly ...

  • @knowledgeispowerfful
    @knowledgeispowerfful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What transfer paper n by what company did you use for the lion king image?.

  • @printexroboticsewingmachin2429
    @printexroboticsewingmachin2429 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good day Boss. Thanks a lot. What can you say about DTF printer? Inks are cheaper, about 20-30 dollars per liter.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good printer. Will save you money.

  • @lenseyevisuals
    @lenseyevisuals 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What printer do you use?

  • @mrbuys3888
    @mrbuys3888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    For those wanting to try DTG printing but not wanting to spend thousands on a machine . You can modify one out of a Epson printer for under $1000. Why not go through the process so you know exactly how the machine works .

  • @hundredspins7784
    @hundredspins7784 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    DTG is good for someone that has his own brand and prints seasonal designs for themselves or a couple of shirts here and there for others but for bulk printing nothing as of now will ever replace screenprinting

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So true. I believe that if you are starting your own brand like you said, DTG is good for you. Thank you. Loving all these great comments. Let's inform people.

  • @samidptah6735
    @samidptah6735 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Those were some Dope Pieces in the Intro! ... Graffiti Artist 4Ever!

  • @winnerspavilion5464
    @winnerspavilion5464 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this video, very informative. Please, what brand and what colour is your shirt?

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep that's right,but DTG effort and touching feeling is much better, and we have great DTC just sale 3200USD WHATSAPP ME 008615627868872 if you are interested in it

  • @RhyBeats
    @RhyBeats 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I agree. I have been looking at DTG when they first came out. It seems like a lot of wasted consumables. I get that it’s nice, it prints wonderful. But I still don’t see spending 20-30k on a machine that needs so much maintenance.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @RhyBeats True that! I believe we as screen printers could do so much towards our business with $20,000-$30,000 than buying a DTG.

    • @devpac7861
      @devpac7861 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tainoink 20 to 30k, any experienced printer can 3x to 5x that easy. Man thats enough to startup a small tee biz and then some. Too many ppl fallin for the hype from what youtubers say, most youtubets i seen on dtg, never get into detail of the cost of ownership of these things.
      That 20k for a dtg machine is better well spent on primo equipment, like a hotronix press or invested in a full color print n cut vinyl machine that can print both full color tee applications and hq decals.
      Love ur channel, subbed, keep it real brotha

    • @footprint68
      @footprint68 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@devpac7861 I have a Brother GTX DTG and a Roland SG 540 solvent printer and cutter, 95% of my clients don't want vinyl transfers on their tee's, they want DTG, I only use my Roland for sports jersey and polyester garments and making stickers, My Brother GTX makes me a lot more money than my Roland solvent printer cutter. But I'm not saying a solvent printer and cutter is not a good way to print Just telling you the facts at my business what people want.

    • @devpac7861
      @devpac7861 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@footprint68 nice, thanks for the info, its really hard to find any real information from hands on experience. Ive experienced PU vinyl and the full color sample i have has withstood about 10 washes so far, which really made me think about goin the print n cut route for personalized one offs. But i still dont know what printer is best. I was thinkin bn20, but a friend of mine that has a sign business and said dint waste your time in tje bn20 cause its super slow. The vids on TH-cam make em look like theyre great investments but real exp says otherwise.

    • @footprint68
      @footprint68 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@devpac7861 Don't buy the BN20 For a few more $ Buy the SG 300 or 540 they have some good deals on them at the moment as they are just releasing SGmk2. I was going to buy the BN 20 and went had a look at the show room they started the BN 20 and a SG 300 both same print and cut and the SG was finished before BN 20 was half way through cutting only. SG 300 And 540 are real industry built machines. BN20 is a home hobby machine or office.
      Other good thing about the SG 300 is it can be set to cut first and then print so you don't need to have any ink dry time before cutting due to path rollers marking. Great Machine for price. Anyway something to think about.

  • @MagdalenaRusso2014
    @MagdalenaRusso2014 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    well, there goes my brilliant idea of getting a a DTG printing machine, thank you.

    • @devpac7861
      @devpac7861 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You made a good choice to steer away from it. Look into full color vinyl print n cut.

  • @robi6317
    @robi6317 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    HEAT TRANSFERS ARE NOT DTG!
    he said $20K machine? NO! try $200K! if you want a real true DTG its like buying a house - very scary - but i know a guy that did it and it paid for itself in 1 year. now he has round the clock orders for it, as other printers come from far and wide (like me) to run these jobs thru him. THAT is where the money is. anything with a transfer is sub par quality in comparison

  • @S2XCREW
    @S2XCREW 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    yea he is 100% correct being honest, i personally know a lot of people who have graphic design companies and are no longer wanting to do dtg or even getting into it. you know what's spending over $20k for a damn Printer cash and specially financing one which interest fees, taxes, shipping cost gets all added up + more ink to purchase. when you are selling shirts $10 to $30 the most. you will go broke and lose your companie like that. that's not a smart way to do business at all. When it comes to Business is finding way on how to save money while still providing great customer service & good products at a good decent price for the costumer and you make good decent amount of money not spending it all on a dtg lol.

  • @mufasagoesviraltv5266
    @mufasagoesviraltv5266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is your dtg method wash proof? The colors looks nice and I’m trying to purchase a dtg machine after I found this

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t own a dtg. I only screen print.

  • @ElvIsAlive007
    @ElvIsAlive007 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just buy epson p800 $1200 and Tshirt slider under the printer
    UFOPrinters China $1000
    Think ya buy de pont ink
    Can anyone give me links to full hacking of the p800

  • @NoPlaceLikeMauiClothing
    @NoPlaceLikeMauiClothing 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    yeah DTG is just a waste of money and waste of time. screen printing is the way to go.

  • @lewistorres593
    @lewistorres593 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the info I was contemplating on weather I should buy a DTG printer and after looking at some videos including your thank god I didn’t buy one…

  • @Ralphhy
    @Ralphhy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ll buy an embroidery machine before I even look at a DTG printer. My buddy has one and he tell everyone he hates it. Most of the time if my placements and registrations are on point if I don’t take my shirt of my board I should be able to fix the shirt simply by hitting it again with the corresponding color.

  • @TheCrusaderRabbits
    @TheCrusaderRabbits 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It costs $1000 a month in wasted ink from cleaning per month! It is insane

  • @jennydow3169
    @jennydow3169 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, very insightful. It’s annoying to read comments from people who don’t understand that this is your subjective opinion. I wanna slap them.

  • @RedPanda076
    @RedPanda076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video my brother but your number are off. I have a Epson F2100 and this thing prints money if you focus on custom shirts. I also do Traditional screen printing but I prefer DTG.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Good to know.

  • @eduardocolon7762
    @eduardocolon7762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    John DTG has it place in the garment industry, but nothing can compete with screen printing, cost wise the trick is getting those orders in that so called sweet spot like the 150- 144 pcs where it's nice enough that you can charge for the Art & Seps and screen charges but it small enough that you can knock it out in a couple of hours. Many Blessings and keep up the good work that you're doing. Peace

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Eduardo colon Thank you. So true. Thank you for sharing great info. Blessings!

  • @craftees915
    @craftees915 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your channel!
    Is that forever laser light paper you used?

  • @SilencedRage
    @SilencedRage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job. Why not cut the white border off of print

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. I've done it on for clients but those were to give to someone as a gift.

    • @SilencedRage
      @SilencedRage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tainoink TBH never thought you would reply and as fast as you did. Brother men like you n my dad are few and in between, they just don't make em like they used to. I came to your channel just to find out what DTG stood for, and ended up with not only a boat load of info but also some ideas for a new venture I would like to get involved in. Knowledge is truly power and sir your looking like Arnold. Keep up the great job.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Mike. Inspiring words.

  • @rohanlane7493
    @rohanlane7493 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's the best transfer paper now for a full color imprint? The transfer papers here in Jamaica by the time you start washing it get wash out unless I do a Print and Cut Vinyl. What can you recommend?

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. All transfer papers are going to crack with time but I use tne self weeded transfer paper which is pretty good and lasts longer than the regular ones.

    • @johnbyfield5776
      @johnbyfield5776 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Everything here in Jamaica is expensive!

  • @garycrumrine9538
    @garycrumrine9538 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To be fair, not ALL DTG machines are created equal. Omniprint machines are ones that recirculate white inks and daily maintenance is a thing of the past. Also they use bulk in, not cartridges which significantly reduces ink cost. Yes screen print ink is cheap, but cost of time and materials making the screens, washing, and set up is a cost not taken into consideration. I think both have their place.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      True that! Thank you for sharing.

  • @rapstartv1276
    @rapstartv1276 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s the name of that white printer you have or can I use my epson 830 or 640 printer
    But yeah what’s the name of the printer you have in the back that you were talking about

  • @maritzak214
    @maritzak214 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I met a silk screen printer who actually owns a DTG aside form his press and says himself that the DTG is not worth it.. inks are expensive... silk screen or heat press is the way to go.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It all depends on what is your niche.If your niche is like mine (construction companies, schools, sport teams) is not for DTG.

  • @stud01777
    @stud01777 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What laser printer are you using to print your transfers and what transfers are you using thanks

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was using an hp laser printer. Don't remember the model because I just through it out because it got damaged. It lasted me 6 years so I guess is time for a new one. Looking around for something better. But I got a lot out of that printer. Thank you.

    • @stud01777
      @stud01777 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you please let me know What printer should I go by to print transfers I would really appreciate it

  • @dmowolfenspeedster
    @dmowolfenspeedster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dtg prints can look really great. I still love the nuances of screen printing. Mesh selections, coating methods, squeegee selection, and all of the little things every printer does a little bit differently to make their prints unique. I also happen to like cars without lots of techy features.😁

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So true. Great comment!

  • @MrMudEagle
    @MrMudEagle ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you use DTF? What DTF printer are you using? Thanks

  • @MaxCruiseable
    @MaxCruiseable 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so nice of you to show you are plagiarizing copyrighted artwork that you don't own.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Only if I'm selling it.

  • @melissaflint8099
    @melissaflint8099 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What kind of printer is that and how much was it if you don’t mind me asking.

  • @robcemento9605
    @robcemento9605 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    John, good lookin out for us bro! Great video!

  • @komfyowl
    @komfyowl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What transfer paper did you use?

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use transfer paper from Best Blanks www.bestblanks.com/imagecliplaserdark.html

  • @brianzaikowski3701
    @brianzaikowski3701 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad I watched this video! Thank you so much!

  • @1ronsario
    @1ronsario 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    GREETINGS, DO YOU HAVE A HEAT TRANSFER PRINTER? WHAT BRAND? AR YOU SUGGESTING TO USED THE HEAT TRANSFER PRINTER?

  • @mbraddy24245
    @mbraddy24245 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What brand printer you using.

  • @devpac7861
    @devpac7861 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I own a dtg from china cost like 5k. At first i thought it was super dope cause i was able to print whatwver i wanted, these dtg machines pump out great prints, but damn, the time to complete a black shirt was min 20 mins.
    I learned the hard way all the costs it takes to run these things.
    Ink is no joke, usa companies charge like 200+ per liter, china was not so bad at 60 per liter. These things need crazy maintenance, its not as easy as what alot of TH-cam vids say. U gotta flush printheads, lube em, bleed inks, flush nozzles. U waste ink with every nozzle check and test print. Process takes forever.
    Pretreat shirt
    Press
    Align on carriage
    Print layers
    Press to cure
    It really takes a lot to run these things
    The cost of a botched job is huge. Garment, time, ink..wasted with a pretty high cost, then u gotta start over again.
    A 20k machine, pumpin like 3 shirts per hour...idk man
    Love this vid, dtgs badass but not worth unless u runnin the types with multiple carriages

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      5K machine print black sirt need 20mins? We have great machine slae as 4800USD, only 8 mins,A3 full size(2 heads white ink and color ink printing at same sime)

    • @devpac7861
      @devpac7861 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@leungleo288 can u put up a vid on your channel id like to see a vid on it. The only vid you have is on a white tee. My printer is similar to the one on your channel, but mines a single dx500 head. Id like to see the two heads at work.

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@devpac7861 yep sure bro, you can check later, now we have double head 330mm*600mm printing area,contact with my whatsapp 008615627868872 if you are interested in it

  • @russelljones9216
    @russelljones9216 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What kind of transfer paper is that?

  • @clobbyhops
    @clobbyhops 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice color shirt you got on brother

  • @tattoosbygama6656
    @tattoosbygama6656 ปีที่แล้ว

    I new it to see this video! Rigth on time dude 🤟🏼🙏

  • @WrapperOfflineFan204
    @WrapperOfflineFan204 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The issue with this video is that it doesn't factor in the process other methods have. With screen printing you have to separate images, print images, burn images, fine tune the screen onto the machine and then print. Usually you have to start printing the next day. With vinyl if you do words you have literally cut out every single letter 😑. Yes it's expensive but there for to convenience 🤷🏿‍♂️ just pretreat, heat press, print and hear press....

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True. Tne main reason for the video was to really do the research on this machine in the business sense. If you got your own brand and you making sales then buy the DTG printer and you will do good or you already have existing clients in a busy store front and you want to sell single custom units then the DTG is for you. But for someone starting out without a client base and you want to buy it on credit then the DTG is not for you.

    • @indiomoreno3755
      @indiomoreno3755 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      What equipment can you recommend for me to start off with? I would appreciate it?

  • @thugzman7890
    @thugzman7890 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a Epson F1200 , $17k ...the ink reup was about $2k ..it’s only prints out about 70 shirts with that ink. A total waste of my damn money 🤦🏽‍♂️. I sold it within a year

  • @kevinbermudez710
    @kevinbermudez710 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi john , where did you get your 4 color press? and maybe a pricing keep up the good work. didn't see a video on your press. maybe I missed it.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My four color press is the Hopkins win press from Ryonet screenprinting.com The pricing I have a video on it. How to price your Tshirts.

  • @j0ny
    @j0ny 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you recommend a machine/ brand to print one screen? Im finding so many brands online but don’t know what to use. Thank you!!

  • @EJSVARZ
    @EJSVARZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't forget the pretreatment mane lol i bought an epson printer and it was a waste of time and money! the ink dried so quick here in california not worth it

    • @treshawnd.weatherspoon2153
      @treshawnd.weatherspoon2153 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      WILD X WEST I’m here in CA as well are you still have issues with Epson printer ?

    • @EJSVARZ
      @EJSVARZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@treshawnd.weatherspoon2153 i sold it like 4 months ago

  • @Thr33.Sid3z
    @Thr33.Sid3z 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the mentality that gets left behind. DTG is the future and there's no legit rebuttal to that. Screen printing is great for basic designs, but what isn't mentioned in this video is that screen printing stations cost just as much as DTG set-ups! You can spend $15-$20k on a 6 station screen printing set up EASY!
    End of the day, if ur just starting out, a $200-$500 2 station 4 color screen set up is where it's at, but if you want to pump out high volume with nobody's help, DTG is the ticket!

  • @HegozZz
    @HegozZz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a DTG Printer (modified Epson, the brand is called Polyprint, here in Europe). I sold it and changed to FOREVER transfer, white toner OKI laser printer. DTG printer made me waste so much money.

  • @danialhowe9814
    @danialhowe9814 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    youre NOT WRONG... i believe in KEEP IT SIMPLE - my walk away costs are SO LOW that i cn pack up anytime i like and im not a slave to leasing costs

  • @ComingSoon1000
    @ComingSoon1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man , I fu#% with Taino ! Great informative video Brotha !!

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate it!

  • @JanetDiaz6152
    @JanetDiaz6152 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I totally agree with you. Big time Ripoff...

  • @felipekaell
    @felipekaell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sou de Manaus/ Amazonas e faço serigrafia raiz, é o que gosto, e não gostaria de ter que perder a essência da serigrafia original, a arte desse belo trabalho que comecei ainda quando criança é incontestável.

  • @TheMoodyedge
    @TheMoodyedge 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Buy used. Problem solved.
    "Time consuming" vs screen printing 🤣 good one. Speaking of time, maybe spend more of it doing objective research.

    • @dk14929
      @dk14929 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Buying used solves the maintenance problem? How long have you owned a DTG?

  • @epicscratcher5162
    @epicscratcher5162 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You better upgate to a DTG printer n get that $30 a shirt...

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep that's right,DTG effort and touching feeling is much better, and we have great DTC just sale 3200USD WHATSAPP ME 008615627868872 if you are interested in it

    • @epicscratcher5162
      @epicscratcher5162 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have a M&R R series Diamondback an a Kornit Hexa HD DTG

  • @billwatcher9321
    @billwatcher9321 ปีที่แล้ว

    The funny thing is, now 3 years later, DTF has taken over. Those same brand new $20,000 DTG printers are for sale for $8,000 now and no one is buying them.
    On the other hand DTF printers are a big waist of money also. They MUST be used EVERY DAY or they clog. You can't just print a nozzle check. You have to run at least 5 full prints daily or suffer the dreaded clog. So your tossing money in the trash can.

  • @tookallyourmoney
    @tookallyourmoney 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    great points, some of these new cats coming in thinking they just invest in a printer and voila. Not a chance.
    wait till a main board or some real issues come up with it and its a 5k repair that takes 2 weeks to resolve. I run a 30k printer and fixing to dive in on a 50k one once i get back from some Asian manufacturers. End of the day for mass runs you need screens...

    • @dracosev2241
      @dracosev2241 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dtg printers are cheap nowadays and yeah man it’s just like voila I bought my house off buying a dtg printer lol and trust me I’m not knocking inkjet and heat press because I have that also along with the Cricut.

    • @tookallyourmoney
      @tookallyourmoney 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Draco Sev for mass production its not. Thats why large batch printing is still done on screens. One offs small runs sure dtg.

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I going to take my chances on voila cuz there's a huge market out there for it

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tookallyourmoney not every market is for large batches. Keep up with the younger generation, completely different market

    • @tookallyourmoney
      @tookallyourmoney 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Faith Kings I am the younger generation. Small batch makes no money. (Profits). Large runs or speciality products turn margin. But have at it. If you want some strategic business consultations holler at me. First hour is free.

  • @kamilawilliams7654
    @kamilawilliams7654 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the information. I attended the 2019 Las Vegas Magic Fashion Convention. A lot of vendors were pushing the DTG - toooo expensive for my pockets. But beautiful prints.
    Question: Which brand transfer paper are you using?
    Thank you!

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. I get my transfer papers from bestblanks.com

  • @Aboriginals822
    @Aboriginals822 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do we get the transfer paper for colored shirts?

    • @collincoyle7776
      @collincoyle7776 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I personally use Neenah transfer paper but he might use other types.

  • @ryanheard4776
    @ryanheard4776 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the way you think! Thank you

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @hamizishah3177
    @hamizishah3177 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with you, last year I bought dtg printer , it cost a lot for white ink and everyday white ink will be use for auto cleaning for printhead be wet.. Use or not use, the white ink must be circulation and goes to waste ink... But it also have pros and cons.. It make my on demand shirt run fast..

  • @tucsonairbrush3233
    @tucsonairbrush3233 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    have you tried printing on HTV vinyl? I got a vinyl cutter and a inkjet and looking to print image on inkjet then contour cut it...DTG=Not For Me!!!! It's a scam, bro!

  • @ParanormalResponse
    @ParanormalResponse 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I purchased 3 DTG machines in two years. The first two were just horrific. The last one while better still was a pain in the ass. Epson sc 2000. The thing demanded way too much maintenance which costs $100 every time you turn around. Ink is ridiculously expensive. Especially white. $180 for a liter. ( LOL) Sure the prints look great when you get them to print nice but overall, I can not see the reason for owning one. I gave it a good year and had a storefront online too. It was a Hassel going to the post office daily for a single order. Screw that, Give me a nice 5k order on a one or two color job I can knock off in two days. Because of your customers, in the end.. They don't want to spend $25 per shirt for novelty. They want to spend 5 to 12.00 for quality that they can give away, resell and re-order without going broke. DTG, Never again. I will set up a 4 color CMYK job and get great results for complicated orders. You are right. It doesnt add up. Because I added it up and I was in a hole after 1 yr.

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow! Thank you for sharing your experience. Hope people read this before they go ahead and purchase this machine.

  • @joelallen770
    @joelallen770 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can't compare single color screen print to full color dtg. You can't compare short run orders of custom shirts to 100-200 shirts with just 1-3 colors it's not the same and this is the issue with these videos. While the ink if expensive which is a major pitfall I need a screen printer to add up the cost of emulsion, emulsion remover, drying requirement, printer to print image, machine to burn images, the spray booth, water used to clean screens, the actual screens, tape, and all the other things you need to get to a level to be able to beat dtg in speed. Find me a print shop that's less than 50k that does thousands of shirts a year. I can easily have 1 dtg, 1 pretreat and 2 heat press and do 800 shirts a week no problem.

    • @aimaniman5557
      @aimaniman5557 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      800 a week, using line table, u can go for 1000 shirt for a 3 days only, i prefer screen printing

  • @paydn202
    @paydn202 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    it doesnt work for you, but as an artist i made over 30k my first year with a DTG, on the side of my actual job. but my epson f2100 isnt made to print 10 tees a day then turn off, so i have to downsize. I create my own designs, i had my machine paid off in 6 months. Yeah, buying two $200 white cartridges every month sucks but you dont have to run your white ink tube wash. you are basically throwing away ink. you just have to stay on top of your maintenance once you turn that off. cause that eats about 15 to 20 mins of work time when you turn the printer on. if you arent moving big numbers every day i wouldnt get a big DTG.

    • @paydn202
      @paydn202 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      and i have a singular circuit so i have to print and heat press completely separate. i work in about a 20'x 20' room aka my living space. so dont let this guy discourage you if you are an actual artist and believe in your work. if you are just producing the product for other people who designed it, yeah stick to screen printing. you can get full CMYK with screening. you just gotta learn about emulsion, the correct tools, the sizes of mesh on the screens. how to UV cure the emulsion, get a pressure washer to blow the exposed emulsion out. you need a dryer, you have to account for ink that isnt gonna be used, you need room for a huge machine if you are doing full CMYK color. both sides have their pros and cons. it really comes down to this guy didnt do his research and thought it was a faster way to produce. DO YOUR RESEARCH PEOPLE do calculations, add costs. dont just jump in the water

  • @dindyluvsfall1198
    @dindyluvsfall1198 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, I'm not one who who is artistic, I try going on iStockphoto, Shutterstock, Freepick and a few others, which one would you suggest or should I pay for one image at time. Thanks!

    • @adversaryproductions5298
      @adversaryproductions5298 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What kind of images do you usually need? Email Adversaryp@gmail.com I make custom images

  • @camyrocks123
    @camyrocks123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Shots Fired @KenyonKen

    • @Ricobaca
      @Ricobaca 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      More like, truth told about impetuous youtuber youths.

  • @luznunez2278
    @luznunez2278 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the best transfer paper to use?

    • @tainoink
      @tainoink  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those are from bestblanks.com

  • @kb_journeys
    @kb_journeys ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for info

  • @cargexlt
    @cargexlt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gracias hermano, I almost make that mistake.

  • @ays2013boss
    @ays2013boss 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He transfers are total garbage anybody Trying to sell clothing with any respect for themselves and their company would never use a heat transfer paper. You can't even do black shirts without it being a heavy hand it's complete garbage. I like this digital heat fx system they have it looks pretty sweet.

    • @leungleo288
      @leungleo288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep now DTG is the trend, we have great machine just sold 3200USD, whatsapp me 008615627868872 if you are interested in it

    • @roastedchickenbreast
      @roastedchickenbreast 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      What about plastisol screen printed transfers? They last as long as the shirt does.