Calibrite profiler 3 announced

Adds printer profiling with the ccStudio

Calibrite Profiler 3 announced.

Calibrite have announced the printer profiling module for their Profiler software as part of Calibrite Profiler 3.

Full details at Calibrite

The software works with Calibrite branded devices. If you have an older X-Rite branded ColorMunki or i1Studio device, there is an upgrade fee for the printer profiling.

This is the press announcement for the product – Keith will be taking a more detailed look at what it does and if it’s worth updating for older measuring devices in due course.

UPDATE OFFERS

• X-Rite i1 Studio and ColorMunki Photo/Design customers must pay an upgrade fee of $69.99, £59.99, or 69.99€ to utilise the device with the PROFILER 3.0 software.
• We have a -20% discount code you can use. This code can be redeemed during checkout in the shipping basket with KEITHSTUDIO20 and is valid from now until October 15th 2025.
• Concurrently, Calibrite is offering a special promotion for customers who have not yet acquired a STUDIO device. This device is now priced 150€ cheaper, bringing its total cost to 449$€ or £389, valid from now until October 15th 2025.

Earlier versions functionality [included]

• Monitor profiling review [V1] and video review
• V2 Camera ICC and DNG profiling

Upgrading older equipment – see the table at the foot of this article

Calibrite Profiler 3 announced

Printer profiling. Scanner and camera profiling, Monitor calibration

Press info

Introducing Calibrite PROFILER 3

Calibrite Unveils PROFILER 3.0 Software

Featuring the NEW Printer/Paper Profiling Module for Precision Digital Colour Management from Capture through Edit and Now: Print!

Birmingham, UK, 9th September 2025: Calibrite, the leader in colour management solutions, is thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated release of PROFILER 3.0, a significant update to its colour calibration software now featuring printer and paper profiling. This update when combined with a Calibrite Studio device empowers photographers and creators to create custom profiles optimised to their specific printing setup and the variety of papers they use to bring their vision to life — it’s perfect for those who love to print their own images or those who have always wanted to do so.

The enhanced Calibrite PROFILER 3.0 software when used with a Calibrite Studio device offers a fully comprehensive colour management workflow from capture to edit and now to print. This gives you complete control and confidence in your colour fidelity with an intuitive interface and all the options a Colour Perfectionist could want.

Featuring built-in presets for those new to colour management and fully customisable features for more advanced users. Calibrite PROFILER 3.0 is the intuitive, simple-to-use calibration software that works seamlessly with every Calibrite Display Device and Calibrite ColorChecker Target to deliver an optimised, end-to-end digital colour workflow. This ensures consistently ideal colour from capture to edit and colour grading for Colour Perfectionists everywhere.

Take Your Photo Printing to a Whole New Level

Every inkjet and laser paper is different — and so is every print. To get the most accurate, vibrant, and consistent colour, you need to create a custom profile for each paper type you print on.

Some paper manufacturers provide generic profiles for their papers, but they can’t account for the many variables unique to your setup, including:

• Photo Printers Wear Over Time: Components like inkjet heads or laser imaging units naturally drift in performance as they age, affecting colour.
• Inks and Toners Differ: Variations in batches, especially when using third-party supplies, may introduce shifts in colour accuracy.
• Environmental Factors: Seasonal changes in temperature and humidity can impact print output.

Creating your own custom profiles
for each paper you print on will:

• Maximise colour accuracy and consistency.
• Compensate for your specific printer’s characteristics in your printing environment.
• Reduce wasted materials and reprints. Ink and paper are expensive, and your time is valuable!
• Keep your output looking professional, predictable, and true to your vision with absolute consistency.

Creating a custom paper/printer profile with Calibrite PROFILER 3.0 ensures precision, consistency, and quality in your prints.

Here’s why it’s essential:

More Precise Profiles:

• Printer Head Age and Condition: Over time, printer heads age 
 which will affect print quality. A custom profile accounts for these changes, ensuring consistent results.
• Dye Lots Can Change in Ink Sets: Inks can vary slightly between batches (dye lots). A custom profile compensates for these variations, maintaining colour accuracy.
• Colour and Characteristics of the Paper: Different papers have unique absorbency, coatings, and colours. A custom profile tailors the print output to the specific paper you’re using.
• Environmental Factors: Temperature and humidity can affect 
 how ink is absorbed by the paper. A custom profile adjusts for these conditions, ensuring optimal print quality.

Specific Profiles for Paper/Printer Combinations:

Pre-made profiles may not account for the unique combination of your printer and paper. A custom profile ensures the best possible match for your specific setup.

Better Matches for Different Sizes or Surfaces:

Different paper sizes and surfaces (e.g., glossy, matte, fine art) require different settings. A custom profile ensures that each type of paper is printed with the correct colour and density.

Iterative Patch Analysis Delivers Better Profiles Using Smaller Patch Sets:

PROFILER 3.0 learns from the first patch set and creates the second patch set based on what it learned. The result: a faster, more efficient, more effective process. This reduces measurement time, uses less paper and ink, and delivers a better custom printer profile.

Upgrading older X-Rite kit

• X-Rite i1Display Plus upgrades to Calibrite ColorChecker Display Plus
• X-Rite i1Display Pro upgrades to Calibrite ColorChecker Display Pro
• X-Rite i1Display Studio upgrades to Calibrite ColorChecker Display
• X-Rite ColorMunki Display upgrades to Calibrite ColorChecker Display
• X-Rite i1 Studio upgrades to Calibrite ColorChecker Studio
• ColorMunki Photo upgrades to Calibrite ColorChecker Studio
• ColorMunki Design upgrades to Calibrite ColorChecker Studio