Welcome to Echo Darkroom.
Melbourne Colour and B&W Darkroom
LPL C7700 Colour Enlarger.
The LPL C7700 Colour Enlarger is the cornerstone of the darkroom, offering unparalleled precision for your printing needs.
Equipped with two negative carriers, this enlarger accommodates up to 6x7 format negatives, ensuring flexibility for various projects.
The standard easel fits paper sizes up to 8x10 inches, with larger easels available upon request. Ensure a streamlined workflow by notifying us of your requirements before booking.
Read the manual here.
Doran Paper Safe.
The DORAN Paper Safe is designed to keep your film and paper secure throughout your session.
Accommodating sizes up to 8.5 x 11 inches, this safe ensures your test strips and paper remain organised and protected.
This essential feature provides peace of mind, allowing you to focus on creating stunning prints.
FUJIFILM Fujicolor Crystal Archive Type II Paper.
We stock Fujifilm Fujicolor Crystal Archive Paper in 8x10 inches, available in Glossy, Lustre, and Matte finishes.
This premium paper ensures your prints are vibrant and long-lasting.
Please notify us at least one week in advance if you wish to purchase additional paper for your session.
Stay updated on pricing and availability to ensure you have ample supply for your projects.
FUJIFILM Fujicolor Crystal Archive Type II Paper (8 x 10", Glossy, 100 Sheets) $160.00 per box
FUJIFILM Fujicolor Crystal Archive Type II Paper (8 x 10", Lustre, 100 Sheets) $155.00 per box
FUJIFILM Fujicolor Crystal Archive Type II Paper (8 x 10", Matte, 100 Sheets) $155.00 per box
Ilford CAP40
The Ilford Cibachrome Cap-40 Paper Processor, modified for the RA4 process, is positioned conveniently next to the enlarger. It can print up to 16’’ wide.
This setup allows you to process your prints without taking an extra step, maximizing efficiency.
See your prints in under 3 minutes, ensuring a smooth workflow.
For longer sessions, we provide additional chemistry for continuous top-up, ensuring uninterrupted productivity.
Ilfospeed 5250 paper dryer.
The Ilfospeed 5250 Paper Dryer delivers rapid results, drying your prints in just 10 seconds.
This quick turnaround allows you to assess your test strips accurately and efficiently, ensuring optimal print quality.
Print Viewing Filter.
The Kodak Color Print Viewing Filter Kit helps you view your prints with accuracy.
Stored in a sleek drawer below the enlarger for easy access, this kit is essential for evaluating the colour balance and overall quality of your prints.
Ensure your work meets professional standards with the help of our viewing filter kit, an integral part of the Colour Darkroom experience.
Kaiser rotary cutter.
The Kaiser Rotary Cutter features a self-sharpening circular blade, grinded counter-blade, and automatic paper clamping for precise cuts.
The transparent paper-holding strip, angle stop with cm and inch scales, and detachable magnetic backstop ensure perfect results every time.
The base plate is marked with cm and inch scales and format markings, making it easy to achieve professional-quality cuts.
Filtered Water.
We use a four-stage reverse osmosis filter to mix the chemistry and ensure stability and consistent quality.
This system guarantees that your prints are developed using the purest water, free from impurities that could affect the outcome.
D65 lights.
The 6500k ceiling lights provide optimal lighting for viewing prints, measuring 8EV from the tabletop.
This setup ensures accurate colour assessment and detail visibility, essential for producing high-quality prints.
Benefit from the professional lighting conditions at our Melbourne Darkroom Rental facility, designed to support your creative vision.
What People Are Saying
“I am a digi tech and photographer who has been in many different darkrooms in various countries. What I look for is affordability and functional equipment. And Melbourne finally has a decent option!
The guys at Echo darkroom are super friendly, and the darkroom is very easy to navigate. If you are looking to print color not bigger than 8x10, that’s your spot.”
— Alessandro Biasotto @lsnbst
“I needed to use a colour darkroom to print some photos for an editorial.
The set-up echo has is great - it’s a very sweet private room, with everything you need to print. They also include access to an Epson flatbed so you can scan your prints, which makes for a really smooth workflow.
Their prices / hours are great, and the two people running the show are equally great. Jiaxi is very accommodating - she answered all my questions super promptly and thoroughly.
They’re currently only set for 10x8, but hoping to change that I believe - which it will be great if they can accommodate larger paper sizes.
All around 10/10
Thanks guys!”