Date   : Wed, 02 Feb 1983 12:45:00-PST
From   : fylstra@sri-tsca
Subject: Epson MX-80/FT

A few weeks ago I discovered that Epson is drying up the supplies of
MX-80/FT's (and presumably all variations on the -80).  A number of
local dealers are unable to reorder their standard weekly supply of
MX-80's, and all they know is that Epson is discontinuing the -80,
replacing it with a new printer called the 'FX-80' (??).  Nobody seems
to know how the FX-80 will be superior to the MX-80.  I saw what the
exhibitor claimed to be an FX-80 at the CP/M-83 show, but was unable
to get much info about it.  It resembled the MX-100, was supposed
to print at 120 cps, and cost $750.

It seems strange that Epson would discontinue the world's most successful
printer.  I presume that the -80 will continue to be supported.  Anyone
know more about this?

Dave Fylstra