The 5th generation of our Multigrade Resin Coated variable contrast black and white photo paper. Ideal for beginners and advanced users. Ilford Multigrade RC Deluxe is the 5th generation of the world's most popular range of black and white photo papers and utilizes the latest emulsion technology. This paper is the perfect choice for beginners students and darkroom pro's delivering a full tonal range and exceptional image quality throughout its wide contrast range of grades 00-5. It is now easier than ever to get stunning darkroom prints whether you are new to the darkroom and creating straight prints from your negatives or are a more experienced printer looking for full creative control. Additionally these papers offer excellent toning properties giving those who want to experiment or learn toning an alternative starting option to our fiber based papers. Compared to Ilford Multigrade IV RC Deluxe - what you need to know. Since the launch of the world's first variable contrast Multigrade paper back in 1940 Ilford has maintained a long and proud tradition of quality. Launched 25 years after generation 4 this 5th generation paper continues to build on the defining features of its predecessors. Key differences Generation 5 has a slightly warmer base tint better blacks for greater depth improved mid-grade spacing and a smoother sensometric curve providing more uniform contrast throughout the tonal range.