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Firehawk screen or white screen? Help

I have recently installed a Dwin Transvision 2 projector and have a very good 130" diag. picture projected on an off-white wall. I would like to get the best possible screen to maximize the image and I hear conflicting opinions about Stewart Firehawk screens. Dwin told me they recommend a Stewart Studiotech 130, but they don't seem to have any experience of Firehawks, perhaps because they are relatively new. Some people have told me that I absolutely have to get a Firehawk, but others say that the picture can be a bit dull and have generally found them unconvincing. Can anyone give me advice about this?
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I chose the Firehawk because my DLP projector, the Plus Piano, has a fairly low light output (450 lumens). The Firehawk has a gain of 1.3 (like the Studiotech 130, I believe), whereas the Greyhawk has a gain of .95

If you are using an LCD projector, the darker screen material will improve apparant contrast. But don't opt for the Firehawk just because it's the "new thing". If your projector has moderate to high light output (1000 lumens or higher), you are probably better off with a Greyhawk.

FWIW, I'm very happy with my Firehawk...significant improvement over a white backdrop.
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