8.2out of 10Our score
Best for advanced attackers who want a stable, firm diamond with strong net play, but skip it if you need forgiveness.
Power8.2
Control8.6
Best for advanced attackers who want a stable, firm diamond with strong net play, but skip it if you need forgiveness.
A firm, stable diamond for advanced players, or intermediates with sound mechanics, who attack from the net and finish with overheads. Power on the smash and heavy volleys is the headline, and the frame stays steady when you hit hard. It handles more easily than older Vertex models but is still not forgiving, and reviews disagree on how much power it really has.
Power is the headline, especially on the smash and on heavy volleys, and the frame stays stable when you hit hard from awkward positions. Opinions differ on how much is on tap: some find it explosive, others calmer and more placement-minded than the more aggressive versions of the line.
Control is better than most attacking diamonds offer, and the grippy surface helps with bandejas and viboras. The ball exit is moderate, so slow defensive balls need you to accompany the shot rather than rely on rebound.
It handles more easily than older Vertex models, so it moves well at the net for a diamond with a medium-high balance. The head-heavy feel shows over long matches, and a weight system lets you shift the balance a little.
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Suggest a correctionGood, but not forgiving. The hitting zone is a little more generous than on older Vertex models, yet mis-hits high on the face lose depth quickly.
Respectable rather than plush, with a firm, direct feel at impact. Arm-sensitive players should be careful, particularly with the head-heavy feel over long matches.
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