Donic New Impuls 6.5
Blade description:
The Donic New Impuls 6.5 is an all-wood blade designed with an emphasis on high control and a unique, dampened playing sensation. It features a specialized gluing process that effectively eliminates unwanted vibrations, providing a clean and consistent feedback profile. Despite its thickness, the blade utilizes spruce outer veneers to ensure a soft touch and sufficient dwell time, allowing players to feel the ball deeply during contact.
Playing Characteristics
- Feel and Dwell: The blade is characterized by a notably soft, muted feel. The combination of its construction and the specific gluing technique results in a “natural” touch that excels in short-game precision, serve returns, and controlled play.
- Stiffness and Speed: While structurally stiff due to its 6.5mm thickness, the blade plays with a controlled, all-round speed. It provides enough power for active topspin play when paired with harder rubbers, effectively softening the impact feel of faster sheets without sacrificing the ability to generate winners.
- Compatibility: It performs optimally with hard-sponge rubbers (45° ESN or higher) or sticky rubbers. It is also noted for its effectiveness when paired with long-pips rubber due to its dampened response.
Design and Construction
- Wood Composition: This is an all-wood blade.
- Ergonomics: The straight handle is designed to accommodate larger hands, featuring substantial length and circumference.
- Suitability: The blade is best suited for players prioritizing maximum control and a soft, vibration-free contact. It is not intended for players seeking a fast, high-velocity, or high-vibration blade, but rather for those who value touch and consistency in both close-to-the-table and mid-distance rallies.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — June 2025
I was looking for a blade with the HIGHEST control (excluding defensive blades) because my technique is weak. I needed MAX dwell time to smooth out my mistakes and learn independently without a coach.
I was fortunate to trust Donic’s stats and bought the New Impulse 6.5 (I now own three). The high control, acceptable speed, lack of vibrations, and very soft feel immediately impressed me.
I have tried many other blades before and after, and I dislike them all due to MUCH LESS control compared to this blade. These include the EU Primorac, Nittaku Acoustic, Appelgren Allplay Senso V2, TSP Balsa 4.5 ALL, and even the Donic Defplay Classic Senso V3. The last blade turned out to be not only less controllable but also substantially faster than the New Impulse 6.5.
This blade is not for everyone, but if you value control above all else, need a speed margin for active play, dislike vibrations, and prefer a soft feel at contact, this blade is for you. Highly recommended!
#2 — June 2025
Donic’s New Impuls blades have a very special feel unlike any other blade I know. Due to the special gluing process, there’s virtually no vibration.
The wood itself is quite stiff for an All+ wood due to the blade’s thickness. However, it has a soft touch and good dwell time because of the outer spruce veneer. I think it combines best with harder rubbers; I wouldn’t play it below 45° ESN.
It has a medium to high bounce and supports a topspin-based playing style. The straight handle is suited for big hands (103mm long, 30mm wide, 22.5mm high, 90mm circumference).
The build quality is top-notch. It provides high control and medium speed, but when paired with the right rubber, active play, and good technique, it’s also easy to hit direct winners.
#3 — November 2024
Lots of control and the feeling is natural. It performs best with sticky rubbers.
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