Donic Waldner Senso Carbon

The blade has good control, giving me 95% consistency with fast pushes. It’s not too bouncy or too fast, achieving a perfect balance. The blade also has a large sweet spot, making it easy to control the ball.

It performed exceptionally well with the Palio CJ8000 rubbers, giving me the best control in my game. BH openers and flicks were effortless and easy.

The only minor issue is that this blade has a slightly different shape than other blades, which required me to trim the rubbers, sand the blade, or buy new rubbers. I believe this blade will be my last purchase, as it outperforms all my other blades and I plan to sell them.

After using this blade for one year, I realized it is designed for close-to-table play. If you attempt to play mid or far distances, you will lose some power and require more force to hit (this may depend on the rubber used). I used it with Nittaku Fastarc G1 on the forehand and Sanwei Ultraspin T88 on the backhand. Overall, this is an affordable and suitable blade for beginners like myself.

The Donic Waldner Senso V2 blade has seven plies, not five (as stated on the Donic website). It weighs approximately 85 grams and is classified as a medium-fast blade, renowned for its exceptional touch. When paired with medium-hard or hard rubbers, this blade delivers impressive spin and performance. Minor grammatical adjustments have been made for clarity.

It is light and nimble, offering good control due to the combination of limba and inner alc. The small head size reduces the sweet spot somewhat, but this is a worthy trade-off for the increased maneuverability. It also provides good feedback with the senso handle.

This blade is one of the best you can find on the market if you want to be able to do everything with a blade. You can play offense with it, as well as defense. All strokes are very controllable with it. Speed is more than adequate if you have the correct stroke and don’t just rely on the blade for power. It is a versatile blade with tremendous control. Well done, Donic!

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29 October 2019: I use an anatomical handle, which is great for backhand (BH). Rubbers: Nanoflex FT 48 + Rakza 7 Soft (great BH rubber, very spinny).

The blade is a blocker’s dream. Great flex, nice feeling in hand (ball hitting blade), no annoying vibrations. Control is less than Joola Rossi Emotion.

Blade Review:

As an intermediate attacking player, I’ve equipped this blade with Omega VII Euro 2mm on FH and Musa I max on BH.

The blade exhibits excellent control and generates impressive spin. Its versatility allows for a wide range of shots. It provides ample power for decisive play.

I occasionally switch between this blade and the Xiom Musa Asia blade, depending on my preference for a carbon touch.

I purchased the Waldner Senso Carbon (WSC) and Waldner Ultra Senso Carbon (WUSC) simultaneously and equipped both with Tibhar 5Q 2.1mm on the FH side and FX-P 2.1mm on the BH side. Both bare blades weigh 85g, resulting in a total weight of 178g with rubbers attached. The WUSC features equal thicknesses for its third, center, and fourth layers. In contrast, the WSC has a thick center layer flanked by four thinner outer layers, resembling traditional 5-layer blades. Both blades have carbon layers adjacent to the center layer.

Very nice blade with good control and medium fast!

This blade is not 5-plies, but rather 7-plies with a thickness of approximately 5.55mm (Limba0.5mm*2, Ayous0.5mm*2, Carbon0.025mm*2, Ayous center ply3.5mm). All plies are made from soft wood.

Overall, the blade provides excellent flex for topspin, as the carbon layers are very thin and positioned on the third ply. This results in a blade that feels like natural wood while providing an increased sweet spot. I have been using this slow carbon blade with Tenergy05 on both sides, resulting in a weight of 177g. The speed is moderately high, and spin is generated easily, making it an excellent all-around blade, which is well-suited for my playing style.

I got this blade with Acuda P2 on my backhand and Bluefire M1 on my forehand. For the backhand, it’s perfect in all things. For forehand, it’s really fast, taking into account that it’s originally Off-All+.

For me, it’s more like Off-. It’s a good blade, and I will see how it goes with time.

Update: Absolutely perfect in everything. My flat hits with the backhand are effective, and the serves have a lot of spin.

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My first composite blade ever. I stuck with it for a year, then I left it for Maze Passion. My blade was 87 gr. This blade is categorized OFF-, but I would rather say it is AR+ due to the soft touch and flexibility. It works well with all Bluefire rubbers, Joola MAXXX 500, Tenergy 05, and DHS Tinarc 3.

The main point is to equip it with nearly the same rubbers in hardness and weight; otherwise, the blade will resonate hard. I often found that the blade did not have the rigidity to support a harder rubber like JP 01 when hitting. This feels like you are just hitting with the rubber surface, but where is the sponge and the power?

Even with M2, the setup becomes very head heavy, which was good for my backhand but gave a slide curve to my forehand loops. But because of the elasticity of the blade, it is a very nice looping blade up to mid-court, with high throw and big spin. Close to the table, the softness comes in handy when blocking or placing the ball.

The neck of the blade is very wide, and the handle goes into the head deep. The head is butterfly-shaped, but the handle protrudes into it 2 mm. I had to sand down the neck of the blade to match the Butterfly neck shape, and the blade became a bit more flexible with even more spin.

I really loved this blade. It made me feel like nothing was impossible to mid-distance, but after that, my shots became weak. So this was the reason I went to faster blades.

Mine weighs 92gr (10 gr more than my korbel), so I was slightly disappointed about that. However, this is a very controllable offensive blade that is not too fast and can handle a wide range of shots.

I confess that I was expecting more from this table tennis blade. It has good control, decent speed, and is light in weight. This makes it a good overall blade; however, it doesn’t excel in any particular aspect.

This blade is amazing!

As a beginning pro player, my focus is on getting the ball on the table smartly. I have DHS Hurricane Neo rubbers on both the forehand and backhand. Surprisingly, this blade was designed for softer rubbers, but I have put hard Chinese rubbers on it, and the results are fantastic. The straight handle is my personal favourite.

If you are an all-around player like me who favours smart play with a lot of control but wants to maintain overall speed and receive (which is unmatched), you know what I’m going to say.

I use a combination of attacking and receiving with a bit of Chinese technique. Despite being on the shorter side, I can still squat, receive, and push back the ball.

I simply adore it. It is my first love blade.

It will be with me for a very long time.

This is a universal blade. Almost all kinds of rubbers work well on it.

I used it with Stiga Fx, Bluefire M3, P7, and finally Neo Hurricane 3. With soft rubbers like Stiga Fx and M3, it provides a lot of feel, control, and enough spin and speed. I recommend this combo for intermediate loopers. Using spiny medium hard rubbers like P7 makes it a perfect looping machine capable of doing spiny serves. I found it really good for blocking, but my forehand flat hitting was not accurate enough when I used P7 for the forehand. Also, power looping (over the table) and doing very short, spiny serves were a bit tricky, so I decided to find a rubber for my forehand side, the Neo Hurricane 3. It was my first experience with Chinese rubber (really hard and tacky).

In the first session, during the warming up, I realized that my forehand counter hits became faster and more accurate. After one hour of practice, I was able to execute deadly loops and really spiny short serves. It took three sessions to learn how to block well.

Therefore, my perfect combination is: Forehand: Neo Hurricane 3 (black 2.2mm) Backhand: Adidas P7 (red, MAX)

And my last word: WSC is a great blade, and in case of proper set up, it is capable of doing everything you want.

Update: After my playing level improved (need for more speed), I decided to modify the senso handle. First, I filled the handle with rubber sponge, which resulted in less vibration and a little more speed in distance play (short game remaining the same). The second modification was using a 2 mm wood piece to fill the end of the handle, which resulted in more speed with less vibration (in short play, speed increased a tad with soft touch, but in distance play, it feels nearly stiff and faster). The third modification was in the shape of the handle to make it more comfortable. It has good quality wood that can be easily sanded; therefore, with the right tool and patience, you can have your own customized handle.

I got the JO shape, not the regular shape.

WSC is a very good blade!

The word “universal” best describes this blade, as it is highly controllable. It may not be inherently fast, but when paired with medium to hard tensor rubbers, it transforms into a formidable attacking weapon.

When playing passively or executing pushes, the blade exhibits exceptional control. It also generates highly spinny loops when used with softer rubbers.

While under attack, this blade excels in blocking, counterlooping, and smashing opponents' topspins.

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Good blade, but I expected it to provide better control and feeling. Quite disappointed. I sold it after three months.

Update: I played again with my friend’s WSC after eight months while my level increased a little, and now I find it excellent. The control is very good for its speed, excellent for topspin, smashes, or blocks. Not better than my Viscaria (neither in terms of feeling, speed, control), but still a very good blade. Very good with Bracuda but superb with Tenergy 05. I recommend it!

Absolutely love this blade! I moved from Primorac to this as my level increased, and I don’t regret it one bit. I use a pair of barracuda’s and it’s really great for looping. It’s also great for blocking. The handle (fl) is really comfortable, the best I’ve tried. I’m gonna buy a second blade, just in case, because I intend to use the Waldner Senso Carbon for a long time!

I’m unsure if my Donic Waldner Senso V1 is authentic, as it appears to have 7 plies instead of the advertised 5. Examination reveals 5 wooden plies and 2 carbon layers, with the carbon layers situated after the core ply and 2 thin wooden plies after the carbon ply.

Regarding the blade’s performance, it provides excellent control when paired with Haifu Whale 2 Soft for forehand and Nittaku Hammond for backhand. The forehand control and spin are outstanding, enabling confident shot execution. The speed is adequate, not as fast as typical carbon blades but sufficient for generating the required velocity.

As my first carbon blade after the DHS Hurricane Hao, the transition from a soft, high-flex blade to a stiffer, faster one was seamless. I’ve come to appreciate this blade immensely. The Nittaku Hammond on the backhand provided limited spin, but its control and speed facilitated easy hitting and driving. Looping proved challenging, prompting me to switch to Haifu Whale Soft on the backhand.

While this combination may appear weighty, the upgraded Haifu products are noticeably lighter. The overall weight is comparable to my previous combination of Hurricane 2 and Nittaku Hammond on the Hurricane Hao.

Ultimately, the blade’s performance is influenced by the choice of rubbers. With my current combination, I experience high control and exceptional spin. This blade is an ideal option for those considering their first carbon blade.

Great upgrade from Donic Appelgren Allplay Senso V1. More speed, more stiffness, and more hardness, with the same control. Not crazy fast (a bit faster than BTF Primorac).

My brother owns the Waldner Senso Carbon blade, and I got to try it for a while. I own the model after this, the Waldner Ultra Senso Carbon. I thought I would focus on comparing the two since I am in a position to do so, and I imagine more than one person will be comparing the two when they buy.

The first thing I noticed was the difference in the carbon layers: the Ultra has the carbon layers deeper in the plies, like the Darker brand hinoki/carbon composite blades, or the Butterfly Innerforce blades. Only taking into account the feel, I actually prefer the Ultra. It feels more woody, particularly when not hitting hard. The Waldner feels closer to the way Butterfly’s best-selling carbon blades do (Boll ALC, the Michael Maze, Viscaria, etc…), a bit of a “ping” to it since the carbon is nearer the surface. The Ultra and the Waldner are quite different in this respect. I recommend hitting with both before buying if you are unsure.

The Ultra has more power from mid-distance, so much that it can be difficult to control. The Waldner, on the other hand, feels solidly OFF-, as Donic advertises. For a carbon blade, the Waldner has great control, and that is no small compliment. No surprise that Ovtcharov uses the Waldner to reign in the freaks he has to play. It is professional quality, no question. If you are unsure whether you have the technique and experience to steer the wild OFF+ power of the Ultra, or if control is a clear priority for you, then I recommend the Waldner as clearly the best choice.

My brother’s Waldner is a FL handle, my Ultra is ST. Though I have a preference for ST handles (and highly recommend the ST handle of either blade), I have to say the FL handle on the Waldner is the most comfortable, best-designed FL handle I have ever experienced. I am a grown man with big hands, and small handles irritate me. The Waldner FL is fantastic. If I wanted an FL handle, this would be it.

All in all, the Waldner is a fantastic blade. I like it better than my own Ultra. It is particularly nice that it costs half to a third what comparable blades cost. Well done, Donic!

This is the most balanced (“do it all”) blade that I have ever played with. With the right rubbers, you can have amazing control in the short game and finishing power at the same time. It is a very good tactical weapon for tactical players.

There’s not much that hasn’t already been said about this blade, but it’s a good all-around looping blade. It has enough flex to loop from a decent distance, but it’s still quite solid in the short game. The carbon layers are a reasonable distance away from the outer plies, which gives it a more “woody” feel than a harsh, fast carbon blade.

Wow, what a blade! It’s got the power and the enlarged sweet spot, but who would have guessed that it had so much feeling and control? It’s the best blade I have used so far. I had the Butterfly offensive blade before this as well as the Donic P power speed.

The blade is fantastic but not too fast. It has a good balance between speed and control, making it suitable for a wide range of players. The blade is also very well-made, with a high-quality finish.

Overall, this is a great blade that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a good all-around blade.

This is the blade, the Mozart of table tennis, that Jan-Ove Waldner himself uses. Yesterday, he won his 9th Swedish championship in Halmstad with it. He won his first 27 years ago! He played incredibly well, with fast footwork. He made his 16-year-younger opponent, Per Gerell, look old. It was a tactically perfect game by the master himself.

Oh, the review…This is a fast offensive blade with maximum control. It is slightly slower than the M.Maze blade but has greater control. It behaves a lot like it, in my opinion. It is a little front-heavy compared to the M.Maze blade, but with fast rubber, it will come alive. If you want a carbon do-it-all blade, this should be among your alternatives.

I’ve been eagerly anticipating trying this blade for some time now. It’s a solid blade, not excessively fast but with ample speed. The handle shape is exceptionally comfortable.

The only aspect I find lacking is the sound. Additionally, it’s not advisable to use heavy rubbers (such as BWII) on this blade, as they will compromise its exceptional control. However, this is a common limitation for Senso blades.

I’ve achieved optimal results with a relatively light 1.8 or 2 mm rubber on the backhand and Tenergy 64 on the forehand.

Despite its merits, I wouldn’t replace my TB ALC with this blade. When playing at high intensity, it lacks some punch from mid-distance, making my counterattacks somewhat ineffective. However, if you maintain close proximity to the table, this blade becomes a formidable weapon due to its relatively lightweight (mine weighs 82 grams).

My impression is that this blade was specifically designed for close-to-the-table gameplay, where it truly excels.

Wow, this blade has great control and feels great in my hand. It’s definitely slower than my old Gergely, which is incredibly fast. However, with this blade, I can attack with a lot more spin than I could with the Gergely, which may be due to its less stiff nature.

The handle is very comfortable.

On the forehand side, I am using Tinarc 3 rubber, and on the backhand side, I am using Tinarc rubber.

The rubber seems to perform better with this blade, but I can’t quite explain why.

This carbon blade could be the perfect companion for both beginners and experienced players alike. All you need to do is change out the rubber when necessary.

Overall, I’m very impressed with this blade.

I think the reason why this blade was so controllable is that the carbon was placed deep inside, like the inner fiber of Butterfly. It holds the ball really well.

Ever fell in love with a girl who is easy to understand, caring, and at the same time, a firecracker in bed??

You got the same in TT, in terms of your girl, i.e., your bat.

One of my favorite blades!

Unless physically abused, this blade will serve you across generations! You change your playing style? No issues, change the rubber accordingly and you have your perfect TT bat!

Want to play defensive and spinny? My doubles partner plays with Sriver EL and 729 FX, and the blade responses with loops and underspins.

Want to play Allround? My mixed doubles partner plays with the same ply with Mark V on both sides.

Want to challenge your opponent in terms of speed and spin? I play with this ply with Tibhar Genius + in FH (my favorite for some time now while using a fast ply), and Tenergy 25 in BH (my pace is stronger in BH due to the ligament injury on my right shoulder - yes, I am right-handed).

Ask my opponents what happens when I have a good day in “hunting”. Lol!!

This is one blade that can be used as your first Carbon blade, and your last Carbon blade as well!

With Tensor rubbers, this blade can take up an amazing kind of speed due to the two carbon plies tucked just under the top ply. I can certify that as I do use it. I have heard my opponents using very nasty words towards me after they received my pushes against the service. For services that I could return from close to the net, my pushes worked as fast as lazy smashes, and the receiver had too little time to react to it!

I do get amazing dwell time to put my looping topspin across the board.

Do remember in mind, this IS a docile woman in your hand, but how you put her to use depends on you, and your playing style!!

A really FANTASTIC product from Donic.

I have been using this blade for over a year and I love it! Yes, it doesn’t have the speed of other carbon blades, but with the senso handle (V1), the touch is excellent, giving a great ‘wood’ feel. This, along with the 2 carbon plies, gives good control and great accuracy.

I have been using the Donic Copper X1 Gold (max) for my forehand, and the looping is great, with good dwell (med/med-high dwell) at mid to far distance. The elastic nature of this blade (it is fairly soft for OFF blade) also adds good spin to the ball for loops. Pushes aren’t its strongest feat; they can go high and long, but not too bad.

Overall, it’s a great blade with great touch and feel. It’s especially suitable for looping mid-distance and can accommodate various all-round to offensive styles to a point.

The blade is renowned for its exceptional control and speed, earning it the reputation of the “Mozart of all blades.” Its versatility allows it to pair seamlessly with various rubbers, as demonstrated by the effective combination of FH: Tenergy 05 1.9mm and Yasaka Rakza 7 1.8mm BH. This blade empowers players to execute a wide range of shots with precision and finesse.

This table tennis blade offers a very good balance between speed and control. I have been using it for about 2 years with different Donic rubbers, including Coppa Speed, Baracuda, and Desto F2.

I use it with both sides Andro Revo Fire 1.8 mm. The blade is more than fast enough. I think people who say it is an all-round blade must have very poor technique. It is definitely an OFF blade, but there are faster blades. Good for players who like the larger sweet spot and stiffness of carbon. A better-than-average blade that can produce amazing shots with good technique. Not suited for defenders because it is too fast.

Got it a few days ago. Coupled with Mark V on both sides, I must say that it lives up to the expectations I had about it.

I was a little worried about its control, but well, I am surprised that it provides so much control with the speed. It gives a good feel of the ball rolling/hitting when you execute a drive or a kill.

It’s a good all-round/OFF- blade. I am loving it!

Bad things (from my viewpoint):

- Senso+st handle: Head heavy, may require lighter rubbers. - Produces an unpleasant sound. - Emits an unexplained odor. - Neck shape is uncomfortable and required sanding to improve. - Not ideal for smashes or flat hits. - May send the ball too high for pushes.

Good things:

- Flex: Excellent looping capabilities. - Sufficient power from all distances. - Versatile, suitable for smashes, flat hits, and various styles. - Lightweight.

Overall impression: A very good looping blade.

This blade is a great all-rounder/OFF-. Its control is really good, especially for people used to stiff and fast blades. It pairs perfectly with Tenergy 05, but I have not yet tried the new FX.

Not the fastest among carbon blades, but it offers superb control. Easy to handle for players of all skill levels. With the right rubbers, it can transform into a powerful weapon with exceptional accuracy. My personal opinion: a FANTASTIC blade!

I use a Donic Waldner Senso Ultra Carbon and I would like to know something. I am using it with 2 old rubbers, The Rapid Soft. As I am hitting with the ball I hear a TOK TOK, which sounds like a beginner’s racket. Is it like that or are my rubbers killing, so to speak, my blade? Thanks!.

This is a great blade. I use it with Butterfly Tempest rubber, and it works exceptionally well. The blade provides valuable feedback on every strike, which I greatly appreciate. It’s relatively lightweight and excels as an offensive blade. I highly recommend it.

This is an exceptional blade. I use it with Tenergy 05 and it works beyond belief!!!.

This is a very good blade, and I would recommend it to any offensive player. The blade delivers an exceptional feel. The very light weight allows for a fast stroke, which gives the ball extra spin.

Very good blade with very good feel and control. I really love it!

It is a good blade, a tad faster than the Korbel, but they are very similar. It is a bit stiffer too but still loops well. It is on the higher side of OFF.

Strength: — Excellent flat game (all kinds of blocks, hits) — Good features close to table games (speed and control) — Light

Weakness: — Spin games — Far and 2nd zone game, it lacks speed and dynamics.

Fine blade for players close to the table looking for a balanced light blade. I played it for quite a long time before changing.