Nittaku Tenor

≈ 87 grams ≈ 1242 Hz

Blade description:

The Nittaku Tenor is a premier all-wood table tennis blade, renowned for its exceptional combination of speed, control, and feel. Designed for the offensive player, it features a classic composition that caters to those who prefer the nuances of wood over carbon alternatives. The blade’s construction emphasizes quality craftsmanship, offering a perfect balance of power and precision that appeals to serious competitors.

In terms of specifications, the Tenor weighs approximately 94 grams, positioning it in the heavier category, which some players might find challenging to adapt to. It has a thickness of 6.0 mm, providing a robust structure that excels in generating spin and speed. The stiffness rating of 6.7 indicates a moderate level of flexibility, ensuring that players can achieve both control and explosiveness when executing shots. Players have noted that, although it is not as rapid as carbon blades, it nonetheless provides ample speed for offensive play when leveraged correctly.

The blade’s versatility makes it an attractive option for all-round offensive players, with its dwell time allowing for enhanced control during short games and spin-heavy shots. Reviews also highlight its effectiveness across various rubber setups, underscoring its adaptability. As an alternative, enthusiastic players who prioritize speed and lighter weight might explore carbon blades; however, those who appreciate the tactile feedback and depth of feel that wood blades offer will find the Tenor unmatched. Overall, the Nittaku Tenor is an excellent choice for players seeking a high-quality, responsive blade that supports a skillful and aggressive playing style.

Recent Reviews

#1 — June 2017

From the past to fumble. Choosing the parts of my hard not easy. The size of fat cheeks are not the same, but I like the big tight. The weight of this model is 92 plus minus 1 g, I’m OK. I have to bounce on the plate to get better.

#2 — May 2012

Okay, I must admit that I bought this blade because it was the most expensive all-wood blade I found in a shop. However, I am not disappointed with the price I paid for it. I was using a Joola Wing Passion Extreme before this.

This blade is definitely an OFF blade. It is quite heavy at 92 grams, and you will notice it, especially the head. It has a good dwell time and is suitable for the short game. It’s obviously not as fast as a carbon blade, but if you put effort into it, you can really get some power out of it. I am not a fan of carbon blades after using several from Butterfly, chiefly the Innerforce ZLC and the Timo Boll Spirit. They do not give me the feel that a wood blade gives me.

#3 — March 2012

I got my Nittaku Tenor used from a player who probably had it for a while. Right away I noticed that the blade is heavier than what I’m custom to play with and the head is slightly larger. So I just got my router and I reduced the size of the head to 150x157, the size of the most blades I played with before. As a result, my blade is better balanced (before it was head heavy), and lighter as well (88 grams).

It has a lot of power and greater control than my Darker Speed 90, which is a 1 ply hinoki. I used two setups: T64FX(FH) with T05FX(BH) and the second setup was T05FX(FH) with T05(BH). Both worked as a charm. So far, this is my best blade and I will stick with it!

I’m not sure why Nittaku chose the larger head for this blade, but for me, it was an easy fix by customizing the size of the head.