Xiom Zetro Quad
Blade description
The Xiom Zetro Quad is a composite blade featuring a unique 3+2 construction that incorporates Zylon and carbon layers. Despite its composite nature, the blade is characterized by a soft, wood-like feel provided by its thick Kiso-hinoki outer plies, which offer significant dwell time and exceptional touch for the short game. While it provides a crisp, solid response during high-impact shots, it maintains a level of vibration that allows for reliable tactile feedback.
Playing Characteristics
- Speed and Power: Positioned in the offensive (OFF) range, the blade offers a controlled gear for touch shots and a higher “second gear” of power that engages during fast rallies or aggressive smashes.
- Spin Generation: Highly regarded as a “spin machine,” the blade excels at generating heavy topspin, making it particularly effective for both brush looping and loop-driving. The soft outer plies allow the ball to sink into the blade, providing a secure, spin-heavy trajectory.
- Control and Feel: The blade is noted for its consistency and balance. It is versatile enough to handle delicate touch play near the table, yet stable enough for mid-to-long distance attacking. While some users find it highly intuitive, others note it can be sensitive to heavy, high-tension rubbers.
- Suitability: It pairs effectively with a wide range of rubbers, including Euro-Japanese and Chinese varieties, though results may vary based on sponge hardness and throw angle preferences. It is best suited for attackers who prioritize spin and placement over raw, uncontrolled speed.
Also Known As
- Chinese: 泽特罗四碳 (slang: Zetro, ZQ)
- Japanese: ゼトロクアッド (slang: ゼトロ)
- German: (slang: ZQ)
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Recent Reviews
#1 — May 2026
At the beginning, I loved the blade. High throw. Easy loops. And then month after month I found it mushy and introducing a level of uncertainty in my shots. At the top gear, the blade is not linear. You put 120% of energy to kill the point and you get 105%. I think I hurt my shoulder using it.
#2 — June 2024
I took too long to acquire this blade. Now I am looking for the latest batches to get one more. What a wonderful blade, almost unbelievable! XZQ is fast (not superfast) but gives outstanding control. I believe no blade I have tried before gives both. For example, Timo Boll ZLF also gives great control, but is slow compared to XZQ or even Viscaria. And Viscaria has enough speed, but not a control like XZQ. Those four layers of synthetic fibers do a great job with dwell time, providing control. Blocking with it is super easy, and unlike the manufacturer says, I found it easier to FH attack with speed balls instead of looping with high balls. Maybe due to my choice of rubbers, I am using Tibhar Hybrid MK Pro max on FH side, and this rubber is hard as a brick. And I block on the BH with Nittaku Sieger PK 50 2.0mm. Blade came in at 89g, which is ideal for me (between 85 and 90g). I highly recommend XZQ to players looking for better control than ALC blades while maintaining equal speed.
#3 — March 2024
This blade is a literal pain in the butt. The serious problem with it is that it makes your setup more bouncy and spin-sensitive, and by a lot. This can be a pleasant thing for looping and adding spin to serves, but dealing with an opponent’s heavy spin is a nightmare when using ZQ. On an advanced level, using this blade can mean an automatic disadvantage for receiving serves, pushing, countering, or blocking spin-loaded loops. No wonder a former $150 blade was sold for a mere $50 before it was discontinued. I can name at least a dozen other similarly fast blades that are much better in the mentioned fields.
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