Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon

This was my first custom made racket with Donic Barracuda (don’t remember the sponge thickness) on both sides. I came from a crappy Kinson premade bat. It was so much heavier but easy to get used to after a week or two.

I actually learned how to lift backspin on both FH and BH on this blade. It’s great for beginners, but I would recommend an Evolution MXP for FH instead of a Barracuda (you’ll see why when you play). But Barracuda on BH is great.

I also heard Sriver on both sides was recommended, but I’m not sure because I haven’t tried that. However, Sriver is a good transition into the “real” Tenergy and Dignics rubbers that I’m using now, so both combos are fine.

More about the blade: You HAVE to apply a protective tape around the blade edge because the side wood is quite fragile.

Mine is 81 grams, and this is my second YMLC blade. This blade was specially selected for me because I prefer light blades with a neutral balance, and this blade meets my expectations.

I pared it with Rasante 47 FH and 42 on BH. I got good control. It was easy to spin, block, and chop with stability. I have used this blade for 6 months. It’s a great blade, but the grip is a bit too thin for me.

I’m using a Cpen ML Carbon with short pips and inverted in the BH. This blade is very thin and light, making it quick and easy to switch from FH to BH. However, it’s not so fast; you must make a full swing to play to its full potential. Control is excellent; it’s very controllable on short play and also in blocks. The large sweet spot provides an excellent feeling on topspins. This blade is made of Limba outer ply, followed by Ayous, soft carbon, and Ayous core. Such a construction requires a full swing because Limba and Ayous “hold” the ball (longer dwell). I would say ML Carbon is an allround-offensive blade for the player with a controlled attacking style, very much like Donic Waldner Senso Carbon.

Paired with black Rakza 9 on FH and red Rakza 7 soft on BH, it is a good blade. It is fast enough, and its control is good because of its large sweet spot.

For balance, you may need to consider the weight of the rubber you choose due to the thin and light nature of the blade.

Overall, it is a good blade for you to experience some carbon feels paired with tensor rubbers.

I believe I am the only one who dislikes this blade. It is excessively light and thin, and the grip is unsatisfactory. Moreover, significant strength is required to prevent it from vibrating.

This blade is excellent, offering both exceptional speed and remarkable control. I’ve paired it with Donic Coppa on the forehand, resulting in highly spinny topspins. However, the speed is slightly reduced due to using only a single layer of glue on the blade. Notably, I acquired this blade at a very reasonable price of 27 euros (approximately $30), making it an excellent value.

Very good blade with good control. It allows for easy topspin shots, unlike my previous blade. DHS POWER.G2 is very fast. I use DHS Hurricane 2 on the forehand and DHS Skyline 2 on the backhand. It’s a very good combination.

Nice blade for all-round play. Loops are good. I use JOOLA Express II on the backhand and Coppa on the forehand. Overall, it is good for players transforming from intermediate play to serious play.

Fast, thin, and reliable, this blade is great for smashing. It’s also light and allows you to really feel the ball.

This is a very good blade. It has good control, good speed, and is very manageable. Additionally, it is very cheap for its kind. I got it for only $59.

Nice and light. Excellent value for money. A slight hollow sound and vibration with the standard Yasaka New Era’s, but I found it very nice when I replaced the forehand side with a 2.0mm Mark V. I have actually ordered another one for experimenting, because for the money, you can’t go wrong. More blades mean more rubbers, MMM Rubbers :).

Good speed with great control and feeling.

This blade offers a great balance of affordability and quality. Despite featuring two carbon layers, it does require significant effort to generate reasonable loop speed. The hollow sensation and vibration contribute to enhanced control, but they can diminish the feel of the ball.

This blade is not well-suited for use with thick rubbers. In fact, it is quite particular about the rubbers used. Tensor rubbers may be more suitable as they provide better feel on the blade.

It’s important to note that the power of this blade is not linear when paired with soft or thick rubbers. Touch shots may become too fast due to the rubber’s properties, while looping and smashing may feel sluggish as the blade becomes softer when compressed through the rubber.

Finding suitable rubbers for this blade is crucial to optimize its performance. Some adjustments to the blade may also be necessary to achieve the desired feel and playability.

Not a fan of the blade that I received. I found it was very hard to get good dwell time compared to other blades, no matter the type of rubber. However, I did find that it worked well with short pips or a hitting playstyle.

Guess this blade is underrated. I have tested over 300 blades. The Ma Lin Carbon is a very good blade for me as an elder mid-class player. It is very controlled and spinny with Fastarc G-1, and for me, it is fast enough when necessary. It is also very forgiving and fits well for ALL- play. Give it a try.

Great blade.

Nice blade, balanced.

Top quality blade for the price.

It has a good feel for a carbon blade.

Excellent racket for the price, ideal for beginners.

Paired with Flyatt Hard rubbers (2.0), this blade feels comfortable in hand. It allows for versatile play, including looping, pushing, blocking, and topspin, both close to the table and in the mid-range. Serve returns are also easily managed.

While there might be a slight lack of spin, it’s a very enjoyable blade to play with. The total weight with rubbers is 172 grams, but the speed is sufficient.

I am considering purchasing another blade and pairing it with Fastarc G1 rubbers. I’m also curious about trying it with Rasanter R47 and Omega V Pro, as I am currently using these rubbers with an EC11 carbon blade and am satisfied with the results.

Quality item.

I’m 59 years old and received prompt delivery from tt11. Previously, I was using a Gergely (Tamca 5000) blade with Rakza 7 Soft on the forehand and Andro Hexer Duro on the backhand.

I wanted a blade with a little more control and a crispy feel, as my previous setup was very fast, especially for pushes and blocks against pimples.

For the last five days, I’ve been playing with the YML Carbon blade, Rasanter 42 (max) on the forehand, and Xiom Omega X (2mm) on the backhand. I prefer soft to medium-soft rubbers.

This blade has excellent control with a larger sweet spot, crispy feel, and slightly favorable vibrations. It is good for flat kill loops, as well as blocks and pushes, both close to the net and long.

I’m still adjusting to the Xiom Vega X, as it’s a little harder and has a higher throw angle compared to the Hexer Duro. The Rasanter 42 is soft and good for loops, blocks, cuts, and pushes.

This review is based on my first five days of experience. Please treat it as phase one. I will provide a second phase review after one or two months.

A good blade for the price, but not fast. It is suitable for those who value control over speed.

The blade corresponds to the description: high-quality, moderately light (85-86 g), and moderately fast.

I compared this blade with the Tibhar Samsonov Force Pro Black Edition. The Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon is slower and offers more control.

It is very good for flat smashes. Its price was good at 41 euros, but it’s unfortunate that it is getting more expensive.

This paddle is excellent and comfortable for everyone. It offers a good balance of both speed and control.

Nice. It’s good to use and improve your game.

I have been playing with the new Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon blade for two months now.

The blade is excellent, providing a good feeling and excellent control.

Excellent.

Very comfortable. You need to get used to the bounces and play more to adjust to the blade faster.

Great blade for the price.

It’s a wee bit flexy and has a wooden feel to it.

Considering the price point, this blade is excellent. It’s not excessively fast like many carbon blades. The spin generated on forehand loops is excellent (using Tenergy 05fx). There is also enough speed for drives and smashes.

This is a very underrated blade and would even be suitable for beginners if paired with a more controlled rubber.

Having tried Acoustic Carbon and Innerforce blades, I don’t see the value proposition that justifies the extra £100.

As a decent amateur with 30 years of playing experience, I’ve tried many blades.

The price-to-quality ratio is excellent. However, lately, it seems Yasaka hasn’t been paying close attention to their product quality. The edges are not sanded, and the handle isn’t properly finished, increasing the risk of splinters.

The Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon is a very interesting blade. It’s very nice to play with when you are playing well, but it requires a lot of getting used to – more so than other composite blades, in my opinion.

Like many inner carbon blades, it has a woody feeling. However, you need very good touch. Failing to tighten your grip at the right time will result in the blade flexing too much, causing the ball to go long. Conversely, tightening too early will result in no flex at all, leading to the ball hitting the net.

In terms of performance, the blade is great value for money and has a high skill ceiling. However, I’ll be going back to ALC, which is less exciting but easier to play with.

This is my third purchase from TT11, and I’m consistently impressed with their excellent service.

The Ma Lin Carbon blade is proving to be a great choice. It offers a good balance, and its speed is manageable. This allows players to focus on and refine proper technique.

It’s a little heavy for handling, but good for forehand smashing.

I didn’t find anything inherently “wrong” with this blade, but it didn’t offer anything particularly special for me, nothing that elicited a “wow!” effect. I was hoping to replace my expensive Viscaria with this blade, but unfortunately, it didn’t quite work out.

It feels somewhat stiff regardless of the shot type. It’s a bit too fast during the short game and doesn’t provide much dwell time for looping. It felt like a flat board with a handle attached.

I’ve since re-ordered a new Nittaku S-CZ, and I’m quite stunned by its qualities. It has a wide range of gears, feels really soft during short play, serves, and returns, but the power kicks in on harder shots. Plus, it offers significantly more control than the Viscaria. I’m wowed by the S-CZ!

A senior player in my club suggested this blade, as he uses it himself. It’s a very good blade for fast play, though not super fast, and offers good control.

The blade is slightly heavy, but it’s very easy to use and provides a good feel. I thoroughly recommend it.

This blade offers excellent control, allowing for precise ball placement. I’m currently using it with a DHS Hurricane Neo 3 on the forehand and a Tibhar Evolution MX-P on the backhand, and the combination is awesome!

However, it does require you to generate a bit more power in your strokes. I prioritized control when choosing this blade, and it has proven to be a worthwhile purchase.

Excellent blade for the price.

It’s the cheapest carbon blade on the market, as far as I know.

This is a good carbon blade. It’s not too fast and not too slow, but offers very good value for the price.

I found it to be more controlled than the Fang Bo Carbon.

As usual, great service from TableTennis11.

The MLC blade offers a lot of control in the short game, when serving, and at the table.

It is exceptional for blocking and topspin play. It also allows for a great deal of precision when engaging in topspin exchanges from mid-distance.

It remains very firm when hitting through the ball with a topspin, and you don’t feel any vibration.

Yet, you don’t feel the presence of carbon. It feels like playing with an “all-wood” blade.

When paired with the Stiga Mantra S, the ball feeling is superb! Opening loops are effortless, both on the forehand and backhand sides.

I’m definitely adopting it.

This blade offers a soft touch and provides a good feeling for the ball.

It exhibits a slight flexibility, making it well-suited for use with medium-hard rubbers.

However, I did not find it compatible with my Rakza PO short pips on the forehand. In my opinion, the Clipper CR remains the best blade for short pips.

Good.

Large sweet spot. Not a high price for a quality item.

The blade exhibits significant flex due to its 5.8mm thickness. Control is decent, and there’s sufficient speed for varied playstyles. Impressively, it outperforms many higher-priced blades on the market. Thanks for the service.

Excellent product at a very good price.

I recommend it.

I liked everything except the handle. The FL handle is too thin for me. I should have ordered the AN.

I am looking forward to reviewing this product later when I finish testing it.

Definitely a fast blade due to the two layers of carbon.

The control is excellent, although it lacks the ball feeling I’m accustomed to with my 25-year-old Stiga Legend.

There is a bit of vibration when hitting the ball hard, which I find undesirable.

It takes a little getting used to, especially if you were previously using a Cornilleau Aero Allround blade.

It simply requires training and practice. The control is good.

I’m really happy with this racket.

I am constantly on the lookout for budget-friendly equipment.

Excellent.

If you’ve used the Yasaka Ma Lin EO and are looking for a bit more power, this blade is the right choice for you. You’ll find it offers more power while maintaining the same level of control.

However, the quality doesn’t quite match the YEO. The finishing seems to be lacking.

The blade is light and well-balanced. I would recommend medium-hard or medium-soft rubbers, depending on whether you prioritize power or control.

I really like this blade because it has carbon, and it’s cheaper than other similar options.

Has a slight vibration and produces a loud sound upon impact, but overall, it’s an excellent product.

Great quality, but a bit too fast for my game, though.

Good, but it has a slight vibration when the ball hits the rubber.

I have just received two Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon blades with Rakza X on both sides. As usual, the products were wonderfully packed and beautifully finished by TT11.

You haven’t stopped surprising me with your professionalism. In fact, I would like to convey the compliment from a professional table tennis coach in Delhi, who called your website the “Brahmastra” in acquiring table tennis products, meaning it’s the final word in all things table tennis.

This blade is very good, but when I compare it to my Donic Black Devil, it feels a little slow.

I am still trying to come to terms with TT11 not shipping Donic products to India. Soon, you may come out with a new policy of not shipping a few other company products, like Butterfly, Nittaku, or Yasaka, to India.

Your policy decisions are yours, of course, but it has certainly put off many of my friends from ordering on your website. Good luck for the future; may some good sense prevail on you.

Nice price.

Lightweight, this blade allows for good control while still enabling me to generate reasonable power.

Good control with soft attack offense strokes.

Lightweight and easy to maneuver.

Beautiful blade that pleases me a lot!

I can’t think of another blade.

Elasticity and control are excellent.

It feels normal to me because I don’t feel much of the carbon. It still has more of a wood feeling.