Yinhe 970 XX-A

All-wood 4 reviews
≈ 90 grams ≈ 1284 Hz

Blade description:

The Yinhe 970 XX - A table tennis blade is a top-performing option for players seeking a balance of speed, control, and consistency. Crafted from premium materials, the 7-ply blade features a limba outer layer, sandwiched between cypress and Ayous core plies, resulting in an exceptional combination of power and precision.

With a speed rating of 9.1 and a control rating of 9.3, the Yinhe 970 XX - A excels in enabling aggressive playstyles while maintaining excellent control. Its moderate stiffness rating of 6 provides a crisp feel and enables fast and precise strokes. The blade's hardness level of 5.6 contributes to its responsiveness and makes it suitable for a wide range of playing styles.

The Yinhe 970 XX - A stands out for its remarkable consistency, earning it a rating of 10. This attribute ensures that players can maintain consistent ball placement and achieve high levels of accuracy during matches. The overall rating of 9.4 reflects the blade's exceptional performance and its ability to meet the demands of competitive players.

This blade is perfect for those who want to take their game to the next level. Its combination of speed, control, and consistency makes it an excellent choice for both offensive and defensive players. With a 5.6mm thickness, the Yinhe 970 XX - A provides a solid feel and excellent feedback, enhancing the player's ability to execute precise shots.

Based on numerous forum reviews, the Yinhe 970 XX - A has received overwhelming positive feedback. Players praise its exceptional control, consistency, and ability to generate ample spin. Its versatility makes it suitable for a variety of playing styles, from all-around to attacking.

Overall, the Yinhe 970 XX - A table tennis blade is a superb choice for players seeking a high-performance blade that offers a harmonious blend of speed, control, and consistency. Its exceptional ratings and positive reviews make it a highly recommended option for players at various skill levels.

Recent Reviews

#1 — November 2021

Higher throw than Viscaria, with slightly less speed, better spin, longer dwell time, and improved control. It offers a muted feeling.

The ball results are quite similar to Victas ZX Gear In (newer version), but this blade is faster, has slightly less spin, and better control. The Gear In provides a slightly excessive dwell time for my preference.

970XX A is my preferred blade. As a two-wing looper, I recommend pairing it with Neo Hurricane 3 Provincial Orange sponge (max) and Vega Pro. I intend to replace the Hurricane with Tibhar MX-S, as it performs exceptionally well with the Gear In.

If you are not concerned about the muted feeling, the 970XX A is an excellent choice.

#2 — April 2021

I bought this blade due to its construction. I prefer blades with inner carbon. It falls between the Innerforce Layer ALC and Timo Boll ALC in terms of characteristics.

Compared to the Innerforce, it provides less ball feel and less flex but maintains the same level of control. It is slower than the TB ALC but offers a similarly crisp and slightly hard feel. It pairs well with tensor and hard tacky rubbers.

The blade facilitates executing powerful loops with spin and even smashes. I have utilized DHS GoldArc 8 or Rakza 7 on the backhand and Yinhe Jupiter II or Big Dipper on the forehand.

The quality is comparable to Butterfly products, but it is more budget-friendly.

After several months, I updated the rubbers. I currently use Tibhar Evolution EL-S on the forehand, FX-S on the backhand, and have noticed a significant improvement in feel. It appears that this blade is best suited for medium-hard or medium-soft rubbers.

#3 — May 2020

This blade is an off blade, suitable for loopers. It pairs well with Chinese rubbers.

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