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Review of RED 2.1 DIGNICS 05
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I have used this rubber for just over a year, and I can tell you that it is a brilliant piece of equipment. However, to excel with it, you must possess excellent technique and control. If you play at a high level with good control and technique, it is one of the best options available.
For me, I have learned that I need rubbers that are more forgiving, as consistency is key to landing good shots. I would advise you to consult a coach rather than simply purchasing rubbers as I have been doing. Not only will this save you money, but it will also ensure that you get rubbers that will help you play more consistently. Do not make the mistake of buying rubbers solely because you see top-quality players using them.
In my humble opinion, Dignics 05 is the best rubber from BTY and one of the best available in the market. It all began when I borrowed a blade with D05 from a friend to hit for 5 minutes. I immediately fell in love with that rubber. It offered so much control, speed, and spin in the right balance, and it was also lightweight. The rubber was old, with around one year of use, which led me to wonder how a brand new one could behave.
Despite its crazy expensive price, I decided to get one, and it was my best purchase ever! D05 is better than any other rubber I have tried. The control while being offensive is astonishing. Speed and spin come easily. With a lazy, half-stroke, the ball goes with quality and precision. When putting in great effort, it becomes a monster offensive weapon.
I have yet to try the Dignics 80, which is listed even faster than D05. But for now, D05 is my favorite rubber. One of its great aspects is durability. Mine has been used for 3 months, and the topsheet is still shining. Just cleaning it with a humid cotton ball is enough to make it new again. No other rubber I have owned has kept the topsheet like D05 for so long. The sponge has not faded either. I believe it will be useful for more than one year, maybe one and a half year.
As I said, it is the best rubber I have bought. The durability makes it worth the price. I am pairing it with Goldarc 8 50 degrees in FH, on a Yinhe Pro 01 blade.
UPDATE:
Completed 8 months of use, and the rubber is like new out of the package! I just wonder… will this rubber last forever? (rs) It is just amazing that a table tennis rubber with more than 100 hours of use can stand with almost no signs in the topsheet.
18 months with it seem very likely, now I want it to last 2 years. This makes Dignics 05 not only the best rubber I have tried in terms of performance, but also financially.
Tried it on Yasaka Ma Lin Soft Carbon. This rubber is a looping machine. Initially, I tried it on my backhand, but it felt dead. When I switched to forehand, drives and looping felt good. Looping is definitely above average, with crazy trajectory and spin rate. However, you need to hit the perfect angle, or you won’t even find the table. This is the most unforgiving rubber I’ve ever played with. Short game is impossible; you need a lot of effort to even push long. Blocks are also inconsistent. I would only recommend D05 to players like Timo Boll with perfect technique.
Later, I used it as my backhand rubber for half a year and was surprisingly pleased with it. Reading my previous review now, I still think it can be very unforgiving, but the spin aspect of it is only matched by D09C. Short game is not easy. Speed is unarguably the slowest of the Dignics’, but you can either make use of this or go for the other ones. Now I think it’s a great rubber for backhand loopers; it definitely made my game better.
In the moment, I’m using TB ALC, and my playstyle is attacking, especially for 3rd ball attacks. T05 on my forehand feels so easy to execute an attack, even in hard situations. I can feel the ball sink into my blade and confidently execute the attack. Now I’ve changed to D05, and it feels so dead. My blade releases the ball so fast and unforgiving. I really need to wait for the best chance to attack. The ball quality is really good, even better than T05, spinnier, faster, and the ball will drop on the baseline. I will recommend this D05 for those who have good technique and good footwork. D05 suits me better on backhand, while for forehand I prefer T05 much more.
Best backhand rubber for active playing. Medium to high throw angle, making it easy to create spin. Active blocks are okay. Medium soft feeling provides good control. Very spinny rubber, excellent for banana flicks, chops, and serves. Despite being expensive, the quality is excellent, and it’s easy and fun to play with.
Tried it on my Cybershape and it was absolutely phenomenal on both sides. Insane looping on both the forehand and backhand. It’s expensive, but I recommend it anyway.
Very good on my backhand and Harimoto ALC blade. Serves are good, spin is slightly lesser than 09c, but you can still generate a lot of spin with proper technique. Short game is not a problem and easy to adjust. Speed is higher than 09c, but for backhand, it is even better. For forehand, 09c is just perfect if you have the ability to use it effectively.
Looping is great, but speed still lacks. Its 9.1 spin is great. Overall, it’s a nice rubber. Boosting is essential to achieve speed, I think.
I use it on my backhand. It works very well in flicks and countertop spins. Pushes are okay. It takes me some time to get used to the high throw angle in order to keep pushes short. Active blocks are easier than passive blocks. I have better results putting it on inner force type of blades with limba top, giving me more dwell to maximize the rubber’s spin potential.
Fabulous for the opening style of play. Very suitable for backhand. When playing topspin with your wrist, you will feel the power of this rubber. It is slower than Tenergy 05 but offers better control. Downsides include being somewhat spin sensitive and too expensive.
Better control than Tenergy 05, providing more margin for errors.
Spin is around the same, but it’s easier to execute open-ups and counter-attacks because the ball bites into the rubber more effectively, likely due to the softer top sheet.
Serve receive is slightly challenging but becomes manageable once you adjust the angle and adapt to it.
In terms of value for money, I’d say yes. It definitely lasts longer, and I haven’t found another rubber that offers even close to the same features.
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The non-spring, impenetrable, and sluggish sponge has completely ruined the game, and I cannot feel the blade. This racket makes it impossible to play, and it was purchased for a significant amount of money.
The game is unpredictable, and the ball either sharply goes forward or into or past the table (50% probability). This racket is designed for Timo Boll.
The sponge exfoliated and tore during re-gluing, indicating that it is weak and of low quality. I am in shock! Gentlemen, do not waste your money.
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Non-springy, hard, uninteresting rubber.
Similar to Chinese rubbers.
Not worth the price.
Sponge gets damaged when glued to plywood.
False advertising!
Wasted money!
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As a USATT 2130-rated attacking player, I used D05 2.1 mm on my forehand and backhand. However, without boosting, the rubber felt lifeless.
Pros:
Exceptional Spin: The underspin openings are superior to T05 and comparable to H3. My shots have exemplary spin and low trajectory, posing significant challenges for opponents. The ease of generating spin is also superior to H3.
Excellent Looping Feedback: After boosting, the feedback on looping is fantastic. The rubber produces a distinctive sound and sends the ball on a controlled, curved, and powerful trajectory. The topspin performance rivals a brand-new T05.
Unmatched Durability: D05’s durability is remarkable. While T05 begins to lose grip after a few weeks, D05 maintains its performance even after four months of intensive use. My Dignics, also boosted, have shown no decline in performance. This suggests that as long as the sponge remains sufficiently softened by boosting, D05 will perform consistently.
Cons:
Poor Short Game: The spring sponge X activation threshold is too low, making it difficult to control short pushes. Players at my level can easily punish attempts at short pushes.
Inconsistent Serves: While the serves are spinny, it’s challenging to maintain a low trajectory compared to H3 or T05.
Ineffective Smashing: D05 unexpectedly grips the ball during smashing, resulting in unpredictable trajectories.
Conclusion:
D05 offers exceptional durability, superior spin generation, and excellent opening play. It also flicks well. However, its short game is weak, and smashing is ineffective.
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Slower than T05 and less aggressive, this rubber offers greater stability and opens better against service and backspin. It provides a safe and comfortable playing experience, but lacks the killer instinct of T05 or DHS GoldArc 8. While enjoyable to try, it ultimately lacks the excitement that drew me back to my previous setup.
For professional players with excellent technique and the ability to generate significant power, this rubber has the potential to be highly effective. It allows for a wide range of shots and can adapt to various playing styles.
This is a very good rubber for forehand. It is faster than Tenergy 05.
I’m not sure if I’m the only one who has had an issue with Dignics 05. I bought a sheet of black Dignics 05 when it first came out in the UK, despite its ludicrous price. I attached it to my spare blade to try (Stiga Arctic Wood) and gave it a go.
It took a bit of getting used to after playing with tacky Chinese rubbers my entire life, but it was okay. I decided to transfer it to my main blade (Hurricane Long 5). When I removed it from the Stiga blade, I noticed a residue of the Butterfly glue that I used on the sponge. I tried to remove it by lightly rubbing with an old TT ball, as I’ve done countless times before. I then started rubbing with a finger.
Unfortunately, the sponge is extremely brittle and is now full of holes. This is very poor quality, especially considering I’ve never had this happen with any Chinese rubber in my 40 years of playing table tennis. I’m extremely disappointed and am now £90 out of pocket, with no recourse.
Better than Tenergy! Counter drive is very easy even against the high top spin drives, especially. Revolutionary, innovative, and catastrophic!
18 Jan, 2020: Using black on BH (Viscaria). Amazing serve, loops, short game (after 2 months practice). Best for BH loops. Rocket speed, crazy spin + accuracy.
I tried Dignics 1.9 black on TSP Black Balsa 3.0 def.
Compared to T05 1.9 on the same blade, the throw angle is lower for topspin, the speed is less, and the spin is similar for topspin but higher when serving.
Pushing needs a different blade angle. If the blade is too horizontal, the ball is too high with Dignics and not easy to predict the flight path. I like T05 better for this and will need time to perfect.
The topspin arc is lower and flatter with Dignics, and I wish the rubber was softer.
I decided to boost with 2 layers of Falco long, and the ball is breaking out from the table better than T05 now, and finishing the point is easier.
There isn’t a big reaction to the booster, and the rubber didn’t stretch much. I have added a 3rd layer to try soon.
Great rubber, but the price is just insane. It is not worth it unless you are sponsored by Butterfly!
I played with Dignics and Tenergy 05 Hard on a Viscaria. Dignics felt harder than 05 Hard.
The spin Dignics can generate is phenomenal. I haven’t seen that in any other rubber, not even the tacky Chinese ones. However, this only occurs when you grip or brush the ball hard with perfect technique and timing. The smallest mistakes are penalized with the ball flying off. Even the short game needs adjusting, as the ball pops vertically up.
The speed is much lower than the rating given here. The speed will come from the power of your arm or waist, as the sponge is not doing much. My rating is 8.5. It feels like a more responsive, non-tacky, hard Chinese rubber.
It is very demanding physically. Footwork must be fast. Flat hitting is not an option. It felt uncomfortable on the Viscaria, as the dwell time was really low. It suits softer, more flexible blades better.
It doesn’t have many gears. It was clearly designed for advanced players with above-average technique, footwork, and stamina who can utilize its phenomenal ability to generate spin. It has a higher arc compared to the linear trajectory of the 05 Hard.
Tenergy 05 Hard is more forgiving, with a slightly softer sponge, which makes it easier to play with. I recommend starting with 05 Hard before moving to Dignics.
I tried out this new rubber for a month ahead of the new season, with the intention of possibly switching. I tested it on both my forehand (F/H) and backhand (B/H). However, I will not be making the switch because I believe this rubber is inferior to T80, my current preferred rubber.
My blade is the Carbonado 145 with T80s (2.1) on both sides. As a topspin player on both wings, I currently play at the international veteran’s level. It’s important to note that one’s choice of equipment is highly personal and unique.
Initially, what I liked about the D05 was its low arc, similar to the T80 compared to the T05, and its excellent spin capabilities. It also performed well for touch play around the net. Additionally, it was effective for backhand spins, although it’s worth mentioning that backhand topspin is a relatively easier shot when positioned correctly behind the ball and moving efficiently.
However, those are the main positive aspects of the D05. It is significantly less responsive than the T80, especially when away from the table. Overall, it’s an unforgiving rubber. In competition play, there is a real risk of being pushed around when using this rubber. Unlike the T80, which is responsive and delivers when needed, the D05 is not a “friendly” rubber.
I would be surprised if Butterfly were to extend the Dignics line to D80, etc. The soft/FX overall feel of the Dignics is a weakness, particularly when played on a high-quality carbon blade.
New crazy rubber from Butterfly, the Dignics 05, was released on April 1st. I bought it on the sixth of July.
I am using 2.1mm red on my backhand. At first backhand topspin, it really grips the ball and creates a low to medium trajectory. The ball comes at supreme speed and marvelous spin.
Indeed, different - and slightly better - than Tenergies. Its ability to change gears due to the new top sheet is ridiculous. NOT for beginners: these rubbers are unforgiving; if the timing isn’t right, the ball just flies off the table.
The main problem with this rubber is its short trajectory, which makes it almost impossible to play far from the table. You will be blocked off.
It seems to grab the ball well, absorb the speed, and then rebound back low with good spin. The topsheet grip is incredible, much better than Tenergy. Pushing gives great spin.
Touching short is oddly more difficult with this rubber. It is difficult to keep the ball low. I don’t have this problem with T05. Blocking is very easy as the ball stays on the bat for a long time.
It is more suited to people who play wristy backhands with a lot of spin as the dwell time is a disadvantage to players such as myself who punch flat. Your stroke will need to be very upward like with Chinese rubbers (mine is not). It has a nice, violent dip when you loop successfully with it.
If you play 3rd ball attack, don’t buy this rubber. I recommend this to players who play a push and counter game close to the table.
I have a Viscaria with Tenergy 05 on both sides (2.1 for forehand and 1.9 for backhand). I got a Dignics, and after just a few hits, I knew it was for my backhand.
Compared to T05, Dignics has higher control, a bit more weight in my view, higher ark, higher dwell time, and from what I can tell, a bit more speed. On my backhand, it feels better than T05.
However, I will admit that it doesn’t justify the price. Consider this rubber as a pilgrimage - you have to try it once in your lifetime, even if it’s not new.
All hail the new king.
Imho, the best rubber for the new trend in TT (counterattack) has many gears. It is not as bouncy as tenergy in the short game and a longer dwell makes it easier to load backspin on pushes. Likewise, thin contact brushes are loaded with spin due to class-leading grip on the ball. Counterattacking close to the table is super intuitive due to a slightly longer dwell and a lower, sharper arc while being more annoying for opponents due to high spin, speed, and deep placement. Blocks are easy to place with high speed but may be tricky due to the rubber’s sensitivity to spin.
Due to its inherent high speed, high grip, and harder sponge, this rubber will not be for beginners or even intermediate players. Well-developed strokes will be needed to unleash the rubber or suffer many unforced errors as a punishment.
The price is insane but to be expected as the next step forward. Durability remains to be tested.
This is a fantastic rubber. I have it on a ZLC Apolinia, and it feels like a speed-glued rubber. It took me about two sessions to adjust to it, but now I’m looping from my backhand like Kreanga. I recommend this for players who know their strokes. This rubber will feel slow unless you hit the ball well, but the spin potential is very rewarding. I two-wing loop attack and play a very aggressive, on-and-off-the-table, topspin style. I don’t think I’ll ever use anything else again!
I’m also using this on both forehand and backhand with a 2.1mm sponge on both sides. I consider myself an advanced player.
I have had only a few sessions with the rubber so far, and my first impressions are:
Although it has a lot of control, I wouldn’t recommend it for a backhand rubber unless you are a pro because it has a high arc and long catapult effect.
It is rumored to have very good durability, so the price compared to Tenergy 05 is somewhat acceptable, albeit overpriced.
For my game and the feeling it provides, it’s a nice upgrade. I am using a blade with low throw, which pairs nicely with it.
Very good rubber, harder than regular T05.
Speed, spin, and control are all ok. You can do everything with this rubber. It is suitable for advanced players. If you are an advanced player, you should try it now.
Brilliant forehand rubber.
Goma rápida para la derecha:
Ideal para jugadores defensivos que buscan producir un topspin potente con una madera combinada. Controlable y con un gran efecto, permite cortes agresivos muy duros.
Durabilidad y precio:
Si bien es una goma muy cara, también es duradera, lo que la convierte en una inversión a largo plazo.
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Best combination of speed, spin, and control. For me, it is the best rubber for backhand.
To be honest, the best rubber you can buy. Extremely fast, very spiny, hard and yet very light (compared to its characteristics).
I am a Penholder and I use this rubber on the Backhand side. Doing loops and bananas with this feels amazing. All top penholders use this rubber on the backhand, some even on the forehand.
9/10 for me. If it was cheaper, it would be 10/10.
I can see why this rubber is so popular.
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