Nittaku Fastarc P-1

I got this in a review whiteboard box, and I have to say this rubber is depending on which sponge thickness. If it is at max, it is clearly a 9.5 fast rubber and 9.5 in spin. It was made ten years after G1, so I would say that in max, it is as reviewed, but in 1.6 or 1.8, it is otherwise. Of course, this is something that is almost never mentioned in these reviews, but keep in mind that there is a very large difference between this, and it is seldom named in the score.

Spin and Arc:
Difficult to generate spin, resulting in a lower arc than typically desired.

I paired the AnE BH on an Andro Timber 7 Offensive blade, and on the FH I used the C1. Also, Nitakku. I am able to loop comfortably and play backspin balls. It’s amazing how much control I have. I’ve only had it for 4 hours, and I’m already amazing at it. Consistent loops, smashes, and good forehand control.

This rubber is very linear. You need to execute topspin strokes with power and in forward motion. It is durable and high quality.

Its fast and spin insensitive so counters are killer. It has a very unique feel.

The only thing I don’t like about this rubber is the absence of speed glue sound, which provides me feedback. Other than that, if you are a power driver playing from a distance, this rubber is the way to go.

P-1 Table Tennis Rubber

Positioned as a forehand rubber for the new plastic ball, the P-1 offers a slightly lower arc and longer trajectory compared to its renowned sibling, the G-1. Despite its 47.5-degree hardness, the sponge feels soft upon impact, creating a noticeable sensation as the ball sinks in and is catapulted out.

The rubber provides good speed and spin, making it effective for aggressive forehand play. Additionally, its characteristics make it suitable as a backhand looping rubber, as demonstrated by its successful use on the Ebenholz V blade.

This rubber offers remarkable versatility. During slow loops, I experienced precise control, preventing overshooting the table. While the spin may not have been exceptional, my opponent remarked on the surprising weight and spin of my shots, which I found surprising.

In terms of defense, blocking with this rubber is highly reliable. When playing behind the table, it enables exceptional ball recovery. When transitioning to attack mode, the rubber exhibits quick response. Down-the-line shots were executed effortlessly.

Overall, this rubber provides exceptional control and excels in short-game situations. It may not be an ultra-fast rubber, but its speed is sufficient (rated approximately 9.3 out of 10, indicating more than adequate speed).

Its weight is slightly heavy, but this minor drawback is negligible given the rubber’s overall performance. I am highly satisfied with this rubber.

To be honest, the rubber is good, but it has its pros and cons. If you’re looking for something quick, this is your rubber. However, it is difficult to do topspin because it does not absorb the ball well at the time of doing topspin. I recommend this rubber for FH. I use this rubber with the blade TB ALC and the Most of the balls were thrown off the table by having a high projection angle and a great velocity. More than all, this rubber is to play away from the table in order to appreciate all its power.

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Fastarc

Control: Good
Spin: Fast

Nittaku’s Fastarc P-1 rubber is specifically designed for use with the 40+ ball and features a “Tension Power Sheet and Strong Sponge”. It feels quite firm to the touch, as would be expected for a 47.5-degree rubber. It is also relatively heavy, weighing 50 grams when cut to the 157x150 mm test blade, which is similar to Xiom’s Omega V Tour (50 g) and Tibhar’s Evolution MX-P (51 g).

Interestingly though, the P-1 feels quite soft and spongy in gameplay. FH drives were ok, but the ball penetrated the rubber a little deeper than I expected, and thus emerged with a slight delay. The throw angle on forehand loops is quite high and provides plenty of arc and safety when looping heavy backspin balls over the net. I did, however, encounter occasional ball slippage.

Pros:
Fast on fast strokes
Great counterlooping rubber
Great touch game
Very good spin on power loops
Low arc

Cons:
Not very fast on slower strokes
Ok spin on the table
Not very spin sensitive

Was looking for a medium hardness sponge with above average spin characteristics. Had been using Omega 5 Europe, which I had mixed feelings about. Played a week with P1 and am now once again a big fan of Omega 5 Europe.

The P1 feels linear and controlled on forehand counters and blocks. However, it lacks the necessary grip for effective topspin play. Where Omega 5 Europe picks up a forehand topspin, P1 seems to leave the ball in the net, although it supposedly has a higher throw. I think it’d be OK on the backhand, so I’m going to try it there for a while.

Update: Don’t like it on the backhand either. Switched back to XO5E. The search for a BH rubber continues…