Yasaka Mark V HPS Soft

Very good upgrade from Mark V.
Awesome spin.

The first thing I want to note is that the rubber does not have the indicated speed of 8.8 nor does it spin 9. This is above all a hybrid rubber, a transition between the new tensors and the old classic rubber. This is a rubber with more control. It is preferable to combine this rubber with quick and elastic blades, where it will bring a good combination with the speed and spin.

This sponge is a special development of Yasaka designed for water glue. If you cannot control the new tensors, but the old classic rubber comes to you slow and hard, this rubber is for you. This rubber has a superb passive game precisely because of the average spin it has. The attack is quite decent in the right stroke, with a medium-high rebound angle. This rubber is above all for lovers of the sport.

Review, 12.11.2013:

When I first used this rubber, my opponents remarked on the lack of spin in my strokes. The rubber lifted the ball so effectively that I didn’t initially notice it myself.

The control was excellent, but it is important to note that the other side of the racket should have a more spin-oriented rubber. Despite the low spin rating I’ve given, I do not recommend learning advanced techniques with this rubber. Instead, I suggest replacing it with an Xiom or Butterfly product.

Clarification, 16.10.2014:

Of course, there is some spin with this rubber. However, the difference between it and my previous Xiom Sigma Europa rubber was noticeable due to my playing style, which relied heavily on varying the spin. The opponents experienced a narrower range of spins, and the strokes did not create enough disruption.

I have maintained the spin rating at 7.5. Someone who consistently hits the ball hard may give a rating above 9 without contradicting this assessment.

This is a very good backhand rubber. Those who say it lacks spin lack the proper stroke or technique.
The rubber is fast on OFF and OFF+ class blades and has a high-quality, consistent top sheet as always for any Mark V.
It blocks, loops and hits well and has more control than the Calibra’s, Tenergys, Bluefires and Evolutions.
It is great for mid-level to advanced all-round offensive attackers and is a great choice.

This rubber is designed for advanced attackers. Beginners should avoid it due to its fast speed.

It offers exceptional spin thanks to its grippy surface and soft sponge. The power it provides is ideal for looping from mid-distance and away from the table.

For improved control, pairing it with a slower blade is recommended. It can be used on either side, but many players prefer it on the backhand for surprise power shots.

Information on durability is limited. However, if the topsheet is comparable to the regular Mark V, it is likely to be durable.

If you believe you can handle the power and speed, this rubber is an excellent choice.

Do not like it on the backhand.
The original Mark V probably is better.
But on the forehand this is good, fast, and speedy for an offensive game.

This rubber provides hilarious spin and control. It is exactly what it wants to be - an updated version of Mark V with speed-glue!

I am very disappointed with this rubber. The rubber is pre-glued, next generation, and the feeling is like playing with the old Mark V. I even thought they were wrong and had sold me a normal V mark.

A great backhand for Mark V users!

When it is mated to the Yasaka Extra Soft Carbon blade, it provides an excellent blend of speed, spin, and consistency.

The Yasaka rubber provides the best backhand I have ever played with. It offers outstanding control, hilarious spin, and very good speed, making it a must-have. It excels in looping, especially at mid-distance from the table.

Many top players in Sweden are currently testing it, and I have only heard positive feedback.

Very good rubber. Fast service!

I find this rubber to be of real quality. Being soft gives you a really good touch and feel.

Old veteran rubber. Very consistent in all modes of play.

This topsheet is of good quality and offers suitable control for the backhand.

Tiene excelente control sin perder velocidad ni efecto, saques potentes y topspin bien cargados de efecto. Excelente goma.

Upgraded from regular Mark V. Faster and good at looping.

Отличная накладка, отличное качество.

It’s not as good as rumored, matched with a fiber baseboard, various technical trials, very ordinary, very average, cost-effective. Too ordinary, a rubber cover with no highlights.

I glued this rubber to my BTY Boll TriCarbon. I have tried it and feel that this soft rubber is quite suitable when paired with a stiff blade like mine. Nice control and powerful.

Using this rubber for the first time, and I have to say that I’m beginning to like it a lot. In fact, I will probably purchase two more for my other racket when it’s time to replace them.

I have been playing with Mark V Soft for the last year or so, and have found it to be a splendid, speedy rubber giving good control and excellent spin properties. Despite these great attributes, I changed to the HPS Soft version of Mark V, and, for me, this version provides a step up in the versatility of this famous rubber. It adds more speed and spin yet the control aspect is on a par with Mark V. The durability of this rubber is extraordinary, and all facets of this rubber make for a great buy.

The best rubber I have used so far. It is good for serving, looping, pushing, short game, and flat hitting as well.

Good performance.

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Less speed compared to Mark V HPS but spinny because of tacky topsheet.
This rubber is good for blades that have a lot of dwelling time.
It also has good control when blocking.

Nice, high rebound and control.

Good rubber. Fast service. Thanks!

When I chose the rubber for the blade of Yasaka Extra Sweden, I had doubts. I thought that this rubber would be very fast and not have enough control for me. But I trusted the opinion of the TT11 consultant and made the right choice. Yasaka Mark V HPS Soft is faster and provides more rotation than the Yasaka Mark V by 10-15% while maintaining the same level of control. This rubber performs well on both the backhand and forehand. I am very satisfied.

I like Calibra better than Bryce Highspeed and Gewo Nexus Pro XT 48 better.

I had a red 2.0mm rubber on my forehand with Stiga Infinity. It was a bit “dead” for me. I changed to Rakza 7.

This rubber generates an extraordinary amount of spin. It is tailor-made for professionals.

I’ve been using this rubber since 2014. Great control, not as fast as Tenergy, which is probably why I like it. Had a defect on my last shipment, notified TT11 rep, and they replaced it with a new one. Great service. Don’t hesitate to purchase from TT11.

Though it is slightly more bouncy than HN3, that is what I needed on my BK since I am not able to exercise the same amount of force on BH as on FH. This is just the best BH rubber I wished for. Thank you Tabletennis11.

Hi, I’m a beginner table tennis player, but I have done some training with the best coach in the TTclub. As a beginner, I started using a very fast blade and rubber (Primorac carbon and T64/T80). I learned a lot of techniques using this advanced blade and rubber for a beginner. NOW, using Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Special and Mark V HPS/Mark V HPS Soft, my techniques and my games are so much better. For me, this blade and rubber can provide lots of power and spin, and excellent control.

Great rubber. I love it!

Risposta al top. Effetto molto buono.

Overall, it is a good rubber, especially for spin and durability, but it is not faster than Butterfly Tenergy, especially for smash shots. If you are not using Butterfly Tenergy FX05, without any hesitation go for this rubber if your playing style is attacking and spin-oriented. The price compared to the quality is very good.

Rubber Yasaka Extra, FH Yasaka Mark V HPS Soft, BH Yasaka Mark V HPS Soft - получил то, что хотел: контроль, спин, скорость.

Got this for my forehand and it suits me well. Not much spin, but it absorbs spin well. Compared to my BH RX Soft, it is less spinny but seems to have a bit faster. Really good for forehand.

One of the best BH rubbers I’ve used. Incredible speed, awesome spin, and great loops. Works for FH as well.
I also got it on sale here at TT11. :)

Both sides are of great quality.