
Weight
86g
Thickness
7.1mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
154x148
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Gergely Alpha
Butterfly Gergely Alpha is a high-performance hybrid blade built for aggressive, close-to-the-table attackers. Its unique construction pairs a balsa core with cypress outer plies and internal Tamca Carbon layers, delivering explosive power and a large sweet spot while maintaining a surprisingly light feel. This blade excels in fast counter-attacks and decisive smashes, with a slightly compact head enhancing its agility. Players appreciate its sensitive touch for short game maneuvers, making it a formidable weapon for those who dominate the frontcourt.
This 5-ply construction uses three wood layers (cypress outer, balsa core) and two Tamca Carbon fiber layers. The cypress offers feel, the carbon provides stiffness and speed, and the balsa core lightens the blade while expanding the sweet spot for powerful shots.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Gergely Alpha is engineered for high-speed offensive play. The internal Tamca Carbon layers create a stiff, powerful response that excels in aggressive drives, smashes, and fast counter-attacks. This blade delivers decisive power, making it a top choice for players who rely on explosive shots to dominate rallies.
Control with Gergely Alpha is moderate and skill-dependent. Its inherent speed and stiffness can challenge precision in the short game, but advanced players who adapt to its fast response find good control in attacking shots. Our testing shows that mastering its power curve is key to unlocking consistent placement.
Gergely Alpha delivers a characteristically hard feel, common in stiff carbon blades. This provides direct power transfer and a crisp impact, though it reduces the dwell sensation some players prefer for touch shots.
Gergely Alpha produces a medium-low throw angle, resulting in a flatter ball trajectory. This benefits fast, direct shots but may require rubber selection or technique adjustments for players who favor high-arcing loops.
Dwell time is on the shorter side due to the stiff carbon layers and hard feel. This limits the ball's contact duration, making sustained topspin loops more challenging compared to softer, more flexible blades.
This is a stiff blade with minimal flex. The Tamca Carbon layers prioritize rigidity to maximize power transfer and blocking stability, favoring direct attacks over a flexible, looping style.
Vibration is moderate, offering noticeable feedback without being excessive. The carbon layers and hard construction transmit a clear sensation that contributes to the blade's speed and direct response.
Gergely Alpha is well-constructed with consistent performance across units. While some cosmetic variations exist, the core materials and hybrid layup ensure durability and reliable play. Players report it delivers dependable offensive performance, justifying its reputation as a solidly built blade.
Technology
Gergely Alpha features a hybrid construction integrating traditional woods with advanced Tamca Carbon. This high-modulus carbon fiber provides exceptional stiffness and speed while keeping weight low. The design, evolving from earlier Tamca Carbon models, aims to deliver the power and responsiveness needed for modern offensive play, particularly excelling in fast, close-table rallies and powerful smashes in the post-speed glue era.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Primorac Carbon
Primorac Carbon is a frequent comparison, sharing a hybrid Tamca Carbon construction and offensive DNA. While both deliver speed and power, differences in outer ply (Hinoki vs. Cypress) and feel may appeal to players seeking a similar fast, carbon-enhanced experience with a slightly different touch.
Butterfly Gergely Carbon (Original)
As the predecessor, the original Gergely Carbon shares a lineage focused on speed and power. The Alpha features a more compact head and potentially refined material placement, but the original offers a similarly aggressive playing style for those who prefer its classic characteristics.