Weight
74g
Thickness
10mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
15.9x15
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
High Tech Cypress Carbon
Dr. Neubauer High Tech Cypress Carbon is a high-performance offensive blade engineered for modern attacking play. It builds upon the acclaimed High Technology Plus design, featuring a thinner balsa core for enhanced maneuverability and dual carbon layers for increased stability and power. Outer plies of American Cypress provide a unique blend of speed and control, making it suitable for a variety of offensive strokes including topspin and counter-attacks. This blade is particularly effective with pimple-out rubbers due to its high speed and low bounce characteristics, serving as a potent weapon for aggressive, direct tactics.
This 7-ply construction follows a symmetrical 5+2 design. It features outer plies of American Cypress, followed by two layers of carbon directly surrounding a thinner balsa core at the center, with additional unspecified wood plies in between. This arrangement aims to provide a stiff feel, high speed, and stability while maintaining a degree of control through the wood elements.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
High Tech Cypress Carbon is consistently rated as a very fast offensive blade. Its hybrid construction with carbon layers and a balsa core generates powerful drives and quick attacks. Our testing shows it excels in producing high speed, particularly for close-to-mid-distance play, making it ideal for aggressive topspin and counter-attacking strategies where immediate power is crucial.
While primarily an offensive blade, High Tech Cypress Carbon offers surprisingly good control given its speed. The American Cypress outer plies contribute to this balance, providing a responsive feel. However, the minimal dwell time and stiffness mean control is more direct and less forgiving, requiring precise technique and a confident stroke to fully harness its potential.
High Tech Cypress Carbon delivers a stiff feel with minimal flex, characteristic of balsa-carbon constructions. Players report a direct impact with a distinct 'ping' sound, offering a hard and crisp sensation. This direct feel is excellent for fast, powerful attacks but provides less cushioning and forgiveness compared to softer blades.
The combination of high speed and minimal dwell time suggests a medium-high throw angle, particularly when generating spin with rubbers. This trajectory allows for aggressive attacking shots with a good arc over the net, facilitating powerful loops and drives.
This blade is characterized by minimal dwell time. The stiff, carbon-infused construction and balsa core do not allow the ball to sink into the blade for long, resulting in a quick release. This trait is advantageous for immediate, powerful shots but can make sustained contact for looping and controlled placement more demanding.
High Tech Cypress Carbon exhibits very little to no flex. The inherent stiffness of the carbon layers combined with the balsa core results in a rigid blade that does not bend significantly during impact. This stiffness is a key factor in its high-speed offensive capabilities and direct power transfer.
The combination of balsa and carbon generally leads to a feeling of directness with a moderate level of vibration transmitted to the hand. The carbon layers and stiff construction help dampen excessive vibration, contributing to a consistent and solid feel during powerful strokes without being overly harsh.
Crafted with premium materials like American Cypress and carbon, this blade demonstrates high-quality construction. The precise engineering and durable materials result in a well-made product that feels solid and consistent in hand, reflecting the brand's attention to detail and performance-oriented design.
Technology
Dr. Neubauer High Tech Cypress Carbon employs a hybrid construction combining natural wood plies with advanced composite materials. It features outer layers of American Cypress, known for its balance of speed and control. Two layers of carbon fiber are positioned around a thinner balsa core, a design aimed at enhancing stability, power, and speed. This specific layering creates a stiff blade with a direct feel and minimal flex, optimized for aggressive, close-to-mid-distance play. The balsa core contributes to a lighter weight and distinct playing characteristics, while the carbon layers amplify its offensive potential for modern attacking styles.
Similar Blades
Dr. Neubauer High Technology Plus
High Tech Cypress Carbon is a direct variant of the High Technology Plus blade. The key differences are a less thick balsa core and the addition of carbon layers in the Cypress Carbon. This suggests very similar playing characteristics and feel, with the Cypress Carbon offering potentially more speed, stability, and a stiffer response due to the integrated carbon fibers, making it a more offensive-oriented evolution of the original design.