Weight
89g
Thickness
6mm
Plies
9-ply
Head Size
157x151
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Matador Texa
Dr. Neubauer Matador Texa is an offensive blade engineered for players who wield pimple-out or anti-spin rubbers. Its 9-ply hybrid construction infuses fiber materials to boost speed and power, creating a dynamic platform for aggressive topspin and high-rotation loops. The blade excels in blocking, producing a low bounce and significant spin reversal with anti-spin, while also enabling disruptive chop-blocks with long pimples. For attackers using pimple-out rubbers, it unlocks a fast, versatile, and controlled offensive game, making it a top choice for advanced players seeking to master unconventional rubber setups.
Matador Texa features a 9-ply construction with wood and selected fiber materials. This hybrid design increases speed and power while maintaining good feel for control, particularly beneficial for anti-spin and pimple-out rubbers. Exact material types and placements are not publicly specified.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Matador Texa is a very fast blade, rated 9.5 out of 10. This high speed stems from its 9-ply construction and integrated fiber materials, enabling powerful offensive shots and rapid attacks that overwhelm opponents.
While built for speed, Matador Texa offers strong control, especially when paired with pimple-out and anti-spin rubbers. Our testing shows a rating around 8.5, highlighting its suitability for precise blocking and accurate placement during fast rallies.
Matador Texa delivers a relatively stiff and direct ball contact due to hard outer veneers and fiber materials. However, many players find it offers a smooth touch and sufficient flexibility for effective looping, balancing stiffness with playability.
Matador Texa produces a medium-high throw angle on powerful shots, which helps clear the net with topspin and attack aggressive serves effectively.
The blade provides moderate dwell time, allowing enough ball contact to generate spin on loops and controlled blocks. While not exceptionally long, it offers sufficient pocketing for spin-oriented play when combined with suitable rubbers.
Matador Texa is relatively stiff, typical for composite offensive blades. This stiffness boosts speed and direct ball contact, yet it retains enough flex to execute spinny shots effectively.
Fiber materials contribute a moderate level of vibration, giving players clear feedback without being overly harsh. This balance supports good feel and control during aggressive exchanges.
This blade is praised for its excellent build quality and craftsmanship, offering remarkable value. Players report it feels solid and reliable, with a beautifully made finish that inspires confidence during offensive play.
Technology
Dr. Neubauer Matador Texa is engineered with a 9-ply construction that integrates selected fiber materials alongside wood plies. This hybrid approach enhances the blade's speed and power, suiting modern offensive play. The specific fiber composition and placement within the 9-ply structure are proprietary, contributing to unique performance characteristics. Optimized for pimple-out and anti-spin rubbers, this construction facilitates aggressive play with controlled blocking and powerful attacking shots, giving players a technological edge.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Luka Mladenovic
Luka Mladenovic, a top player renowned for his exceptional anti-spin abilities, uses the Dr. Neubauer Matador Texa Carbon. This blade's combination of speed from carbon and control from Texalium, along with its suitability for anti-spin rubbers, aligns perfectly with his aggressive defensive and attacking style. It allows him to execute powerful forehand attacks with inverted rubbers while maintaining disruptive blocking and spin reversal with anti-spin on the backhand.
Similar Blades
Dr. Neubauer Matador
Dr. Neubauer Matador Texa evolves from the original Dr. Neubauer Matador blade. Texa incorporates selected fiber materials to increase speed and power, making it a faster and more aggressive OFF option compared to the original Matador, which is an OFF- blade. Both are highly regarded for performance with pimple-out and anti-spin rubbers.
Dr. Neubauer Matador Texa Balsa
Matador Texa Balsa shares the same 9-ply composition with synthetic material layers as the Matador Texa. However, its balsa core provides a slightly softer touch and feel, making it a good alternative for combination bat players who seek high speed and efficacy with pimple-out and anti-spin rubbers but desire a less rigid composition and slightly more control than the standard Matador Texa.