Weight
90g
Thickness
9mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
160x165
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Oversized
Balance
Balanced
Ultra
Hallmark Ultra is an offensive table tennis blade built for power and aggressive play, especially effective with long pimple rubbers. Its five-ply construction centers on a thick balsa core, creating a lightweight feel with explosive attacking potential. The oversized head and ACT (Active Carbon Technology) system work to amplify forehand power while offering controlled stability on the backhand. This design makes it a disruptive weapon, capable of generating devastating effects and unsettling opponents with precise, powerful shots.
The blade features a five-ply construction with a thick balsa core at its center. The ACT system differentiates the inner wood veneers, making the forehand side harder for power and the backhand side softer for control. This unique layering aims to balance offensive power with defensive stability.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Hallmark Ultra is a very fast blade engineered for offensive play. Its speed stems from the five-ply construction, thick balsa core, and the ACT system which enhances forehand power. This makes it ideal for players who want to attack aggressively and consistently pressure opponents.
Despite its high speed, Hallmark Ultra earns excellent control ratings. The balsa core's vibration-dampening properties and the ACT system's softer backhand inner ply work together to provide stability and precision. This balance allows for accurate blocks and controlled shots while maintaining offensive momentum.
Hallmark Ultra delivers a medium-hard feel, aligning with its offensive character. The balsa core adds a lively, direct sensation that players find responsive and powerful during aggressive shots.
The combination of speed, balsa core, and offensive focus results in a medium-high throw angle, facilitating powerful topspin loops and aggressive attacking shots.
While not explicitly rated, the balsa core typically offers good dwell time. Combined with the blade's excellent control, it provides sufficient ball contact for effective spin generation and precise placement.
Hallmark Ultra is relatively stiff, which is typical for offensive blades designed for speed and power. This stiffness ensures efficient energy transfer during powerful drives and smashes.
The blade has a medium-stiff to hard feel. The balsa core offers a balanced vibration profile, giving clear feedback without being overly harsh, allowing players to feel the ball well.
Players report high quality, particularly praising its consistency and hard feel that supports offensive play. However, some note the edges can be prone to damage, so using protective tape is recommended to maintain the blade's condition over time.
Technology
Hallmark Ultra incorporates the ACT (Active Carbon Technology) system, a unique construction designed to optimize performance for offensive players. This technology involves treating or structuring the inner plies to create differential properties: a harder inner veneer on the forehand side to maximize power and a softer inner veneer on the backhand side to enhance control and dampening. This targeted approach allows for a more potent forehand attack while maintaining backhand stability and feel, making it a sophisticated tool for aggressive, disruptive play.
Similar Blades
Hallmark Enigma
Hallmark Enigma is another oversized blade from Hallmark, featuring a thick double balsa core. It is also excellent for attacking play, even with pimple rubbers, and offers outstanding control with incredible attacking properties. Both blades emphasize powerful offensive capabilities and control when used with disruptive rubbers.