Acoustic Carbon Inner

Weight

90g

Thickness

5.5mm

Plies

7-ply

Head Size

157x150

Handles

FL / ST

Material

Hybrid

Head Shape

Standard

Balance

Head-Heavy

Nittaku

Acoustic Carbon Inner

Japan
2014

Nittaku Acoustic Carbon Inner is a premium offensive blade that masterfully blends natural wood sensation with modern power. Its 5+2 ply construction uses Nittaku's String Instrument Manufacturing Technology, placing FE Carbon layers close to the core. This inner carbon design preserves a soft, sensitive touch for excellent dwell and spin generation, while delivering ample speed for dynamic attacks. It offers a comfortable grip and precise control, making it a superb choice for ambitious players looking to add variety and power to their offensive game.

7-Ply Construction

This 5-wood + 2-carbon construction features a Limba-Tung core with FE Carbon layers placed inboard, between the middle and core plies. This design aims to retain a softer, natural wood feel while benefiting from the added speed and stability of carbon, striking an excellent balance between dwell time and power.

TT Sensei Ratings

Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics

Speed
8.5

Acoustic Carbon Inner is a fast blade, operating in the mid-fast to fast range. It features noticeable gears, providing a significant power boost on full swings. While it doesn't match the raw explosiveness of some outer carbon designs, it delivers ample speed for all offensive play and dynamic attacks, feeling very direct and responsive.

Control
7.5

Control is a major strength of this blade. The inner carbon construction and wood plies create exceptional ball retention and a predictable, linear trajectory, allowing for precise placement. Even when engaging the carbon layers for power, control remains outstanding, making it suitable for a wide variety of playing styles and techniques.

Feel
Medium-Soft
SoftMedium-SoftHard

The inner carbon placement yields a softer, more natural feel compared to outer carbon blades. Players experience a sensitive, woody touch for delicate shots, complemented by a solid, crisp impact on powerful drives—a harmonious blend of feedback and comfort.

Throw Angle
Medium-High
LowMedium-HighHigh

It produces a medium-high throw angle, which is ideal for aggressive topspin play. This arc helps the ball clear the net comfortably while allowing for heavy, penetrating loops and attacks.

Dwell Time
8.5

Dwell time is notably long, thanks to the wood plies and inner carbon design. This extended contact allows players to load the ball with heavy spin during serves, loops, and counter-topspin rallies, significantly enhancing offensive capability.

Flexibility
6.5

The blade offers a moderate, well-balanced flexibility. It sits between the stiff punch of pure carbon and the pliable bend of all-wood, aiding spin generation and dwell while the carbon provides underlying stability for powerful, direct shots.

Vibration
6.0

Vibration is pleasantly moderate. The inner construction and wood plies effectively mute harsh frequencies, providing clear, useful feedback without the jarring sensation sometimes found in stiffer carbon blades, which aids in feel and control.

Quality
9.5

Crafted in Japan, the Acoustic Carbon Inner exemplifies Nittaku's renowned manufacturing standards. It uses premium woods and FE Carbon with meticulous craftsmanship, resulting in a durable, consistent, and aesthetically pleasing blade. The application of String Instrument Manufacturing Technology underscores the exceptional attention to detail in its construction.

Technology

Nittaku Acoustic Carbon Inner utilizes the distinctive String Instrument Manufacturing Technology. This specialized wood lamination process, inspired by crafting fine musical instruments, focuses on precise layering and bonding to achieve optimal resonance, feel, and elasticity. The strategic integration of FE Carbon plies near the core refines the blade's character, enhancing power and stability while meticulously preserving the soft, sensitive touch the Acoustic series is known for.

Pro Players Using This Blade

Mima Ito

Mima Ito, a prominent Japanese offensive player, has been associated with Nittaku's Acoustic Carbon series. While specific use of the 'Inner' version isn't always detailed, the broader line's popularity with top players like Ito, known for her aggressive topspin style, strongly suggests its suitability for high-level, power-oriented play.

Similar Blades

Victas ZX-GEAR IN

TTSensei experts note the Victas ZX-GEAR IN as a compelling inner carbon alternative. It offers a feel reminiscent of the classic Korbel, making it a suitable option for players transitioning from a pure wood blade who seek characteristics similar to the Acoustic Carbon Inner.

OSP Virtuoso CRWi Carbon

Many players find the OSP Virtuoso CRWi Carbon to be a potential close match. It shares a similar Limba-Limba-Carbon-Ayous-Carbon-Limba-Limba construction and the use of traditional hide glue, which may align with Nittaku's techniques, potentially offering a comparable playing sensation.