Weight
90g
Thickness
6.55mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Head-Heavy
Meister Holz Sieben
Nittaku Meister Holz Sieben is a premium 7-ply all-wood offensive blade crafted in Germany. It embodies a fusion of Japanese design and German precision, engineered for spin-focused players. The blade delivers a unique 'magic grip' effect, momentarily holding the ball to enhance control and spin generation. It strikes an ideal balance between speed and control, offering excellent feedback and dwell time. With its comfortable handle and elegant finish, it's a top-tier choice for serious players seeking classic wood feel with modern performance for the plastic ball.
A 7-ply all-wood construction with spruce outer veneers, designed to offer a good balance of speed, spin, and control. The focus is on enhancing dwell time and creating a 'magic grip' effect for spin-oriented offensive play. The specific inner wood types beyond being wood are not detailed in available specifications.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Meister Holz Sieben is classified as an offensive blade, generally rated around OFF or OFF-. It offers sufficient speed for aggressive play, especially with increased power input, but is not as fast as some composite or high-end offensive wood blades. Our testing shows its speed is medium-fast, making it ideal for controlled offensive topspin play rather than outright power hitting.
Control is a major strength of this blade. Its all-wood construction and unique 'magic grip' effect provide exceptional ball feedback and dwell time, allowing for precise placement and easy handling of incoming spin. Players report this makes it highly suitable for those who rely on placement and spin variation in their game.
Meister Holz Sieben offers a medium-hard feel that balances direct feedback with comfortable touch. It provides more wood vibration and flex compared to composite blades, with a unique 'magic grip' that makes the ball feel momentarily 'stuck' to the blade, enhancing both control and spin generation.
The combination of wood construction and spruce outer plies produces a medium-high throw angle, facilitating aggressive looping and allowing players to achieve good arc on their shots.
The 7-ply all-wood construction, particularly with the spruce outer plies, contributes to significant dwell time. This extended ball contact allows for greater spin generation and improved control, making it easier to execute heavy rotation loops.
Meister Holz Sieben exhibits a good degree of flex characteristic of quality all-wood construction. This flexibility contributes to the dwell time and spin potential, allowing the blade to absorb and redirect energy effectively during various strokes.
This blade exhibits noticeable wood vibration that's less dampened than composite blades, offering heightened feedback without being excessively jarring. The vibration is considered beneficial for touch and control, providing clear communication about ball contact during play.
The build quality of Meister Holz Sieben is outstanding. The craftsmanship, material selection, and finishing are consistently described as premium, reflecting Nittaku's reputation for high-end products. TTSensei experts note the excellent fit and finish contribute significantly to its overall premium feel and performance.
Technology
Nittaku Meister Holz Sieben represents advanced woodworking and adhesion techniques developed collaboratively by Japanese and German engineers. The 'Meister Series' designation signifies high-end craftsmanship. The blade utilizes seven specially selected wood veneers with distinctive European spruce outer plies. This construction is optimized for the modern plastic ball, aiming to provide a powerful, spin-friendly offensive blade with excellent ball feedback and control while retaining the sought-after feel of traditional wood. Manufacturing in Germany underscores a commitment to precision and quality control.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Timo Boll ALC
Meister Holz Sieben is often compared to the Butterfly Timo Boll ALC. Both are considered high-end offensive options with a focus on control and spin. TTSensei experts note the Holz Sieben has a similar feel and handle comfort to the TB ALC, with slightly different speed characteristics and more pronounced wood feedback due to its all-wood construction.