Weight
88g
Thickness
5.3mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
156x149
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Violin Large Size
Nittaku Violin Large Size is a premium 5-ply all-wood blade crafted with techniques inspired by fine string instrument making. This process preserves the wood's natural elasticity, delivering a distinctive soft feel and outstanding control. Designed for offensive play, it offers a balanced blend of speed and control, making it a favorite for players who rely on variable spin tactics and operate from close to mid-distance. The large handle variant enhances grip comfort, providing a controlled and feedback-rich experience ideal for those who value a natural wood sensation.
The 5-ply all-wood construction uses a Kiri core with White Ash outer and inner plies. This specific layup, combined with the specialized manufacturing process, is central to the blade's characteristic elasticity, soft feel, and enhanced ball feedback.
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✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Violin Large Size operates as a controlled offensive (OFF-) blade. It delivers sufficient pace for modern plastic ball play, particularly when paired with harder rubbers, but doesn't match the raw power of carbon composites. This speed profile is perfect for players who build points with spin and precise placement rather than relying solely on power.
Control is where this blade truly shines. Its soft feel, long dwell time, and large sweet spot provide excellent feedback, allowing for precise shot execution and confident spin generation. This high level of control makes it suitable for developing players and tacticians who thrive on a spin-oriented game.
Players experience a distinctively soft and elastic feel, a direct result of the all-wood construction and specialized manufacturing. This provides deep feedback and significant dwell time, allowing you to feel the ball's contact intimately.
It produces a medium-high throw angle, ideal for creating spinny loops with a good arc over the net. This characteristic is especially beneficial for players operating from close to mid-distance.
Dwell time is notably long, which is crucial for gripping the ball to generate heavy spin and maintain control. This extended contact is a key asset for spin-heavy serves and aggressive topspin shots.
It exhibits good flexibility, which directly contributes to its long dwell time and soft feel. This flex is excellent for spin generation and looping but may require a slight adjustment for very flat hits or blocking against extreme speed.
The blade has a vibrant, ringing feel that contributes positively to its overall feedback. This vibration is generally controlled and informative, though some players note it can be pronounced when blocking very hard attacks.
Craftsmanship is exceptional, often compared to fine musical instruments. Meticulous wood selection, bonding, and finishing result in a blade that is both visually beautiful and durably constructed, reflecting Nittaku's renowned attention to detail.
Technology
Nittaku Violin employs unique String Instrument Manufacturing Technology. Inspired by the craft of making fine violins, this method uses a special binding technique applied to every ply to preserve the wood's natural elasticity. The result is a blade with enhanced dwell time, superior vibration feedback, and a soft, responsive touch, all while maintaining solid offensive capability through pure wood construction.
Similar Blades
Nittaku Acoustic
As part of the same instrument-inspired series, Acoustic shares a philosophy of natural wood feel and elasticity. It is typically considered a bit faster (OFF) than the Violin while maintaining superb quality and feedback, making it a great alternative for players wanting slightly more speed without sacrificing a strong wood sensation.
Nittaku Violin Carbon
This is a direct evolution, incorporating FE Carbon layers. It increases stiffness and speed, offering more power and a larger sweet spot compared to the all-wood Violin. It appeals to players who love the Violin's concept but desire more offensive pace and a slightly crisper, more direct feel.