Weight
89.5g
Thickness
5.65mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
158x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Virtuoso AC
OSP Virtuoso AC is a high-performance table tennis blade crafted for offensive players who desire a sophisticated fusion of modern composite technology and classic wooden sensation. This 7-ply hybrid integrates inner Aramid/Carbon layers within a wood construction, a design that enhances stiffness and spin potential for the poly ball era while preserving nuanced touch and feedback. It delivers a lively, controlled playing experience with a large sweet spot and a crisp acoustic signature, making it a top choice for players who prioritize spin generation, precise placement, and a connected feel over sheer brute speed.
The blade features a 5+2 construction. The outer plies are Limba wood, followed by inner layers of Aramid/Carbon fiber. These composite layers are positioned next to the wood core, a design intended to enhance stiffness and spin while maintaining the outer wood's touch and ball-gripping characteristics.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Virtuoso AC offers a solid offensive speed rating of 7.5. It provides sufficient dynamism for powerful attacks, especially when strokes are fully committed. Players accustomed to extremely fast carbon blades might find it requires more deliberate effort to unlock its full power, as controlled strokes can feel less explosive. However, it delivers consistent and reliable pace for an aggressive playing style.
Virtuoso AC provides a high degree of command. You get excellent ease in blocking, counter-top spinning, and executing precise shots. This level of control allows for confident management of incoming spin and accurate ball placement, making it a reliable weapon in fast exchanges and tactical play.
Despite its composite layers, Virtuoso AC retains a significant and desirable wooden feel. It provides excellent tactile feedback and dwell time, allowing players to sense ball contact clearly. The feel is firmer than a pure wood blade but remains more natural and connected than many stiffer composite alternatives.
The blade produces a medium-high throw angle, which is excellent for generating heavy topspin with a trajectory that dips effectively over the net. This higher arc adds safety to attacking shots and can make returns more challenging for opponents.
Dwell time is a standout feature, rated highly for extended ball contact. This characteristic is crucial for generating heavy spin and provides a greater margin for error, particularly during topspin rallies, loops, and service actions.
Virtuoso AC strikes a medium-flexible balance. It harnesses stiffness from the composite layers for stability while retaining enough flexibility from the wood plies to aid dwell time and spin generation, which is particularly noticeable during brushing topspin strokes.
The blade provides a lively, crisp feel with noticeable feedback. These vibrations are generally perceived as constructive and informative, enhancing the player's connection to the shot rather than being distracting or unpleasant, reminiscent of the feedback from an all-wood blade.
The build quality is exceptional, reflecting OSP's renowned handmade craftsmanship. TTSensei experts consistently note its premium finish, smooth handle, flawless construction without rough edges, and overall beautiful presentation. It is a high-quality product that feels premium in the hand.
Technology
OSP Virtuoso AC utilizes an 'innerBoost' technology, strategically placing two layers of Aramid and Carbon fiber next to the core. This construction is engineered to harness the stiffness and enhanced spin potential of composites while meticulously preserving the tactile feedback and dwell time of traditional wood blades. The Aramid component helps regulate the feeling, creating a unique balance between power and touch. Combined with OSP's handmade craftsmanship, this layering aims to create a blade that excels with modern poly balls, offering sharp spin, a stiffer yet flexible characteristic, and a playing experience that feels distinct from typical composite blades.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Balázs Majoros
Balázs Majoros, a world champion, uses the OSP Virtuoso AC with a UTCAN handle. His success at the highest level of competition underscores the blade's capability for elite play. His choice of the custom UTCAN handle highlights a preference for a specific grip that optimizes comfort and control during intense matches.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Innerforce ALC
Butterfly Innerforce ALC is a frequent comparison, as both are hybrid designs with inner composite layers aimed at a wooden feel. Our testing shows the Innerforce ALC tends to be stiffer and slightly faster, while the Virtuoso AC offers more flex and a more pronounced, natural wood sensation and feedback.
DHS Hurricane Long 5
Some players compare Virtuoso AC to the DHS Hurricane Long 5 for its offensive power and composite construction. While the Long 5 is renowned for powerful looping and a strong feel, players report the Virtuoso AC can feel more flexible and crisper, with a distinct OSP character that some prefer for its touch and feedback.