Weight
90g
Thickness
6.2mm
Plies
13-ply
Head Size
157x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Handle-Heavy
Carbo 7.6 WRB
Stiga Carbo 7.6 WRB is an offensive table tennis blade built for players who want a powerful blend of speed, spin, and touch. Its unique 13-layer construction combines seven wood veneers with six microscopic carbon layers, creating a platform that amplifies power and spin while preserving the natural resilience of wood. The integrated WRB (Weight Balance System) in the handle optimizes balance for faster returns and enhanced feel. Designed for aggressive attackers, this blade delivers professional-level performance, helping you stay ahead with exceptional power and precision.
The blade is constructed with 13 layers: seven wood veneers alternating with six layers of microscopic carbon. This sandwich design aims to increase speed and power while preserving the natural feel and resilience of the wood.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Carbo 7.6 WRB is widely recognized as a very fast blade. The 13-layer construction with embedded carbon layers provides a significant speed boost, and the WRB system further enhances this by optimizing balance for quicker returns. It's engineered for fast-paced rallies and aggressive offensive play, making it a top choice for players who rely on speed.
Despite its high speed, Carbo 7.6 WRB offers commendable control for an offensive blade. Players report good touch on blocks, precise placement, and reliable performance even from a distance. The blend of wood and carbon layers helps maintain a solid feel, though some users mention it takes practice to fully harness its potential.
Feedback points toward a firm, direct feel. Many players appreciate the good touch and feedback it provides for spin generation and precise shots, though some describe the sensation as more direct and less refined, akin to a solid club.
Given its offensive design and carbon construction, the blade produces a medium-high throw angle, facilitating powerful topspin shots with a good arc over the net.
Our testing shows the blade provides substantial dwell time during looping, helping generate heavy spin combined with speed. While not as dwell-heavy as some all-wood blades, it offers enough contact time to produce high-quality, spin-driven shots.
With six carbon layers integrated into its construction, the blade is quite stiff. This stiffness is a key contributor to its high speed and power, but it reduces overall flexibility compared to more pliable all-wood designs.
The WRB system contributes to a moderate level of vibration and feedback, giving players a clear sense of ball contact. It's not excessive but provides enough tactile information to aid in control and touch during play.
The blade is generally well-constructed with a clean finish, reflecting Stiga's manufacturing standards. However, TTSensei experts note isolated reports of the outer ply being somewhat fragile, which could be a consideration for players who are particularly hard on their equipment.
Technology
Stiga Carbo 7.6 WRB incorporates the proprietary WRB (Weight Balance System). This technology involves a hollowed section in the handle filled with a light insert, shifting the center of gravity forward to optimize balance, increase return speed, and enhance power and feel. The blade also uses a unique 13-layer construction with seven wood veneers and six microscopic carbon layers interspersed between them. This method is designed to boost speed and power while maintaining the natural feel and resilience of wood. Some versions may include CR (Chemical Curing) technology, which hardens the surface with UV radiation to improve rebound and offensive performance.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Wang Liqin
Wang Liqin, a former World #1 and multiple World Champion, used the Stiga Carbo 7.6 WRB. His powerful offensive style, characterized by devastating forehand and backhand attacks, was well-supported by the blade's speed and spin-generating capabilities. The advanced construction likely provided the necessary power for his fast rallies and winning shots.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Viscaria
Carbo 7.6 WRB is often compared to Butterfly Viscaria by players seeking a fast, spin-oriented offensive blade. Both are popular, but they differ in construction and feel. Viscaria is known for its excellent balance of speed, control, and spin with Arylate-Carbon layers, offering a more refined feel. Carbo 7.6 WRB, with its higher ply count and carbon density, tends to deliver a more direct and powerful output.
Stiga Allround Classic Carbon
For players who find Carbo 7.6 WRB too fast or heavy, Stiga Allround Classic Carbon presents a faster alternative within Stiga's lineup that maintains higher control. As a 5-ply blade with carbon, it provides a blend of speed and control suitable for developing offensive players, whereas Carbo 7.6 WRB is a more specialized, high-performance offensive tool.