Weight
86g
Thickness
6.7mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
156x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Tiger 560
Xi Enting Tiger 560 is a composite offensive blade designed for players who demand a potent mix of speed, power, and control. Developed under the guidance of former World Champion Xi Enting, it leverages a hybrid construction with titanium mesh and carbon layers to create a dynamic, lively feel. The blade offers a pronounced sweet spot and sensitive rebound, making it a versatile weapon for fast attacks and powerful loop-drives, perfectly suited for an aggressive playing style.
The 7-ply construction sandwiches two carbon fiber layers and a titanium mesh fiber layer between four wood plies. This hybrid design aims to leverage the speed and sweet spot enhancement of the composite materials while the wood core provides stability and a degree of feel.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Tiger 560 delivers impressive speed, a direct result of its offensive DNA and composite construction. The carbon and titanium mesh layers work in concert to produce a fast, crisp ball response, making it highly effective for quick attacks and powerful drives. Our testing shows it excels at generating significant pace, placing it firmly in the fast offensive blade category.
Despite its speed, Tiger 560 maintains a commendable level of control. This balance is achieved through its construction, which creates a large, forgiving sweet spot and a sensitive rebound. Players report that it handles the ball easily, allowing offensive-minded users to execute precise, accurate shots even during high-speed rallies.
The feel leans towards medium-hard, characterized by a direct and somewhat stiff touch. Players experience a crisp feedback with perceptible vibration on contact, which contributes to a clear, communicative sensation in the hand during play.
The blade produces a medium-high throw angle, which is beneficial for aggressive, loop-oriented play. This trajectory helps generate sufficient arc to clear the net comfortably while allowing players to impart heavy spin on their attacks.
Dwell time is moderate. The carbon layers promote a quicker rebound typical of composite blades, favoring fast attacks. However, the multiple wood plies and titanium mesh provide a slightly longer dwell than a pure carbon blade, allowing for effective spin generation on loops.
This is a relatively stiff blade. The carbon and titanium construction provides a solid, direct platform that minimizes flex, making it ideal for powerful, direct shots. This stiffness enhances speed and punch but reduces the blade's suitability for soft touch play.
A noticeable level of vibration is part of this blade's character. While the titanium mesh is designed to dampen it, players still feel a distinct feedback after each hit. This vibration contributes to the blade's direct, unfiltered feel, which many offensive players appreciate for shot feedback.
The build quality offers great value for a composite blade, delivering premium-level performance at a more accessible price point. However, some finishing details reflect its position in the market; players should be prepared to seal the wood, and occasional feedback mentions issues like splintering when removing rubbers. It's a performance-first blade where the investment goes into the playing characteristics.
Technology
Xi Enting Tiger 560 incorporates several key technologies. A honeycomb structure reduces weight and expands the sweet spot while also helping to dampen vibrations. The proprietary titanium mesh layer is engineered to store and release energy, enhancing rebound sensitivity and power. Combined with its composite carbon layers, these features work together to create a blade with a large optimized sweet spot, delivering a unique blend of speed, control, and offensive capability.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Xi Enting
While not necessarily used in competition, the blade is intrinsically linked to Xi Enting, the former World Champion and coach whose name brands it. His offensive philosophy and technical expertise are directly embedded in the Tiger 560's design principles, aiming to create a tool suitable for high-level, aggressive play.
Similar Blades
DHS PG7
DHS PG7 is a classic 7-ply all-wood offensive blade renowned for its superb balance of speed, control, and a pure woody feel. While the Tiger 560 is a faster composite hybrid, the PG7 serves a similar role for players seeking a solid, controllable offensive platform, offering more dwell time and a different, more traditional feedback compared to the carbon-enhanced Tiger 560.