An Jaehyun TMXi Pro

Weight

90g

Thickness

5.9mm

Plies

7-ply

Head Size

160x152

Handles

FL / ST

Material

Hybrid

Head Shape

Oversized

Balance

Balanced

Xiom

An Jaehyun TMXi Pro

Korea
2022

Xiom AJH TMXi Pro is a premium offensive blade co-developed with South Korean star An Jaehyun. This 5+2 ply hybrid features an innovative inner composite construction using Xiom's proprietary Trimetrix (TMX) material, a blend of Axylium, Zephylium, and Carbon. Designed for intermediate to advanced players, it delivers a professional-level balance of speed, control, and feel. The oversized head and tailored grip shape offer enhanced stability and power, providing a direct yet forgiving playing experience that rewards precise technique. Manufactured in Korea, it's a high-performance tool for aggressive, spin-oriented play.

7-Ply Construction

The 5+2 construction features Limba outer plies for responsive feel, Ayous wood for intermediate and core layers, and proprietary Trimetrix (TMX) composite material positioned as inner plies. This inner placement creates a softer feel compared to outer composite blades, enhancing dwell time and spin generation while maintaining substantial offensive power.

TT Sensei Ratings

Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics

Speed
8.5

AJH TMXi Pro delivers OFF+ level speed perfect for aggressive offensive play. Our testing shows it provides substantial power, particularly when paired with Chinese-style rubbers, while maintaining excellent controllability. The blade offers a linear power curve where your input directly translates to shot velocity, making it predictable for drives and smashes without feeling uncontrollably fast.

Control
7.5

Despite its impressive speed, the AJH TMXi Pro offers exceptional control thanks to its well-balanced construction and the TMX material's enhanced feedback. Players find it remarkably predictable and manageable for both passive blocks and active attacking shots. The oversized head contributes additional stability during control-oriented play, making this blade surprisingly forgiving for intermediate to advanced players.

Feel
Medium-Hard
SoftMedium-HardHard

AJH TMXi Pro delivers a crisp, direct feel that's neither overly stiff nor too soft. The inner composite construction provides excellent feedback while maintaining sufficient ball dwell for controlled play. You'll experience a solid sensation during powerful shots combined with enough sensitivity for delicate touches, creating a unique and responsive playing character.

Throw Angle
Medium-High
LowMedium-HighHigh

This blade produces a medium-high throw angle that's ideal for powerful topspin shots. The trajectory provides good net clearance on offensive strokes, making it easier to attack effectively while keeping the ball safely within the playing area during aggressive rallies.

Dwell Time
8.0

This blade offers medium to medium-long dwell time that significantly benefits spin generation. The extended contact allows the ball to sink into the blade slightly longer, enabling players to impart substantial rotation on their shots, particularly during aggressive topspin rallies and loop drives.

Flexibility
4.0

AJH TMXi Pro sits on the stiffer side of the flexibility spectrum, aligning perfectly with its offensive capabilities. While not completely rigid, it offers less flex than all-wood blades, resulting in more direct power transfer and faster ball rebound that benefits aggressive attacking strokes and quick counter-attacks.

Vibration
7.0

Vibration is well-controlled and minimal, providing comfortable play without sacrificing valuable feedback. The blade transmits enough sensation to aid shot execution while avoiding harsh or distracting vibrations, contributing to its overall pleasant and predictable playing experience.

Quality
9.5

Xiom AJH TMXi Pro showcases exceptional build quality with beautiful craftsmanship and premium finishing. The materials selection and construction demonstrate durability and attention to detail that rivals top-tier brands. From the precise layer alignment to the refined handle shaping, every aspect reflects professional-grade manufacturing standards that ensure consistent performance.

Technology

Xiom AJH TMXi Pro incorporates the proprietary Trimetrix (TMX) material, a unique composite blend developed through Xiom's advanced R&D. TMX weaves together three distinct materials: Axylium, Zephylium, and X-Carbon. This innovative construction is strategically positioned as inner plies just behind the outer Limba layer. This 'inner composite' design aims to deliver a sensuous feel combined with powerful performance, creating a unique playing sensation that blends characteristics of Arylate-Carbon and Zylon-Carbon materials while maintaining distinct Xiom character. The 'Pro' version specifically features an enlarged head size and tailored grip shape developed to meet the demands of professional players like An Jaehyun.

Pro Players Using This Blade

An Jaehyun

An Jaehyun, a prominent South Korean national team player, co-developed this signature blade seeking a perfect blend of DHS W968 and Butterfly Viscaria characteristics. He uses the AJH TMXi Pro to leverage its combination of power, spin, and control for his offensive playing style, which features strong topspin attacks from both forehand and backhand sides.

Cho Daeseong

Cho Daeseong, another South Korean national player, uses blades incorporating the TMX material technology. While he specifically uses the TMX Pro version with outer fiber placement, his adoption of the TMX material system indicates Xiom's commitment to developing high-performance equipment for their sponsored athletes and the material's effectiveness at professional levels.

Similar Blades

DHS W968

AJH TMXi Pro is frequently compared to the DHS W968, a blade favored by many top Chinese professionals including Ma Long. An Jaehyun himself used the W968 before developing his signature blade, and TTSensei experts note the TMXi Pro plays like a mix between the W968 and Butterfly Viscaria. Both blades offer significant offensive power, though the AJH TMXi Pro is considered slightly more manageable for many players.

Butterfly Viscaria

Butterfly Viscaria served as partial inspiration for the AJH TMXi Pro's development. While the Viscaria delivers speed and crisp feel with its Koto outer ply, the AJH TMXi Pro offers a different experience with more pronounced dwell time and linear power delivery due to its inner composite construction and Limba outer plies. Players report the TMXi Pro provides a more forgiving playing character while maintaining offensive capability.