Weight
86g
Thickness
5.7mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
158x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Hayabusa ARX
Xiom Hayabusa ARX is a modern offensive blade built for aggressive, topspin-focused players. Its 5+2 ply construction with Koto outer layers and Aramid Carbon inner plies delivers a powerful yet controlled playing experience. The blade features a unique 'neutralizing' feel that absorbs opponent's energy, providing a stable platform for dynamic shots. With a balanced weight around 86g and a 5.7mm thickness, it offers professional-level performance, making it an excellent choice for intermediate to advanced players seeking a blend of speed, spin, and precision.
The 5+2 ply construction places Aramid Carbon layers directly beneath the Koto surface veneer. This configuration aims to blend stiffness with vibration absorption, enhancing spin potential, enlarging the sweet spot, and delivering a controlled yet powerful playing experience.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Hayabusa ARX is a fast offensive blade designed for aggressive topspin play and rapid rallies. The Aramid Carbon layers contribute to dynamic energy transfer, enabling powerful counter-hits and swift third-ball attacks. While delivering significant pace, it maintains a more controlled trajectory compared to many pure carbon blades, offering a balanced offensive experience.
Despite its impressive speed, Hayabusa ARX offers outstanding control. The Aramid Carbon layers effectively dampen vibrations, providing a sensitive and predictable feel. This allows for precise ball placement, confident blocking, and reliable execution of technical strokes, making it a great choice for players who demand both power and accuracy in their game.
Hayabusa ARX provides a medium-hard, crisp feel from the Koto outer plies, complemented by a unique 'neutralizing' effect from the Aramid Carbon that absorbs vibration. This combination prevents the blade from feeling overly stiff or numb, delivering good ball feedback for a sensitive touch.
When looping against underspin, Hayabusa ARX produces medium to high throw angles. This helps in clearing the net with a good safety margin, which is beneficial for aggressive attacking shots.
Dwell time is on the shorter side, favoring quick, punchy loops and fast counter-hit exchanges. This characteristic supports an aggressive, direct playing style, though it still provides sufficient contact for effective topspin generation during attacks.
Hayabusa ARX exhibits a medium-stiff to stiff flexibility. The combination of Aramid Carbon and Koto creates a solid, responsive platform ideal for powerful shots and quick reactions, while retaining enough feel for controlled play.
The Aramid Carbon layers are designed to absorb vibrations, resulting in a controlled feel that reduces hand fatigue during play. While it's a fast blade, it doesn't transmit excessive shock, contributing to a comfortable and precise playing experience.
Hayabusa ARX is noted for its superb build quality, featuring smooth handles and excellent construction. The use of premium materials like Koto and Aramid Carbon results in a durable, aesthetically pleasing blade that reflects Xiom's reputation for high-quality manufacturing.
Technology
Xiom Hayabusa ARX utilizes 'Aramid Carbon' (ARX) technology, where Aramid and Carbon fibers are woven into a composite. This material is placed directly beneath the Koto outer veneer. Aramid fibers are known for absorbing vibration and enhancing spin, while carbon increases shot sharpness. Together, they create a 'neutralizing' feel that allows the blade to absorb and counter an opponent's power effectively, boosting dynamic energy transfer and spin potential. The blade belongs to Xiom's 'Omni' sub-brand.
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Xiom Stradivarius
Hayabusa ARX is considered a modern, more accessible successor to the legendary Xiom Stradivarius. Both share a philosophy of powerful offensive play, but the Hayabusa ARX offers improved spin potential and a more refined feel at a competitive price point.
Butterfly Viscaria
Often compared to the popular Butterfly Viscaria, Hayabusa ARX presents a compelling alternative. Our testing shows the Hayabusa ARX offers higher spin potential and a more pronounced 'neutralizing' feel, providing similar high-level performance characteristics at a more accessible price.