Head Extreme MP Racket
Series: Extreme
$219.00
This spin-monster combines explosive speed with easy power
Frame specs
| Head Size | 100in² |
| String Pattern | 16x19 |
| Length | Standard |
| Strung Weight | 11.2oz / 318g |
| Balance | 12.99in / 32.99cm / 4 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 323 |
| Stiffness | 66 |
| Beam Width | 23mm / 26mm / 21mm |
| Composition | Graphene 360+/Graphite |
| Power Level | Low-Medium |
| Stroke Style | Medium-Full |
| Swing Speed | Medium-Fast |
| Racket Colors | Yellow |
| Grip Type | Hydrosorb Pro |
| String Pattern Detail | 16 Mains / 19 Crosses |
| String Tension | 48-57 pounds |
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What players say
Reviewers agree the 2024 Extreme MP is a spin machine with an easy, arm-friendly feel, but they are split on control and on the dampened, "plasticky" sensation the new Auxetic 2.0 handle insert creates. Several playtesters also reported more mishits than usual, tying it to the frame's slightly heavier swingweight and high launch angle.
Best for
- Spin-hungry baseliners
- Intermediate to advanced 3.0-4.0 players
- Counterpunchers and doubles players
- Players upgrading from an older Extreme Auxetic
Pros
- Strong, easy access to topspin and slice on both wings
- Comfortable, fairly soft response that's easy on the arm
- Effortless power and depth without much swing effort
- Forgiving on off-center hits thanks to an enlarged sweet spot
Cons
- Control was rated as mediocre; struggles on tight targets or flattening the ball out
- Auxetic 2.0 dampening gives some players an artificial, "plasticky" feel instead of traditional graphite feedback
- Multiple testers reported shanking more than usual, linked to the added swingweight
- Not suited to flat hitters wanting a lower, more precise trajectory
Voices
— Brittany (TW playtest team), Web
I struggled with the feel, especially toward the tip of the racquet.
— Brittany (TW playtest team), Web
I shank way more balls than normal (several times a game).
— Jason (TW playtest team), Web
great access to spin on both my topspin forehand shots and backhand slice
— Tiffani (TW playtest team), Web
easy depth and spin ... easy pace without any effort
— Jonas Eriksson, Tennisnerd.net, Web
The sensation when striking the ball is artificial and 'plasticky'. I miss the old-school Graphite response.
— Tennis.com playtester, Web
Anything with topspin is great! Lobs, short angles, quick whippy ones…love them all.