Gamma Live Wire 16/1.32 String
Line: Live Wire
$16.99
Live Wire Technology exposes the polymeric materials in the string to "an advanced, super high energy, Gamma irradiation process. This process energizes the molecules and accelerates the cross linkage (bonding) between the molecules by more than 25% to create Live Wire monofibers. This increased cross linkage provides greater dynamic resiliency and greater elasticity, compared to other synthetic materials." Live Wire 16 offers "ultimate playability and all around performance for superior feel, maximum power, and control."
String specs
| Gauge | 16/1.32mm |
| Length | 40ft/12.2m |
| Composition | Multicore (Bundled Live Wire Core, Twisted Live Wire Wraps with Soft Pearl Coating) |
| Color | Natural |
Where to buy
What players say
No modern video or forum reviews turned up for this exact gauge; the available player feedback comes from Tennis Warehouse's product-page customer reviews, spanning roughly 2000 to 2018. Comfort and early-string feel draw consistent praise, but opinions split sharply on how long that feel and the string's durability last.
Best for
- Players prioritizing arm comfort over durability
- Moderate swing speeds rather than heavy spin or pace
- Players who restring often and don't need a string to hold up long
Pros
- Multiple reviewers across different years call it comfortable and easy on the arm, with noticeably less vibration than polyester
- Decent feel and power when the string is fresh, with more than one reviewer noting good control for a multifilament
Cons
- Several reviewers report the string goes dull or 'dead' within one to two weeks of regular play
- Durability opinions are inconsistent: some reviewers call it excellently durable, others say it frays or breaks easily
- Not recommended by reviewers who hit with heavy spin or very hard, who found it lacking bite and control
Voices
— Matthew, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
They are so easy on the arm and have excellent feel, control, and power wasn't too bad either.
— Scott, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
Vibration compared to poly strings is much less which makes this string very comfortable to hit with.
— John, Chicago, IL, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
The problem I faced was the string was just too dead feeling.
— Natty Schneider, Bradenton, FL, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
They seem to peel and break easy.
— Tom, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
I find that I get excellent durability.
— Darren, Singapore, Tennis Warehouse customer review, Web
Not something you should use if you hit hard with a lot of spin.