Nittaku Tenaly Acoustic

Rated as slower than Tenaly Original by Nittaku, I find that the Tenaly Acoustic is actually faster, has more control, and offers a better feel than the original. I’ve used Tenaly blades for a couple of years, and I would definitely recommend spending the extra money on the Acoustic. It works particularly well with Chinese forehand rubbers.

Blade Review

The blade in question is similar to the regular version, except for the handle. I’ve been using it for three months now, and it’s my go-to blade. It offers an excellent touch when paired with Chinese rubber on the forehand (currently using Neo TG2) and eliminates any bothersome vibration. It’s a versatile blade that can handle a wide range of playing styles.

Handle

Potential buyers should handle the blade before purchasing, as opinions on the handle vary widely. Some find it unpleasant, while others find it acceptable. As a penholder, I find the Tenaly to be excellent for reverse penhold backhand. The difference is not drastic but noticeable. When using a shakehand grip, I found the handle to be rather narrow but not overly uncomfortable. While my backhand improved, my forehand struggled somewhat. However, I primarily play penhold.

Other Considerations

It’s important to note that the blade face is relatively small (153x148mm compared to 157x150mm on the regular version). As such, any rubber cut to fit this blade may not fit on a regular size blade.

This is an incredible blade, offering control and feel comparable to the standard Acoustic and Violin.

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In the past few months, I’ve purchased several Nittaku blades from them, and they always do their best to fulfill all my requests. Thanks again, Tabletennis11. I will always be a lifetime customer.

Just over a year ago, I stated that the Nittaku Barwell Fleet was the best blade I had ever owned, and that it had significantly improved my game. This remains true for blades with standard shakehand handles.

Upon discovering Tenaly blades, I decided to try one. I experimented with the original (and least expensive) Tenaly to see if I could adapt my playing style. After a few weeks of familiarization, I opted for the Tenaly Acoustic blade.

The Tenaly Acoustic is far superior to the original Tenaly, offering fantastic feel and control. It has enhanced both my forehand and backhand strokes, even more so than the Barwell Fleet.

Switching between blades hasn’t hindered my game. I can still play effectively with the Barwell Fleet, which has long pimples on the backhand side. As I favor the backhand, particularly for hitting, long pimples were not a suitable option for this Tenaly blade, which has now become my favorite.

Nittaku blades are my preferred choice, despite the fact that some are quite expensive. However, they are generally worth the investment, especially when available on special offer.

I really like the bent handle of this bat. It allows the bat to be in a straight line with my arm without bending my wrist.

This allows a more natural stroke.

I much prefer the Acoustic over the original. It’s worth the extra money.