Xiom Vega Japan

It’s too soft for me, but not as soft as Palio ak 47blue or yellow. It is only recommended for fast and hard surface blades. Otherwise, on softer blades, it feels more like a pillow.

A big minus for this rubber is the fact that it tends to slip off the rubber sometimes when hitting the ball tangentially, for example, when doing topspins. It feels as if the ball was wet. I also noticed this on a friend’s blade while he was playing with the VJ.

You often can read that people have this specific problem with the Vega Japan (red rubbers more commonly though).

As this is a non-negotiable issue for me, this was the last time I bought this rubber.

Really have to agree with spincrazy29, the Xiom Vega Japan is probably the best of the Xiom series. It plays almost as good as the new Tibhar Evo EL-S and is definitely among the top 3-5 medium rubbers.

It plays softer than you would think and is a crazy looping machine with enough control to not mess up your game.

I would recommend ignoring the spin rating of 8.7 on this site, especially since many other rubbers with a spin rating of 9.3 or more cannot compare with the Vega Japan in terms of spin. Just look at the list of rubbers with the best spin and go down until you arrive at 9.2.

I would also like to add that the weight rating on this site is probably incorrect. Mine always weigh about 49-50g, so it’s a very heavy rubber when you consider it only has a medium sponge.

Perfect 45 degree tensor rubber. It is not too bouncy. I disagree with Kurokami’s assessment. For me, this rubber was more spin oriented than the VP. The VP was much faster when using both of them on the same blade. I agree that it has a softer, more elastic topsheet, which gives it more spin on the slow shots (pushes, short game).

The top end speed and spin of the VJ is lower than the VP. So for intermediate / advanced players, the VP will be a better FH rubber.

Conclusion: for amateur / intermediate players, this is a perfect 45 degree BH rubber with plenty of control and spin, with enough speed to finish the point using good technique.

Right out of the pack, you can notice that booster smell, and you can see a distinctive pimple structure on a tensioned top sheet.

This is not a rubber for beginners. It is bouncy. Even though its release date was in 2013, it is not behind modern rubbers in terms of spin and speed.

I have tried Vega Pro, Europe DF, Asia DF, Omega 5 Euro, and Omega 7 Pro, and I can say this is the heaviest of all of them. It is easy to produce nice spin and speed, but it lacks top-end gear compared to the Omega series (V, VII).

It is not so great over the table for doing short pushes, but flicks are great. It is good for backhand looping and driving and for the forehand if you need more dwell time. You can produce nice finishers. It also has a very solid sound.

For 30 euros in my country, it is a good value.

Dignics 05 Rubber Review

Pairing this rubber on the Stiga Dynasty Carbon blade produced better results than using the Nittaku G1 or TSP Ventus Speed rubbers on the same blade. The Dignics 05 rubber exhibits characteristics very similar to the T05 rubber. It generates both excellent spin and speed.

Updated March 2020: Although the Dignics 05 rubber is not the latest rubber from Xiom, its spin capability is still exceptional. My son uses this rubber for competitions, and he consistently produces high-spin ball loops and drives that his opponents find difficult to block back onto the table.

This is a great rubber, underrated; more people should give it a try. The speed glue effect is noticeable, providing excellent speed and spin. It also exhibits high durability, maintaining its new appearance after 5 weeks of use (10 hours per week). The strong click during spinning remains consistent, with no noticeable slowdown. I recommend it for backhand use, but it performs well for forehand as well. This powerful rubber deserves more recognition.

Hardness: Medium

Launch Angle: Medium

Speed: Fast

Spin: Good

Uses: Driving, distribution, blocks, topspin

Arc: Medium (enough to pass the net)

Backhand: Very good

Forehand: Works well with flexible wood; otherwise, shots may go to the net

I’m surprised by the low overall and spin ratings for this rubber. It’s the best forehand rubber I’ve ever used! Loops generate an incredible amount of spin, and their speed surpasses Vega Pro, even in 2.0 mm. This rubber is lightweight, which I find beneficial. As many others have noted, it’s definitely underrated.

45-degree rubber is unique. The ball consistently falls on the opposite side of the table and is forgiving for a 45-degree rubber. The tensor is concealed, requiring force to activate it. With sufficient force, the rubber generates significant spin and speed, making it ideal for improving your stroke.

Topsheet:

Exceptionally elastic and rubbery, the topsheet has a distinct shiny appearance. Despite an unusual odor, it promises great satisfaction during services. Notably, a subtle noise can be felt when the ball is taken superficially, as in a topspin where only the topsheet is grazed without visual contact with the ball.

Initially, there were concerns that the rubber might stretch and break, especially at the edges. However, upon inspection, the rubber remains intact thanks to its exceptional elasticity. A peculiar characteristic of Xiom tires, the red topsheet is notably more spin-oriented than its black counterpart.

Recently I discovered two great FH rubbers: Xiom Vega PRO and Vega Japan (MAX thickness). Vega PRO is perhaps the best rubber I have played with, but it is a bit too fast (some balls go out of the table easily).

Vega Japan is a bit slower, just enough for landing more balls on the table. It has excellent spin, very good speed in attack (spiny FH and smashes), and very good control on service receiving and blocking. So, no complaints whatsoever! Vega Japan shines on an OFF+ blade (Joola Wing Passion Extreme).

BH is at charge of a Joola Phoenix MAX rubber, which does the job very well.

As others have pointed out, this rubber is grossly underrated at the current grade of 8.7 (it is quite better than Vega Euro, graded with 9.3, which seems a bit “dead” when compared with Vega Japan, IMHO).

Very good for forehand. It offers good control at high speed and is very bouncy. However, it is not suitable for short games, passive blocks, or chopping. I used it on a Yasaka Silverline carbon blade and found it effective for lifting the ball, topspins, and side effects. It is an offensive rubber that provides control on fast balls.

A very good rubber from XIOM. It has strong aspects in all areas of play and is fairly easy to use. After playing for a few sessions, the rubber feels natural in play and shots come easily.

I have used this rubber on my BH for months and it performs well for flicks, drives, serves, and blocks. While predominantly offensive-focused, it also has a good enough feel for defensive chops when backed into a corner. It’s one of the best runners in the Vega series and doesn’t disappoint.

Definitely worth giving a try on BH or FH with its great ability to spin and add pace to an aggressive game, while still maintaining enough touch and feel to hold its own in passive play.

Great rubber that deserves a better score.

Not sure why this is rated slower than VP. VJ is clearly faster. If you were to compare the two, VJ is more like T64.

It’s more speed-oriented than the VP, with a softer, more elastic topsheet. The carbo-sponge is the same. The overall feel is softer, but I prefer the way Tenergy creates the softer feel with a hard topsheet and soft sponge rather than vice versa.

Testing this versus T64, it rebounded faster as with most tensors. At the time, it wasn’t worth the premium over VP. Now that the prices are the same, it’s a good deal and interchangeable with T64 while you use VP in place of T05.

Review:

Avoid this rubber. Tarheel2536’s critique rings true. Attempting to remove glue (specifically Butterfly Chalk) from the sponge causes it to crumble. I experienced excessive sponge loss, exposing the rubber. In a fit of frustration, I tore the rubber barehanded, demonstrating its lack of durability. It’s highly likely that the rubber and sponge would tear upon contact with the table’s edge.

Prior experiences with re-gluing rubbers have not prepared me for the significant sponge loss encountered when removing glue from this product. It is an exceptional case of poor durability, resulting in a complete waste of investment.

In my opinion, the rubber with the best price to efficiency ratio. It’s not as grippy as Tenergy05 or OmegaV Tour, but it’s still very good.

I don’t know about SigmaII Euro/Pro, but they’re about the same price as Omega V Tour. It’s very bouncy, and it took me a while to adjust from 2.0 mm to max mm.

For the price, it really is a great rubber. On par with all the latest generation rubbers like Bluefire and Rasant, etc. Because of the sponge hardness, it can be comfortably used for both forehand and backhand.

My current favorite forehand rubber. Many Tenergy users have asked to try it after playing against them and have described it as having a similar effect on the ball. It allows for nice spinny serves, solid pushes, and confident short and mid loops. For the price, it seems like a great value when compared to high-end rubbers.

A big disappointment. I was looking for a backhand (BH) rubber with good control and spin, mounted on my fast, light Yinhe T-11+. Pushes are fine, but it doesn’t “bite” the ball enough for BH loops. Vega Europe gives much better bite (though it’s slower).

Forehand (FH) loops are okay, though rubbers like Yasaka Rakza 7 (on the T-11+ FH) and Xiom Sigma Europe II are much, much spinnier. I can’t wait for the replacement for XVJ to come in the mail.

UPDATE:
I just pulled the rubber off the blade (easy). Then I slathered the rubber with extra glue to make the glue easy to pull off. Disappointing again—the sponge is so soft that pieces of the sponge came with the glue. The top sheet feels hard, under tension, but the sponge is soft.

This is the best rubber. It provides great spin and control, and it is very durable. I have been using it for a few months now, and I have not had any problems with it. I would definitely recommend this rubber to anyone who is looking for a good all-around rubber.

My game is of the all-round type, which includes chops, looping, flat smashes, and backspins. I am currently using Adidas Fibertec Classic with Vega Japan on the forehand and Vega Asia on the backhand. This combination perfectly suits my playing style. I switched to Vega Japan from Rakza 7 Soft, which had a higher throw and made it difficult for me to play an all-round game. Vega Japan is truly a “jack of all trades” rubber. So far, it has been excellent, and I am definitely not disappointed.

The rubber is not soft, sticky topsheet, very good on BH. Zhang Jike ALC blade.

El Xiom Vega Japan es el caucho que cualquier jugador de tenis de mesa puede tener. Es perfecto para todo tipo de juego, proporciona un increíble efecto y velocidad, además de control justo como lo requieres para diversas bolas, y se acoplará fácilmente a tu juego.

El Xiom Vega Japan es un caucho de buen poder para jugadores de nivel medio con el cual pueden encontrar una fácil adaptación al caucho con cualquier tipo de estilo de juego, además de potenciar las habilidades del spin con los golpes con rotación.

Uno de los mejores cauchos de Xiom, está bien equilibrado en relación a su capacidad de generar efectos y su velocidad, el caucho es de lo mejor de la línea Vega, no te arrepentirás de adquirirlo, si vienes de un caucho pegajoso, deberás cambiar un poco tu golpe, pero no hay dificultad para adaptarse.

Es un artículo con excelentes prestaciones.

This rubber provides speed and spin just as described by the manufacturer.

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Vega Japan doesn’t suit well with any blade. It doesn’t suit primorac or korbel. With the Donic Original Exclusive Carbon, it will become an awesome racket.

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Just like the description. This rubber is a combination of speed and spin.

Good rubber.

It has less speed and spin compared to Fastarc G-1, but it is a very good rubber for beginner/intermediate players. It is easier to return the ball for my opponents, but all of my topspins land on the table. I use it as a FH rubber.

Great.

The best rubber for offensive play on the forehand: control, spin, and speed when necessary.

This rubber is perfect.

Medium-high throw, spinny rubber. Not very durable and pretty heavy in weight.

It’s a good medium rubber with high spin and decent speed.
Not the best but still very good.

Xiom Vega Japan was my favorite BH rubber. After comparing it with Fastarc G-1, I noticed that it has less spin, control, and power than Fastarc G-1.

Foarte bun produs.

It was better when it was on the old Butterfly Timo Boll ALL+ blade. Now, with Stiga Clipper, it has less control compared to Fastarc G1. But still, it is a very good rubber among rubbers I have played until now. For me, 2 mm Vega Japan lacks power and is much different than Vega Japan with maximal thickness. So, max thickness is recommended.

It’s rated at 45 degrees hardness but it is quite heavy for that hardness (around 50g when cut to a regular blade head) and feels chunky, never too soft.

The special point of this rubber is that it creates a low arc with massive spin. This leads opponents, even at a high level, to misread the spin on your shots and serves, confusing the directness of the shot for a little spin, while in effect this is one of the spinniest rubbers that exist, with some of the strongest grip.

The topsheet grabs the ball forever. Speed is low, with no catapult effect, but if you hit harder you get a ball so spinny it will be like the spin of a player a few levels above yours. The speed is up to you to make some effort though there is an upper limit.

The backhand is incredible, the ball flies with a low arc over the net with power and spin opponents have trouble reading. For flicks on serve-receive, it is deadly because of the grip of the topsheet.

Serves are low, controlled, and very spinny.

I have been playing with a Darker 7p2a7t for several years. Xiom Vega Japan works perfectly for my game on both sides.

This and V01 stiff are my two favorite penhold backhands, followed by an R47. The first two are super dependable, getting the ball back in play with some pace type rubbers. The R47 is for when I want to get a little saucy.

Отличная, долговечная резина для всех.

The rubber seemed somewhat “flat.” Nothing special. Slightly softer than Vega Pro and harder than Vega Europe. It seems like the perfect balance. Exactly what is needed. But something is off with it. It’s better to go with the proven Vega Pro. Another important point is what rubber is on the other side. If you put on a Chinese rubber, this rubber doesn’t perform well. Perhaps if you find the right combination of blade and rubber on the other side, this rubber will show itself well.

The rubber was softer than I imagined, making it really effective when looping with a lot of spin. A really good price as well when compared to other websites.

Хороший качественный продукт. Вращение и скорость отличные.

I’ll have to use this more for a better appreciation, but my preliminary response is positive. Vega Japan seems faster than Vega Europe but has similar control characteristics. Vega rubber overall is high quality and effective.

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So many times I have tried to play with something else regarding rubbers, and each time I come back to the Vega Japan. For me, it is much better than the expensive rubbers from Butterfly.

Хорошая контрольная долгоиграющая накладка.

Easy to control and at a reasonable price.

I tried many rubbers for my BH and FH. The specificity of the Japan rubber is that the rejection level is low, so if your balls are very curvy, it’s very difficult for your opponent to topspin on it. The best rubber for the forehand, speed, precision, and spin. Nice for blocking and very good for backhand counter play and spinny backhand. I play with it on both sides.

Great rubber, good quality and price.

I bought this rubber for my backhand. I think it is of very good quality and it can last a long time.

I use this rubber on my FH and my BH on Apolonia ZLC, and it’s just perfect for my game. I think it’s suitable for an ALL+/OFF- playstyle.

On my forehand, just fine.

I bought this rubber in 1.8mm & 2.0mm. This rubber can generate a lot of spin. The control is also very good. It plays like a tamed version of the Tibhar MX-P rubber. However, the weight of this rubber is towards the heavy end.

Отличное соотношение цена-качество, очень износостойкие.

For me, the best rubber for topspin at the table or away from the table. A positive point is that it doesn’t create as big of an arc as Tenergy or other rubbers, but it maintains a linear height in relation to the net. I have tried other offensive rubbers, but I always come back to VJ. Additionally, when cutting balls, it is very difficult for your opponent to place a topspin.

Excellent product at a special price with fast delivery.

Hello, a good rubber for the money. I got one 2.0mm and one max mm. I think a medium trained player can go to max plays well from close and medium distance from the table. It has enough spin for most shots depending on how you strike the ball. It is good value for the money. Xiom, as we know, lasts a little longer than most rubbers. I keep it in double plastic special for blades as it keeps the rubber fresh and the factory booster sealed inside for longer. Inside the plastic, it has oil as booster try to evaporate. Enjoy life and table tennis, guys!!

C’est la première fois que je le prends en max, j’en suis enchanté. Les attaques loin de la table sont possibles, pas seulement à mi-distance ou proche de la table. Effets forts, et surtout un contrôle dans les petits gestes près de la table, vraiment extraordinaire. Moins d’efforts et tout passe quand même! Bloc toujours aussi bon, je n’ai pas trouvé de défaut à ce revêtement! Je le recommande à tous ceux qui ont assez d’expérience pour jouer en max sans être dépassés par la vitesse.

Beautiful rubber with very good speed, spin, and great control. Love it. A big THANK YOU to the team at TT11 for a great product, prices, and service.

I put on the Zhang Jike ALC and got an excellent ratio, so the price + quality is at a high level.

Superb rubber.

Good quality with a high catapult effect. Very soft for me (around 40-42 degrees). Suitable for a composite blade and for BH use.

I would love it much more if the catapult effect was reduced and the sponge hardened to 47-48 degrees.

The feel of this rubber is very good, excellent for attacking with a good effect and a good curve. Its sound is very good and its stability is perfect.

Good rubber. Highly recommended for offensive players.

Great.

I am using this on my backhand and it has improved my backhand. Good grip, good quality, and fast rubber.

A keeper rubber. Does everything well and more. Almost effortless to play with and respond from the rubber is delightful. Best for FH due to the harder sponge.

Same review as for the Black Vega.

All right, delivered on time, excellent rubber!

Excellent rubber, great combination with Xiom Vega Pro and Xiom Offensive S.

I always had trouble with my backhand when I started, but then I got this rubber. When I first tried it, I had more control than I thought. I take really good care of it, so I am glad I managed to find this. Maybe I’ll get another one for my next blade.

One of the best plastic balls on the market and the price is quite good.

It is a very good rubber, fast, spinny with very good control. I have read a lot of reviews saying it is better used for BH. Well, I am using it on both sides of my blade Xiom Ignito ST handle and it does everything easily. Loops, back loops, smashes, and even chopping. Highly recommended for offensive players.

I really like this rubber on the backhand. I’m using it in 2.0mm on a Donic Appelgren 89 World Champion blade. It’s a little softer than I expected it to be. I find it pretty stable for touch shots and pretty decent at spinning up the ball. I’ve been avoiding using my backhand loop until now. The throw and pace seem perfect for my strokes and I feel much more confident in looping.

An excellent product. Good spin and very good for looping mid-table.

Хорошая во всех отношениях резина. Блок, вращение, контроль на 5 баллов.

Good rubber. Highly recommended.

Very easy to block and good for chopping.

Great rubber for aggressive, low curve topspins from mid-distance and close to the table, and still very good control.

Already playing with 2.0 on the forehand. Spinny, precise, fast on average. Very good value for money/quality. Durable, if you follow instructions from the manufacturer - clean every time after play and put cover sheets.

Very good performance on off-type blades.

This rubber is one of the best rubbers on the market. Long-lasting spin with a durable top sheet will give you extra time for playing. In my opinion, this rubber is worth playing with even more than the Butterfly Tenergy series.

It is amazing the performance of this rubber. Good speed and spin, and tricky blocks at times. This has been my rubber together with a Nittaku Violin for my FH for 2 years.

Max red on my Omega Pro as BH. Non-tacky, yet quite spinny. Medium-fast, good for blocking. Not quite used to it for looping, but I’m pretty sure it would perform well. It might also be a good FH rubber for an all-round player.

The rubber is simply superb! The store is also superb.

Tired of boosting, speed gluing Chinese rubber? This is the replacement. Tackiness is similar to Chinese rubbers. The top sheet is more elastic than other Vega series rubbers. It is easy to make powerful shots from mid or far distance, do slow brush shots at the close table, and flick on the table. It works well on any wood or composite blades.
The service and price range at Tabletennis11.com are the best.

I recommend it for those who want to have control while attacking.

Thank you!

Super fast delivery, purchases match the order. Will order more and more. Thank you!

Awesome rubber, excellent all-around rubber.
Tabletennis11 service is super, fast, and cheap. This is my go-to shop to order table tennis equipment.

Thanks for the good quality and fast delivery!

Very good control and speed. Cheap price but good quality.

Xiom Vega Japan rubber is very fast even with 2.0mm, very spinny on serves, loops, very good for pushes and chops (especially long chops), highly recommended for OFF or OFF- blade. The price is very good for such a good rubber.

Wonderful!

It’s slower than Sigma 2 Europe, but it fits perfectly on my Balsa Carbon blade. I hope it lasts longer than average. TT11 provides very good service and shipping.

Excelente para Top Spin y Velocidad en Ataque.

Impresionante sentimiento de bola, espectacular para top spin y velocidad un poco superior al Vega Europa.

Fast and secure for purchasing. Thank you, Tabletennis11.

Very good rubber.

Nice quality and price.

I really like Vega Japan. I have it in red 2.0mm sponge. I use it on a Donic Defplay Senso for modern defense. I am able to loop, hit, push, and chop effectively with it. I was surprised at how well it chops back loops on the forehand side, but this may have a lot to do with my defensive blade. I would not hesitate to recommend this rubber to others though. It’s really great for the price!

The rubber is great. The spin and speed are great. I like it and I’m happy with the price and quality.

The spin and bounce are excellent, the control is slightly weaker than in the rubbers of the Tenergy FX series.

The boys at the club love this rubber; it has speed, control, and excellent topspin.

This rubber smells like Bluefire M3 and feels almost like Tibhar MX-P. In any case, a really good rubber. I wouldn’t suggest it to beginners though. This rubber is quite fast, a little on the heavy side, and reacts to spin quite a bit, but it has great spin/speed potential. Because the rubber bites the ball so well, there is so much feedback from the rubber, and experienced players should be able to take full advantage of this rubber.

Very high-quality rubber, excellent for aggressive attackers near the table.

For aggressive experienced players, anyone below 1800 USATT or with less than 2 years of play should stay away.

I bought it for BH, but Vega Japan turned out to be surprisingly good for FH too, so now I am a twiddler. ;)

Very good rubber with great spin.

This is the best Xiom rubber I have ever played with. I have played with Omega 4 Europe, Elite, and many other rackets before. Very good quality, perfect for looping, very good speed, spin, and control. Very fast delivery. Top shop! Thanks.