Everyone's rating [Performance] Control and Maneuverability rated highly

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9.17 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 23
    • Swing: 8.52
    • Maneuverability: 8.65
    • Control: 8.74
    • Touch：8.57
    Round shape and solid shape shot feeling of the box shape.

    Specifications

    Producer
    YONEX
    Series
    Carbonex
    Model number
    4549317061626
    Grip size
    3U5
    Color
    white
    Length
    665
    Weight
    2U,3U
    Shaft stiffness / feel
    Medium
    Head balance
    Even balance
    Recommended tension

    3 U: 16 to 21 2 U: 17 to 22

    Frame material
    Carbon frame
    Shaft material
    Carbon shaft, built-in T type joint
    Frame shape
    Egg type

    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    As a long-selling model for over 30 years, it enjoys wide support from beginners to intermediate players. Its lightweight design, balanced operation, and excellent control are highly valued, though some note the hardness of the hit feel and narrow sweet spot.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • Lightweight and easy to maneuver with less arm fatigue
    • Beginner-friendly balanced design without quirks
    • Durable Japanese-made carbon frame construction
    • Affordable price with convenient restring services
    • Firm hit feel and responsive control
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositiveDespite being light, it has a solid hit feel and easy control. The grip is comfortable and easy to handle. For beginners, using it gradually makes you feel like your skills are improving.
    ▽ CriticalThe oval head has a narrow sweet spot. The hit feel is somewhat hard, and shots like smashes and clears require considerable power.

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    • kazu

      kazu （Experience：11-20 years） A YONEX classic

      A classic YONEX racket that has been loved for a long time.
      I used it in high school; in a good sense it has no weaknesses, but no particular strengths either.
      It is good value for money, so I think it is good for people about to take up badminton competitively.
      It has no quirks, so I think it is a racket that plainly shows the player's true ability.

      2018/01/03
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      9
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      10
      Touch
      8
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    • Hoshino

      Hoshino （Experience：4-5 years）

      First off, drives aren't bad. You don't get much momentum unless you follow through a bit, but I feel the maneuverability is good.
      Cuts, drops and lobs have no problems at all.
      Smashes and clears both need some power, but I can't find any bad points.
      If anything, the feel is a little stiff, and I think it lost some of that solid impact. But it's balanced at a high level, and I can recommend it to many players.

      2021/02/11
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Arc Lingt

      Arc Lingt （Experience：More than 20 years） A classic I always admired

      I have used it since my student days more than 20 years ago.
      I bought it partly because Fumihiko Machida, the former NTT coach I looked up to back then, used it during his playing days.
      The balance is excellent, and it is easy to handle and control.
      Back then, the so-called "thick-frame rackets" that many players used tended to crack when they clashed with a partner's racket in doubles,
      but this racket was durable and sturdy.

      2020/03/14
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      8
      Touch
      8
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    • Terry Chan

      Terry Chan （Experience：More than 20 years） A classic YONEX racket

      In high school I used it after the CARBONEX 8 and then the 10 (back then 2UG4 was the norm). It brings back memories that it's still on sale after more than 30 years. I borrow one and use it now and then, and I think it's a well-made classic. The round head has a narrow sweet spot, but it maneuvers well, and I think it's a classic among YONEX rackets.

      2019/06/24
      Overall
      7/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      8
      Touch
      5
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    • Independence

      Independence （Experience：2-3 years） Yonex carbonex 20 rating

      Truly a great racquet, hard enough, easy to control and able to carry out smashes

      2019/03/12
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Rilakkuma Smile

      Rilakkuma Smile （Experience：Less than a year） What makes the CARBONEX 20 great

      The YONEX CARBONEX 20 has a carbon frame, so it's light but still has a solid feel. Being light also makes it easy to control, which is a plus. I think it's an easy racket to use even for beginners.

      2019/01/31
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Kumi

      Kumi （Experience：2-3 years） When it comes to rackets, it's YONEX after all!

      I joined my school's badminton club. Since I was a beginner, when I went to the store they recommended YONEX. The grip is easy to hold, and the strings are at just the right tension, so it's really easy to use. Plus, it's reasonably priced and easy on the wallet. Any shop can restring it for you, which is convenient.

      2018/11/02
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      8
      Touch
      8
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