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drop-shot X-Bass

8.3 / 10
Community rating

Best for: Best for Intermediate players seeking versatility with a medium touch

Shape: Teardrop
Weight: 370g
Balance: Even
drop-shot X-Bass padel racket - front view

Pros

  • Excellent build quality
  • Great balance of power and control
  • Comfortable feel on impact
  • Good value for money

Cons

  • May require adjustment period
  • Limited availability in some regions

Performance Scorecard

Overall

(summary of attributes below)

8.3

Power

8.7

Control

8.0

Sweet Spot

8.0

Maneuverability

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Spin

5.0

Specifications

  • MSRP $325
  • Weight 370g
  • Shape Teardrop
  • Balance Even
  • Surface 18K Carbon fiber
  • Core Medium EVA
  • Hardness Medium

X-Bass

Dropshot’s X-Bass is a teardrop was slightly softened this year with the brand’s new EVA pro. Otherwise it is the same as previous year’s versions.

Note that some of our reviewers received models with high balances (28cm) that granted a lot of power and decreased maneuverability while others received models with medium balances (26cm) that were more versatile.

That gives me concern regarding the quality assurance practices at Drop Shot.

Expert Reviews of drop-shot X-Bass

Average score: 8.3 • Based on 3 expert reviews • Last updated: Jun 2023

8.6

Dani 13

Jun 27, 2023

"Very good for those looking for a medium touch diamond without too high of a balance with a long handle. I recommend it for those looking for control at high speeds. It’s a very versatile racket."

Weight: 365g Balance: 26cm

Power

9.0

Control

9.0

Sweet Spot

8.0

7.9

Padel Review

Feb 27, 2023

"Best for high intermediate, advanced players who like to shoot bombs and have the strength and technique to do - its high balance. Dropshot’s EVA Pro is different this year (2023) - it is white (previously black) and softer than last year’s version."

Weight: 352g Balance: 28cm

Power

9.0

Control

8.5

Sweet Spot

8.0

8.3

Padelzoom

Jan 1, 2023

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Power

8.0

Control

8.5

Sweet Spot

8.5

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