RASANTER R53

Everyone's rating [Hardness] Hard
[Performance] Speed and Spin to have excellent
RASANTER R53
RASANTER R53 RASANTER R53

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Averages reviews points

  • Rating: 9.49 / 10
  • 49 reviews
    • Speed:9.55
    • Spin:9.53
    • Control:7.96
    R53 - THE BEST RASANTER EVER!

    The new top rubber in the RASANTER family does not just differ in its sponge hardness. With R53, andro opens a new chapter in rubber technology. The R53 is the first rubber with the newly developed andro ENERGY CELL sponge that charges every topspin with outstanding dynamics. In the unforgotten World Cup match between GAUZY and XU XIN, the new sponge caused a stir for the first time. Now the R53 is ready for mass production as a complete system solution with a new top rubber - and is now available for all those who are confident to handle this rubber. The new R53, without a doubt, the sharpest andro rubber of all time.

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    Specifications

    Price
    7,600 Yen(Include tax 8,360 Yen)
    Producer
    Andro
    Product code
    112292
    Customer Reviews SummaryAI Summary
    A high-performance rubber that feels softer than its 53-degree hardness suggests, excelling in both speed and spin. However, it requires strong impact and technical skill to master, with most reviews indicating it is best suited for intermediate-level players and above.
    ■ Frequently Mentioned Points
    • Soft hitting feel despite high hardness, combining speed and spin well
    • Delivers powerful shots when sponge is compressed with strong impact
    • Heavy rubber that demands physical strength and arm power
    • Harder than R48 with superior smashes and drives
    • Difficult to control for intermediate players
    ■ Representative Voices
    ▲ PositiveDespite its hardness, the top sheet feels surprisingly soft. It offers top-class performance in speed, spin, and control all at once. When struck properly, the ball goes exactly where you aim.
    ▽ CriticalThough some say it feels softer than its hardness rating, after using R48 it clearly feels harder. Intermediate players cannot fully master it, and the weight is also a concern, so choosing this rubber carelessly is not advisable.

    Reviews by user

    • STIGA maniac

      STIGA maniac (Experience: 11〜20 years) Somehow matches Timo Boll ALC (just my opinion)

      Reviews by user

      I'm an equipment geek and used to switch rubbers every couple of months. But I've stuck with this one for about a year and a half now. Here's why:
      ● For some reason it just works with a Timo Boll ALC (just my personal take).
      I've used things like 05 and 05 Hard, and they're both good, but 05 feels too soft for me and Hard feels too hard.
      Rasanter R53 sits right in between. So if you're someone looking for something between 05 and 05 Hard, this might click for you. It feels soft for a 53°, but it's still best suited to players closer to advanced level with some power behind their shots.
      By the way, it felt like a completely different rubber from C53. A friend of mine also said, "R53 for forehand, C for backhand, maybe."

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      2022/09/17
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      10
      Spin
      9
      Control
      7
      Hardness Little hard

      Racket recommended use Timo Boll ALC

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    • visitor

      Devoted Rasanter user

      Reviews by user

      This is Rasanter R53. The sponge is quite hard, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's only for advanced players. It gives you a higher arc and a stable shot.

      Who should use this?

      It suits people who like hard rubbers and want to play an orthodox style, players with power behind their strokes, and people who want to win points even in intense rallies. Because it's so hard, not many people can really make full use of it. If you want to try it, go ahead and buy it. It's not that popular though~~

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      2022/07/02
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      10
      Spin
      10
      Control
      10
      Hardness Hard
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    • visitor

      Impressed (Experience: 2〜3 years) Really good

      Reviews by user

      Really good!
      You get both spin and speed.
      It's fast,
      but if you don't use your whole body properly, the ball goes straight into the net.
      This one's for intermediate to advanced players.

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      2022/04/04
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      9
      Spin
      9
      Control
      10
      Hardness Hard

      Racket recommended use SWEDEN EXTRA

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    • Nicki

      Nicki (Experience: 4〜5 years) Topspin machine

      Reviews by user

      It's very grippy on spin, but also extremely fast. If you have great timing and technique, this rubber can be one of the best for topspin. It's great for opening up heavy underspin balls, and counter-looping feels excellent. It's also very well suited to blocking and hard hits.

      2021/11/09
      All
      9/10
      Speed
      9
      Spin
      10
      Control
      7
      Hardness Hard

      Racket recommended use Zhang Jike ALC

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    • visitor

      andro believer (Experience: 2〜3 years) Don't use this lightly

      Reviews by user

      I switched from the 48 wanting more power.
      It's true that you do get some heavy-hitting shots out of it,
      but you need to be able to swing through properly.
      Unless you're around the level of a top-4 finisher at high school prefectural tournaments or better,
      I don't think you can fully handle the 53.
      If you want to enjoy table tennis comfortably, I think 48 or 45 is better.

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      2021/10/04
      All
      8/10
      Speed
      8
      Spin
      8
      Control
      7
      Hardness Little hard

      Racket recommended use TREIBER CI OFF

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    • visitor

      Chichi (Experience: 11〜20 years) Great, but the weight is a drawback

      Reviews by user

      Honestly, it doesn't even feel like it's really a 53.
      Since switching to this rubber, people started telling me my shots got heavier, my spin got better, and my speed got faster.
      For its hardness, it doesn't fly too much, and control is good.
      Both underspin and topspin shots go in reliably.
      And despite being this hard, you can still handle the short game, like stops, with confidence.
      Serves grip well too, no issues there.
      My blade has inner carbon, so I'm using it at 2.0mm.
      Even at 2.0mm it hits just fine.
      If anything, people told me the ball was better than when I was using Ultra Max.
      The one downside is that the rubber is heavy.
      Forehand is R53 at 2.0mm and backhand is Rakza 7 at 2.0mm, and it comes out to exactly 200g.
      This weight would be tough for people who haven't built up muscle yet, or who prefer lighter setups. So if you can generate a solid impact on your forehand, I highly recommend this rubber.

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      2021/10/02
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      10
      Spin
      10
      Control
      8
      Hardness Little hard

      Racket recommended use Tomokazu Harimoto Innerforce ALC

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    • visitor

      Fastarc believer (Experience: 2〜3 years) An outrageous rubber

      Reviews by user

      I've used Tenergy 80, MX-P, Plaxon, and others, but this one is by far the fastest. Explosively fast.
      The spin is also excellent — both serves and drives were super easy to spin heavily.
      I tried it on the backhand too, and blocking and pushing were no problem, and backhand drives could be hit with light effort.

      Out of all the rubbers I've tried, I'd say this is top-tier performance.

      The feel is on the hard side, so I'd recommend it for players who rely a lot on speed drives and angled shots.

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      2021/09/24
      All
      10/10
      Speed
      10
      Spin
      10
      Control
      8
      Hardness Little hard

      Racket recommended use LATIKA

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