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Chorus Coda vs Ronbus NOVA R2 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Chorus Coda
Ronbus NOVA R2 16mm
Price
$174.99
$180
Swing Weight
111
108
Twist Weight
6.59
6.58
Weight
7.8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
56.6 MPH
56.4 MPH
Pop
36.6 MPH
36.1 MPH
Spin
2089 RPM
2127 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
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Face
Composite
Composite
Build
Gen 4
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Balance
236mm
236mm

Chorus Coda

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all court option in a hybrid shape.

Pros

  • +Solid pop at 36.6 MPH (65th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Good spin generation at 2089 RPM (66th percentile)
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
  • +Competitive price at $174.99 (below the $197 average)
  • +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament PlayersDoubles SpecialistsPlayers with Arm Issues

Ronbus NOVA R2 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.4 MPH power, 76th percentile spin (2127 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Good spin generation at 2127 RPM (76th percentile)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 108 is in the 17th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver

Cons

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