Chorus Shapeshifter EX 16mm vs Chorus Shapeshifter-Original 16mm

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Specs Comparison

Spec

Chorus Shapeshifter EX 16mm

Chorus Shapeshifter-Original 16mm

Price

$179.99

$189.99

Swing Weight

118

117

Twist Weight

6.48

6.61

Weight

7.9 oz

8.1 oz

Core

16mm

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Power

56.9 MPH

56.8 MPH

Pop

36 MPH

Spin

2157 RPM

2139 RPM

Shape

Elongated

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Face

Carbon

Composite

Build

Gen 2

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Balance

244mm

241mm

Chorus Shapeshifter EX 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 81th percentile spin (2157 RPM) — a control option in a elongated shape.

Pros

+Above-average power at 56.9 MPH (66th percentile, avg 56.4)
+Good spin generation at 2157 RPM (81th percentile)
+Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
+Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

−Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
−Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy Players

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Chorus Shapeshifter-Original 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, 78th percentile spin (2139 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

+Good spin generation at 2139 RPM (78th percentile)

Cons

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