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Chorus Shapeshifter-Original 16mm vs Chorus Shapeshifter with 5 grams tungsten tape 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Chorus Shapeshifter-Original 16mm
Chorus Shapeshifter with 5 grams tungsten tape 16mm
Price
$189.99
$189.99
Swing Weight
117
118
Twist Weight
6.61
7
Weight
8.1 oz
8.4 oz
Power
56.8 MPH
57.2 MPH
Pop
36 MPH
35.9 MPH
Spin
2139 RPM
2139 RPM
Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
241mm
237mm
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
Chorus Shapeshifter with 5 grams tungsten tape 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.2 MPH power, 78th percentile spin (2139 RPM), rock-solid stability (87th percentile) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.2 MPH (76th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Good spin generation at 2139 RPM (78th percentile)
- +Exceptional stability — 7 twist weight is 87th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
Cons
- −On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 6%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Power Players
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