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Six Zero Black Diamond Amethyst Pro vs Six Zero Ruby 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Six Zero Black Diamond Amethyst Pro
Six Zero Ruby 16mm
Price
$199
$199
Swing Weight
115
117
Twist Weight
6.72
6.74
Weight
8.2 oz
8.3 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
—
56.9 MPH
Pop
—
35.2 MPH
Spin
—
2181 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
Hybrid
Face
Fiberglass
Composite
Build
Gen 2
Gen 2
Balance
234mm
235.5mm

Six Zero Black Diamond Amethyst Pro

This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a hybrid shape.

Pros

  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −On the heavy side at 8.2 oz (86th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

Beginners

Six Zero Ruby 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 85th percentile spin (2181 RPM) — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 56.9 MPH (66th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2181 RPM — 85th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Lower pop at 35.2 MPH (17th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (87th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
  • −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts

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