Vulcan Dark Matter Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.1 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Price: $249.99. Swing weight: 112. Twist weight: 5.76. Weight: 7.9 oz. Power: 57.1 MPH. Core: 16mm. Shape: Hybrid. Face: Composite.
Pros
- Above-average power at 57.1 MPH (74th percentile, avg 56.4)
- Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
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Vulcan
Dark Matter
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.1 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a hybrid shape.
$249.99
Find Your MatchHybrid16mm coreCompositeGen 4Firepower HighPower
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
112
29th percentile
Twist Weight
5.76
11th percentile
Weight
7.9 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
57.1 MPH
95th percentile
Pop
36.9 MPH
85th percentile
Balance
237mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.1 MPH (74th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Lead Tape Optimizer
Customize how your Vulcan Dark Matter plays by adding lead tape.