The Extreme MP is Actually GOOD Now!

Beckett and Simon review the HEAD Extreme MP Auxetic for 2022. They discover that it deliver excellent power and spin, boasting strong stability and excellent feel when compared with similar racquets like the Babolat Pure Aero, the Pure Drive, the Wilson Clash and Ultra 100's, and Yonex's EZONE 100 and VCORE 100.
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[@stephanpetersen8386]

🙏👍🙏 Has been waiting for this review! Very thankful...!! Keep up the GREAT work guys 🙌

[@TennCom]

Thanks so much! More coming.

[@gnerd07]

Best tennis reviews on KZbin. Nuff said.

[@Javi_C]

Thanks for the review!

[@gregiffer]

Love the production quality and depth of this review! Keep it up! So is Beckett choosing the MP over the Tour 🤔

[@TennCom]

Thanks for your continued support SCTB!

[@bigfish1676]

Bludgeoning to Beckett's throat... hilarious 😆 Keep up the good work!

[@Sep45]

Nicely done, boys!

[@hobbyfuntennis6287]

Thx for the great content!!!

[@TennCom]

Thanks so much for your support!

[@jontip]

Outstanding review. Would love to hear a showdown between this, the PA23 and Vcore 100 ‘21 as they’re so similar.

[@TennCom]

Thanks so much for your support Jonti! Content is coming on the new PA, just waiting for my copy to ship.

[@Bambotb]

How did you donate

[@TennCom]

@@Bambotb there's a button beside the like button called "super thanks!"

[@benjaminjensen111]

The 2022 Instinct 360+ (CPI 600) 322 gr. strung with overgrip and vibra-dampener looks very interesting with 320-330 swingweight and Ra 62 and even balance-ish. That paired with some Head Lynx Tour grippy string at 52 lbs, then maybe a spinny + power + control stick for the advanced people with large pocket holes.

[@peejread2309]

Great review. Are you going to review the new 2023 pure aero? Do you know when courtside sports will get theirs? Thanks

[@TennCom]

They have demos available now, but the stock isn't in yet. I believe it's shipped from Babolat. If you give them a call now, they should put one aside for you. I assume they will be mostly gone after a week or so.

[@eujhin24789]

Thanks for this review guys. I wonder if you guys have tried the auxetic speed mp and how it compares to the auxetic extreme mp.

[@TennCom]

havent tried the MP yet mainly due to our disappointment with the Speed Pro.

[@uchihasasuke7436]

I love heavy players rackets, but I actually really enjoyed the MP. Much more so than any APD/PA I've tried. Pretty great racket

[@TennCom]

Yeah the feel is so much more connected than recent PA's

[@uchihasasuke7436]

@@TennCom I was pretty shocked at how much I liked it, also liked it WAY better then the tour, even though it's closer to my spec

[@jesuscamargo6820]

Extreme mp 2022 or babolat pure aero 2022??

[@lucillecuell2073]

Thanks!

[@TennCom]

Thanks Lu!

[@schoenlinggwunderbar]

Awesome review. How would you compare the new EMP to the Pure Aero 2019? I used to play with that racket and loved the spin, but it lacked control and predictability when flattening out shots. I tried the new Aero 2022 but hated the feel. It's completely changed the feel, way less pop, super tinny feel. Would the EMP be the perfect fit?

[@TennCom]

I haven’t spent enough recent time with the PA 2019 to say much. Primary difference should be launch angle. PA has a much more open 16x19 and should have a higher launch angle. I also remember the feel to be too muted where as the EMP is more solid and responsive

[@schoenlinggwunderbar]

@@TennCom thx 🙏 I think I’m gonna try the aero vs first and see if it fits. Should hopefully be the same feel but more control.

[@thomaskuhn6541]

Between the Extreme MP and the Ezone 100, which would you pick for a player with flatter strokes and a 1 handed backhand - or would neither be a great choice?

[@TennCom]

EZONE 100 IMO. The Extreme is a bit clubby I think and would feel to slow for a 1hbh. Both are similarly good on flat shots though.

[@edx1000]

Hello. Do you think that in terms of forgiveness the gravity MP auxetic is so much better than the extreme tour and extreme MP or are they similar? Which do you think is better in general for those who like a control racket, with feel, and hit more from the back of the court with a straighter hit and medium spin?

[@TennCom]

The Extreme MP is significantly more forgiving than both. From what you describe, I think the Radical MP would be a very good choice. Lots of control and great for flattish hitters. Very connected feel.

[@johnnacke4134]

Beckett, I have my eye on a Team racket for the first time : Head Auxetic Extreme Team. I’m a 4.0 singles player, but I am also 74, so I don’t find myself facing heavy hitters often. I would like to go lighter… Are these Team versions just for beginners or juniors in transition?…. Do you know any 4.0 or higher who play with Teams??? What do you think?

[@TennCom]

I’ve seen players your age/level play with L versions of Yonex and Wilson, and the MxG 7 from Head (possibly the only player in the world to use MxG). The thick beam and slightly larger head size gives power and stability, but the light weight helps them maintain a high swing speed so they can play with good spin and continue to be “tricky old men.” I think Team versions are totally fine for players like you, but I haven’t actually tried it before.

[@Andre-qm6we]

Hey guys, I found the 360+ version very good, nevertheless I am playing right now with the Boom MP. I am really surprised by the solidness of the new lighter rackets. I am 43 and about an 5.5 NTRP compared to Germany. Playing most of the yeat in clay, you really need the spin potential. A comparison between both would be great. Best wishes

[@TennCom]

Thanks Andre! Unfortunately I won't be doing a direct comparison with the Boom MP unless someone sends me a free one. I am getting more interested in the Boom MP, as I've been hearing more stories of advanced players like you switching to it, but it's just not an interesting frame to me. I've also been thrilled will how much better a lot of the lighter racquets have become in the past 10 years. I think if I was playing mostly on clay right now, I would switch the the Extreme MP, pending the release of the 2023 Pure Aero.

[@klauswinzig4997]

So, today I ordered the Extreme MP and will compare it with the new pure Aero. I will string and customise it like my Aero. I am excited.

[@TennCom]

Very epic

[@marianotrobajo6921]

So? Which one do you like most?

[@klauswinzig4997]

@@marianotrobajo6921 I do prefer the new aero. It fits my one handed backhand well.

[@marianotrobajo6921]

@@klauswinzig4997 Thanks! 98 or 100?

[@klauswinzig4997]

@@marianotrobajo6921 100

[@lerrjlee9347]

Hi, are your potential energy/weight distribution charts availiable on your website?

[@TennCom]

Not yet. I haven't figured out an elegant way to integrate a searchable table into Square Space yet.

[@adriellepretre9047]

A lot of rackets coming out. This Extreme looks interesting but seems you say it’s pretty powerful. So I need some control also. I tend to hit long when I swing all out with tweeners. I’m thinking on going back to the Yonex Vcore Pro 100. Very predictable racket. Good control and power balance.. Big sweet spot. And use some Grapplesnake string.

[@TennCom]

Yeah I can barely keep track of all these releases!

[@drewkim89]

got my demos of the MP and the Tour and having the hardest time deciding between the two. both improved my baseline play to unprecedented levels. i've never had such ease destroying the ball from the baseline. i did struggle at the net a bit but i feel that will improve in time as i adjust to the racquet. however I cannot figure out which one i like more. any tips on deciding between the two?

[@TennCom]

Since it sounds like both suit your game I'd go with whichever you like to look at better. But imo the MP is the stronger choice based on my experience so far

[@ivanlopza]

How much is the stiffness of these racks according to your specifications?

[@TennCom]

I don’t have any way to measure stiffness

[@berntfuruberg9423]

Hi I use the older red/black wilson pro staff 97 (with led / 330g SW) from a couple years ago. I want better sweetspot for my D.backhand and some easier depth overall. I'm a 5.0 player. I play aggressive from the baseline. I've been considering switching to the extreme tour or the ezone 98 but now you made me confused. I can demo 2 rackets should I go for extreme tour + MP or tour + ezone?? Love your content!!

[@TennCom]

TBH I barely remember hitting with that version of the Pro Staff. The last PS97 I really remember using is the outgoing model, and that was back in Oct 2020, so its tough to give a very good comparison. I dont think that you'll like the Auxetic Extreme Tour. From what I remember, the older PS97s have a very consistent flex which keeps them very predictable, especially against big hitters. The Auxetic Extreme Tour will not do that for you. The 360+ version would, but Im not sure it's going to be enough of an increase in forgiveness for you. I would instead recommend trying the Radical MP. It sits very nicely between the Auxetic Extreme MP and the 360+ Extreme Tour, meaning it gets some of that forgiveness from the AEMP without it being quite a launchy. You'll also get that very responsive and communicative feel from the 360+ which is more reminiscent of older racquets. So I would try the Radical MP and the EZONE 98. Make sure you have some lead tape on hand though, as you'll want to bump up the swingweight for the demos.

[@berntfuruberg9423]

@@TennCom Thanks for awesome reply. Will probably try the radical MP and the Ezone 98. Need to ask: Would you consider the extreme tour a good choice if I like the Wilson PS97 but want more easy depth and spin?

[@TennCom]

@@berntfuruberg9423 I don't think you will enjoy the new Auxetic version, but if you can find some Graphene 360+ versions, then I think yes. But I don't think the increase in depth and spin potential is maybe 5-10% more at the same swingweight. Both the PS97 and ET360+ have a boardy-ness which leads to a very consistent stringbed. The Auxetic ET doesn't have that. It's more flexy and slongshoty like a Clash.

[@berntfuruberg9423]

@@TennCom thank you so much for your expertise!

[@adriellepretre9047]

How does it compare with the vcore 100? The mp 360 has untamable power, I suppose these denser string change that somewhat. But i think the vcore 100 May be a bit more predictable. Am I just guessing as I have not used the mp auxetic. Lately I’m somewhat thinking of these extremes with the same mindset as with the Aeros which don’t give me confidence as to where I hit my shots.

[@TennCom]

The Extreme MP is v confidence insiring and i dont have enough time with VC100 to say much about it

[@johnnacke893]

I just got the new Head Auxetic Extreme Team…. A bit too light for me… I hit a one- handed backhand, hit with some FH topspin ( SW grip)… like to drive flat…. Big slice and touch… I’m a 4.0 senior singles player…Which of the following would you rec for me: Head auxetic Extreme mp or tour, or the new pure aero? Great reviews! Ciao, John

[@TennCom]

we are loving the new Pure Aero. I think it's got better directional control than the Extreme MP and stability is up there too. It comes through the air with the speed of the Extreme Tour but its got the forgiveness of the MP. Such as good frame I am considering a switch.

[@johnnacke2017]

The Extreme mp and Pure Aero specs are almost identical, so how are they different, is one easier than the other? If you don’t connect with one, can you assume that you won’t connect with the other???🎾🎾You guys are great!

[@TennCom]

Thanks John! I would say that if you are looking for a 100 square inch power racquet, then one of these will work for you. Once you spend some time with both of these racquets, they differences become more clear, and I suspect players will choose one over the other depending on their preferences and swing type. I suspect that in general, the older demographic will prefer the Extreme due to the more raw feel, reminiscent of older racquets, where the Aero feels very modern and muted.

[@yanoz225]

10:01 you guys really go all the way for the reviews

[@cosminpantelimon1664]

Hello! Now it s up in your Tier List or remain at C level? :) Thanks!

[@TennCom]

I would push it up to B or even a low A. I think it offers something pretty unique in the 100 square inch market with the combination of maneuverability and decent feel.

[@denniscai6895]

Hi Beckett, im deciding on a new intermediate racket. which one you recommend more. Ezone 100 or extreme mp?

[@TennCom]

I think I would buy the EZONE 100. Its got just a slightly more solid feel and feels more confident on off-centre balls.

[@denniscai6895]

@@TennCom thanks for the input Beckett

[@mxxo4239]

Is it different enough from the previous head extreme 360 mp?

[@TennCom]

I find it to be significantly better, primarily due to the feel. I found the 360 to be tinny, hollow and disconnected. This one feels much more solid.

[@klauswinzig4997]

For me as a one handed backhand Player I need an advice. Do I should choose the MP or the Tour?

[@TennCom]

Tour all day. MP is a bit clubby for 1hbh

[@klauswinzig4997]

@@TennCom thank you

[@MarcusNestor]

Hi! How have you created the racket shelf at 00:35? It looks great man!

[@TennCom]

It's built from a bunch of Ikea stuff. Main shelf is an Ivar unit. Back brace is a kitchen towel rack. Front lip is a look handle built for their Pax closets. Lighting is general garage lighting off Amazon.

[@MarcusNestor]

@@TennCom thanks man! Looks great. Then IKEA it will be. I’m from Sweden, so there are nearby stores everywhere 😃

[@TennCom]

@@MarcusNestor One thing to note is that it's not the most stable display, as nothing really holds the racquets up. The racquets don't fall off the shelf, but rather they fall to the side, like books on a bookshelf. I'm yet to figure out something elegant yet lazy to solve this problem.

[@MarcusNestor]

@@TennCom ok I see 👍🏼 I will try to come up with a solution. Right now I’m using a stand for a a laundry bag from IKEA (jäll)

[@Le-Chuck]

Hi. Will or could you make a video comparing the speed mp and the extreme mp ? Would be great and helpfull !!! 😋👍

[@TennCom]

Probably not. We are low on $ after buying the Extremes, APD and the ISO Tecnifibre. Plus after trying the Pro, I'm just not excited about the Speeds at all.

[@Le-Chuck]

@@TennCom oh ok. Its true that racquets are now too expensive. I read that speed mp auxetic are better (more solid/stable and control with juste à bit less spin) than extrem but I would have prefered your opinion on that.

[@TennCom]

there has definitely been quite a lot of interest on the Speed MP, so its a possibility that we review it at some point, but its not likely in the cards for at least a few more months. One of the reasons i have cared to review it: i think the layup is basically the same between the Pro and the MP. They have the same flex and the same twistweight. I think the only difference is weight in the handle and the tighter string pattern, which leads me to believe that the MP likely suffers from the same instability issues we found with the Pro. Given the specs, I don't really see how the Speed MP could possibly be more stable that the Extreme MP, unless someone got review units that were way off spec (which is totally possible). Higher stiffness and thicker beam suggest that the Extreme MP should be more stable all day long. I would much prefer to use the Extreme MP over the Speed Pro due to better stability and a more predictable launch angle, even if the launch angle was higher

[@Le-Chuck]

@@TennCom hi. Yes that s a good point. You must be right. The extreme mp makes me afraid because if the possible over power it could have (I had the former model and it was powerful, not so stable and with vibrations). I also had a ezone (the first with VDM si not thé last one) and it was stiff and to powerful. What you Say in the video show that i should try the New one (extrême mp). I tried the speed and find it pretty good in every aspects so if the extrême is better...

[@TennCom]

@@Le-Chuck Yeah the Extreme is still quite powerful even if the vibrations are much better now. If the EZONE 100 was too much, I think the Exterme MP will be too powerful as well.

[@mccclafnyc]

Simon has mastered the Djokosmash

[@TennCom]

Djokovic has always been a hero to Simon (idk why) and aspire to mimic every part of "the GOAT's" game.

[@mccclafnyc]

@@TennCom it’s because Simon has excellent taste in tennis players, whereas Beckett only has excellent taste in shirts 👕

[@alastairtheduke]

Simon, why is your right sock longer than the left?

[@TennCom]

My stupid right shoe absolutely ate my Achilles skin so I had to bandage it up and luckily had a pair of long socks. I was too lazy to undue both shoes tho

[@alastairtheduke]

@@TennCom Shoe review video in the future perhaps?

[@robalberts]

Thanks

[@robalberts]

Am enjoying the MP immensely, immediately, a real pick-up-and play racq. Agree with what you say: improved version, Aux works, great power in a tighter sweetspot. Think it's gonna be a serving monster....! Not added lead yet.

[@TennCom]

Thanks for the donation! I think if you get one on-spec, it's pretty much good to go without lead for most players. Would love to hear how you lead yours up if you ever decide to go that route!

[@tennis-fan]

Great sound

[@TennCom]

omg thank you so much i tried so hard on the sound design!

[@kytriesstuff]

Comment for the algo Great video Beckett! The formatting is getting much better! Love the b roll. Keep em coming! Hope to see some technifibre reviews soon! The new T-fight paint job is butter🤤

[@TennCom]

Thanks Kyle! We've got an ISO 305 on order, but we are still waiting for the distributor to receive their batch.

[@benjaminjensen111]

Please explain: "launch angle"

[@TennCom]

Launch angle refers to the rebound angle of ball off the stringbed. Higher launch angles lead to higher net clearance and easier depth. Their are typically found in more open patterned racquets. Lower launches angles (lower rebound angle of the ball off the stringbed) lead to lower net clearances and less depth, assuming the ball speed and spin is the same. Of course, strings and tension affect the launch angle as well.

[@andrehalim469]

this or speed mp please?

[@TennCom]

This all day long

[@klauswinzig4997]

In my opinion, the extreme creates easier spin than the new pure aero. The extreme maybe is a little bit more dampend. The sweetspot feels sweet. Like both rackets. Maybe the extreme performs better for a one handed backhand.

[@TennCom]

Ugh I don’t think I’ll get my Aero till November :’(

[@klauswinzig4997]

@@TennCom puh , that is sad.

[@j.j8312]

Is it just me or does Simon sound very awkward from 13:15 to the end of the video? Anyways thanks for all your reviews, best on KZbin - from Canada

[@qhkqchk2920]

Hello. I'm using a graphene touch speed mp. Will the extreme mp or the boom mp be a better choice for me? I actually the heavier feel of the speed pro but want something with more spin. Thanksb

[@TennCom]

I have no idea tbh. I barely remember the GT Speed MP and I only remember really disliking it. I haven't tried the Boom MP, but I did really like the Extreme MP. The Extreme Tour 360+ might actually be a bit more similar to the GT Speed MP, as I remember that racquet being quite boardy feeling. Sorry I can't offer better insight.

[@qhkqchk2920]

Ya the GT Speed MP is quite a plank to hit with. I probably get the new extreme mp in this case. Thanks for the reply

[@qhkqchk2920]

Just got the racquet with hyper G 17G. Definitely much more comfortable that the GT speed mp and serves are so much more comfortable now

[@alfandosavant4639]

Wait wait... 2gr lead at 12 only increases 1pt of swingweight?? Isn't it like, 1gr weight at 12 adds 3pts swingweight?

[@TennCom]

No ours wasn’t 322 SW, that’s what TW’s avg was

[@sportscastercanada]

How does it compare to the 2018 model?

[@TennCom]

I don't have anything that detailed to say because I basically hated the feel of the 2018 version. I remember hitting it in preparation for my 360+ Extreme review with Courtside and feeling like the 360+ was a noticeable improvement over the 360 in nearly everyway.

[@matteo4413]

10:00 ayo? 🤣

[@TennCom]

This took way too many takes 🤣

[@yeetsquad9380]

the copy writing on these videos are so good hahaha

[@TennCom]

thank you so much hahaha

[@mindaugasbogusevicius3196]

Just, sold my Boom’s MP for getting new EXT Tour Auxetic and have played with it 2hours already (Sniper Tour 24/23kg), but now you have mixed my mind with new EXT MP 🙈😁 The only doubt what I have about EXT MP Auxetic that it can be more stiff than Tour Auxetic and weight distribution would be more at the head, that is not very good for my shoulder which had a surgery a year ago. Or not ? 🙈😁

[@TennCom]

I think you make the right call. The MP is a lot of racquet to have to maneuver on serves and not worth aggravating your shoulder for.

[@egorpyntja9774]

extreme mp more powerful than speed mp, isn‘t it?! head‘s cpi tells both 500 😩

[@TennCom]

CPI is BS. Head just shifted both the Exrtreme Tour and the MP down by 100 points this year even though nothing really changed about power levels. I havent tried the Speed MP but I can't see how it could be more powerful than the Extreme.

[@luciopasqualetto3005]

@@TennCom what about the control of new extreme mp compared to Speed mp?

[@TennCom]

@@luciopasqualetto3005 typo above (now edited) I have not tried the speed mp

[@mteca5093]

20mm gravity pro is more stable then new 23mm speed pro .....you put lead on this raket so put some lead on speed pro

[@TennCom]

We did and it still didn't fix the problem for us. I know that putting lead at 3 and 9 on the Speed Pro would have helped with stability a lot, but lead at that position is just never good for my game so I don't bother.

[@mteca5093]

@@TennCom what does couple grams at 3n9 do thats bad for you

[@andrewhwang8951]

Thanks!

[@TennCom]

Thanks so much for your support Andrew!

[@daniel10s]

Thanks!

[@TennCom]

Thank you, Daniel!!