Mizuno Q Quality a cheap and performant tensor that matches Tenergy 05 at half price

[mikeytt]

Its a great rubber - so is Q Power, which is my favourite FH rubber right now.

I was reading yourself and Zwill raving about Q Power in this thread before purchasing Qquality 😂 The quite harder sponge and heavier weight (i assume) put me off a little however I'll definitely be looking to try it at some point as Mizuno have really impressed me so far

 

[Wrighty67]

I was reading yourself and Zwill raving about Q Power in this thread before purchasing Qquality 😂 The quite harder sponge and heavier weight (i assume) put me off a little however I'll definitely be looking to try it at some point as Mizuno have really impressed me so far

It feels softer than the 52.5 that it is - more like 50 or so (Similar to Bluestar A2) and also not that heavy (lighter than D09C I have on my other blade) I feel it just has a little more control and top end than QQ. I didn’t like Q5 however as it was too lively.

 

[Bilge Dogan]

Its a great rubber - so is Q Power, which is my favourite FH rubber right now.

Hi what are the benefits of Q Power over QQ on FH? Topsheet is same or not ?

 

[Wrighty67]

Hi what are the benefits of Q Power over QQ on FH? Topsheet is same or not ?

I am not sure on the top sheet, but it does not feel the same. I guess it depends on what you like - if you are looking for a medium sponge rubber, closer to T05 then QQ is a good bet. If you prefer a harder sponge like D09c or R53 then Q Power is better. I prefer the balance between power and control with Q power - it just feels better to me as a FH dominant player, yet remains accessible given it’s 52.5 deg sponge.

 

[qlldominic]

I just remembered about the Xiom Vega Europe, that is a nice intermediate rubber too.
But honestly I don't think its price can compete with Q1, Q1 is like 3600JPY ~24-5EUR. Sure shipping is probably double from Japan than from EU in cost and there is also VAT and some duty fee, but I doubt that Vega Europe can be bought for less than 30EUR in EU.

I am not sure on the top sheet, but it does not feel the same. I guess it depends on what you like - if you are looking for a medium sponge rubber, closer to T05 then QQ is a good bet. If you prefer a harder sponge like D09c or R53 then Q Power is better. I prefer the balance between power and control with Q power - it just feels better to me as a FH dominant player, yet remains accessible given it’s 52.5 deg sponge.

Hey guys, What are your thoughts while comparing Z2 and Q power on Forehand? As a Penhold player, weight is quite significantly important to me. Currently, I have Mantra Pro XH on FH and V>11 E on BH(total weight 178g). I tried to upgrade my BH rubber to Z2 recently and couldn't handle the total weight of 188g.

I have decided to replace my FH with Z2 max, which I had a good experience with, so I could have more room to upgrade the BH; I am currently l am thinking about the QQ. Your experience with Q Power sounds very tempting. BTW, I weighed my spare Mantra XH the other day, it weighs 78 g.

 

[mikeytt]

Hey guys, What are your thoughts while comparing Z2 and Q power on Forehand (total weight 178g)? As a Penhold player, weight is quite significantly important to me. Currently, I have Mantra Pro XH on FH and V>11 E on BH. I tried to upgrade my BH rubber to Z2 recently and couldn't handle the total weight of 188g.

I have decided to replace my FH with Z2 max, which I had a good experience with, so I could have more room to upgrade the BH; I am currently l am thinking about the QQ. Your experience with Q Power sounds very tempting. BTW, I weighed my spare Mantra XH the other day, it weighs 78 g.

I've been using QQuality for some months now (fantastic rubber btw) , I wouldn't class it as a lightweight rubber but it's not overly heavy either. I've had a few black 2.1 sheets cut to a mizuno fortius FT blade weighing around 50g, and 2.1 Red sheets are 49g.

Uncut 2.1 Qquality Black = 68g
Uncut 2.1 Qquality Red = 67g

 

[qlldominic]

I've been using QQuality for some months now (fantastic rubber btw) , I wouldn't class it as a lightweight rubber but it's not overly heavy either. I've had a few black 2.1 sheets cut to a mizuno fortius FT blade weighing around 50g, and 2.1 Red sheets are 49g.

Uncut 2.1 Qquality Black = 68g
Uncut 2.1 Qquality Red = 67g

My experience with Z2 is pretty similar, I haven't got a chance to weight but the black is heavier than the red.

 

[Zwill]

My experience with Z2 is pretty similar, I haven't got a chance to weight but the black is heavier than the red.

Q Power is a bit lighter than the Mantra XH.
The Mantra Pro M is lighter than QQ and H2 and for me it's a much better BH rubber.

But for just FH use I think the QQ is better than Mantra Pro M since QQ has this hard feeling when you hit it harder. But of course it depends on playing style too. My clubmates use the Mantra M on their FH with great success.

 

[qlldominic]

I've been using QQuality for some months now (fantastic rubber btw) , I wouldn't class it as a lightweight rubber but it's not overly heavy either. I've had a few black 2.1 sheets cut to a mizuno fortius FT blade weighing around 50g, and 2.1 Red sheets are 49g.

Uncut 2.1 Qquality Black = 68g
Uncut 2.1 Qquality Red = 67g

Q Power is a bit lighter than the Mantra XH.
The Mantra Pro M is lighter than QQ and H2 and for me it's a much better BH rubber.

But for just FH use I think the QQ is better than Mantra Pro M since QQ has this hard feeling when you hit it harder. But of course it depends on playing style too. My clubmates use the Mantra M on their FH with great success.

Guys, I was was asking for comparison between Q power and Z2 on FH.

 

[Wrighty67]

Hey guys, What are your thoughts while comparing Z2 and Q power on Forehand (total weight 178g)? As a Penhold player, weight is quite significantly important to me. Currently, I have Mantra Pro XH on FH and V>11 E on BH. I tried to upgrade my BH rubber to Z2 recently and couldn't handle the total weight of 188g.

I have decided to replace my FH with Z2 max, which I had a good experience with, so I could have more room to upgrade the BH; I am currently l am thinking about the QQ. Your experience with Q Power sounds very tempting. BTW, I weighed my spare Mantra XH the other day, it weighs 78 g.

I think QP is a good FH rubber - I preferred it to both QQ and Z2 as it is less bouncy and a little harder (on it’s way to D09c territory) It is heavier however so this may be a problem for you.

 

[qlldominic]

I think QP is a good FH rubber - I preferred it to both QQ and Z2 as it is less bouncy and a little harder (on it’s way to D09c territory) It is heavier however so this may be a problem for you.

yeah I guess I have to stuck with my old plan, after all I found z2 is a little bit too hard for backhand, especially the black color

 

[june]

Can you post any pics?
How is this rubber affected by humidity?

Not OP but this Mizuno rubber is the most humidity-resistant rubber I have ever seen. I seem to have uncommonly sweaty hands and always have problems on my backhand with moisture accumulating and causing the ball to slip. Mizuno Q Quality is the first rubber I have tried which I could truly trust to always grip the ball as long as I do my part. Tenergy, XIOM rubbers, and Fastarc G1 all gave me problems with looking at the rubber after the ball unexpectedly dropped straight down and seeing a wet circle on the rubber. This Mizuno rubber certainly has some shortcomings but as far as humidity resistance goes, it has to be best-in-class.

 

[Migzkulit]

Could you compare V>15 extra and Q Quality? I'm buying some stuff from Japan and I might as well look into Q-Quality.
Currently, O7Pro is my benchmark but I've used V>15 the most.

(On TMXi Pro if you can)
I don't know if TMXi Pro is softer/harder feeling than W968.

 

[Migzkulit]

Gonna try out Q-Quality today in matchplay.
Q-Quality is what I think Fastarc G-1 should be.
It feels much better to use than G1 on both sides. The grip is just more available compared to fastarc like on brush loops/contact.

 

[Tinykin]

Not OP but this Mizuno rubber is the most humidity-resistant rubber I have ever seen. I seem to have uncommonly sweaty hands and always have problems on my backhand with moisture accumulating and causing the ball to slip. Mizuno Q Quality is the first rubber I have tried which I could truly trust to always grip the ball as long as I do my part. Tenergy, XIOM rubbers, and Fastarc G1 all gave me problems with looking at the rubber after the ball unexpectedly dropped straight down and seeing a wet circle on the rubber. This Mizuno rubber certainly has some shortcomings but as far as humidity resistance goes, it

I usually assume that a wet circle on my bat means that my opponent has either deliberately or accidentally made the ball wet.

 

[Migzkulit]

Q-Quality is very bouncy.
Same juice as Dignics to me.
Feels like dignics.
It works

 

[Zwill]

Gonna try out Q-Quality today in matchplay.
Q-Quality is what I think Fastarc G-1 should be.
It feels much better to use than G1 on both sides. The grip is just more available compared to fastarc like on brush loops/contact.

I think Mantra Pro M is like the perfectly boosted G-1. QQ in backhand side was a bit hard for me to deal with for some reason. Like it didn't want to bounce as much, especially with weaker strokes. Mantra Pro M doesn't have this issue. For forehand I still think QQ is better than Mantra Pro M but XH is much better.
But QQ still a very good rubber and both indeed are good in humid conditions.

Something similar from ESN would be the V15 Extra and Rakza X or boosted G-1.

 

[Migzkulit]

I prefer Q-Quality over Fastarc and V>15 on backhand.
I kinda hate fastarc on forehand.
V>15 vs Q-Quality on forehand, I wouldn't use either since I hit too hard for those rubbers.

Q-Quality on my backhand feels so solid, I tend to go long on the shots but the feeling of grip is incredible.
It's already plenty fast since TMXi Pro is no joke.

*1.9mm Q-Quality Red
If it was 2.1 i'd be 💀

 

[kevin.c]

I prefer Q-Quality over Fastarc and V>15 on backhand.
I kinda hate fastarc on forehand.
V>15 vs Q-Quality on forehand, I wouldn't use either since I hit too hard for those rubbers.

Q-Quality on my backhand feels so solid, I tend to go long on the shots but the feeling of grip is incredible.
It's already plenty fast since TMXi Pro is no joke.

*1.9mm Q-Quality Red
If it was 2.1 i'd be 💀

What's your review Q Quality vs Omega 7 pro on TMXi Pro. Which would you rate higher and why? Does it have catapult like o7pro?

 

[Migzkulit]

What's your review Q Quality vs Omega 7 pro on TMXi Pro. Which would you rate higher and why? Does it have catapult like o7pro?

I've pivoted from Q-Quality due to how long it takes for me to get one in emergencies.
But I would recommend the Omega 7 Pro more. They both have catapult similar to each other but the feeling of how it happens is different. Omega 7 Pro feels more like you're eating the ball since its softer. Q-Quality feels more akin to a harder topsheet Tenergy which makes for many mistakes.