The V-Cell 9 updates the V-Feel 9 with a softer and more responsive feel but keeps the speedy and spin-friendly precision of the previous generation. At 11.5 ounces strung, this racquet is weighted for intermediate and advanced players. It also packs a thick 23-26mm beam, giving it the crisp, solid and lively response that has come to define the best modern player's racquets. For 2020, Volkl has lowered the RA-stiffness, resulting in a welcomed boost in feel and pocketing. This update also adds extra V-Cell material (a cellulose based carbon) to the shaft and head for a more comfortable, stable and responsive hitting experience.Like the previous generation, this racquet's butt cap and REVA based handle system have been meticulously designed to deliver a smoother, more arm-friendly feel at impact. From the baseline the V-Cell 9 not only feels firm, lively and precise, but it also pack a speedy sub-320 RDC swingweight. The speedy feel not only makes it easier for you to scramble on defense or hit winners on the run, it also translates seamlessly into vicious stroke speed, resulting in juicer levels of pace and spin. At net the V-Cell 9 has adequate stability, and it comes around fast to deliver a crisp and lively feel. On serve, the combination of speed, spin and precision will bring out your aggressive side. With some incremental updates to the feel, the V-Cell 9 continues to offer intermediate and advanced players an impressive combination of speed, spin, power and precision.