DNA Platinum M is an ITTF-approved table tennis rubber, manufactured in Germany, created for professional offensive (OFF+) style players seeking the highest quality materials and exceptional performance. This rubber, part of the Stiga DNA product line, was developed in collaboration with the Chinese national table tennis team, ensuring elite-level standards. The standard topsheet with shorter pimples, combined with a unique rubber composition, provides excellent grip, allowing for shots from difficult angles and generating high spin (~17.5/20) and a curved ball trajectory (8.8/10). The medium-hard 47.5° sponge, reinforced with Power Sponge Cells (PSC) technology, ensures a strong catapult effect, high speed (~20.0/20) and excellent control (~8.8/20), making it suitable for third-ball attacks or play with heavy spin without losing control. The thinner topsheet allows for using a thicker sponge (up to 2.3 mm), which increases speed and power. DNA Platinum M is optimized for ABS balls, and its unique composition ensures long durability and a clear, crisp impact sound. The rubber is available in red and black, complying with ITTF requirements, and in various sponge thicknesses suitable for offensive playing styles.

Compared to DNA Hybrid M (~19.5/20 speed, ~8.8/20 control, ~18.0/20 spin), DNA Platinum M offers slightly higher speed but lower spin while maintaining the same control. Player feedback highlights that the rubber "provides an excellent balance of speed and control," "allows for shots from difficult angles," and "has a clear feel on impact," making it ideal for professional players seeking versatility and power.

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Inverted (Smooth), standard topsheet

• Sponge Hardness: Medium (~47.5°)

• Sponge Thickness: 2.1 mm, 2.2 mm, 2.3 mm

• Speed: 160/100 (~20.0/20 on the general scale)

• Control: ~88/100 (~8.8/20 on the general scale)

• Spin: 140/100 (~17.5/20 on the general scale)

• Trajectory Height: 8.8/10

• Topsheet Properties: Standard, optimized for grip and spin

• Technologies: Power Sponge Cells (PSC), AI-Optimized Design

• Color: Red, Black

• Country of Origin: Germany

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Suitability: Offensive play, topspin strokes, counter-topspin strokes, backspin play, close-to-table and mid-distance play

• Player Level: Professional (Top Level)

Unique Characteristics and Playing Style:

DNA Platinum M is an advanced rubber designed for professional players seeking high speed (~20.0/20), very high spin (~17.5/20) and excellent control (~8.8/20). Its standard topsheet with shorter pimples ensures greater surface contact between the sponge and blade, allowing for intense spin generation and a high ball trajectory (8.8/10), ideal for topspin strokes, aggressive serves and shots from difficult angles. The medium-hard 47.5° sponge, reinforced with Power Sponge Cells (PSC) technology, creates a strong catapult effect that provides additional power to shots while maintaining high control during intense play. The thinner topsheet allows for using a thicker sponge (up to 2.3 mm), which enhances speed and power, especially during third-ball attacks or aggressive topspin strokes.

The rubber is particularly suitable for players who rely on fast topspin strokes, counter-topspin strokes and play with heavy spin, allowing them to easily win rallies at the table or from mid-distance. PSC technology, developed in collaboration with the Chinese national team, optimizes the sponge's pore structure, providing longer ball trajectory and a more aggressive arc in topspin play, along with a clear, crisp impact sound that enhances the feel of the shot. Player feedback emphasizes that the rubber "provides an excellent balance of speed and control," "allows for shots from difficult angles," and "has a clear feel on impact," making it suitable for professional players seeking power and precision.

Topsheet Composition:

The DNA Platinum M topsheet is standard, optimized for excellent grip and spin, with shorter pimples (inverted) that increase surface contact between the sponge and blade. The unique rubber composition ensures very high spin (~17.5/20), especially during topspin strokes, aggressive serves and shots from difficult angles. The thinner topsheet allows for using a thicker sponge, which enhances speed and power. Compared to DNA Hybrid M (~19.5/20 speed, ~8.8/20 control, ~18.0/20 spin), DNA Platinum M offers slightly higher speed but lower spin while maintaining the same control. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~14.5/20 speed, ~8.0/20 control, ~14.5/20 spin), DNA Platinum M has significantly higher speed and spin but better control.

The topsheet ensures excellent grip, allowing for intense spin generation even in complex situations such as counter-topspin strokes or play against heavy backspin. Player feedback highlights that the topsheet is "highly effective in generating spin on topspin shots," "stable when making shots from difficult angles," and "has excellent grip," making it suitable for players who value power and precision. The topsheet is less sensitive to the opponent's spin than tacky rubbers, making serve reception and short play easier. Its durability is high, maintaining grip even under intense use if properly maintained.

Sponge:

DNA Platinum M uses a medium-hard sponge (~47.5°) that balances high speed (~20.0/20), very high spin (~17.5/20) and excellent control (~8.8/20), delivering a "powerful yet controllable feel." Power Sponge Cells (PSC) technology optimizes the sponge's pore structure, ensuring a strong catapult effect and direct feedback, while the unique sponge pores enhance rubber-to-blade contact, producing a clear, crisp impact sound. 

Compared to DNA Hybrid M (~47.5°, ~19.5/20 speed, ~8.8/20 control, ~18.0/20 spin), DNA Platinum M offers slightly higher speed but lower spin while maintaining the same control. Compared to Stiga DNA Pro H (~15.0/20 speed, ~8.8/20 control, ~15.5/20 spin), DNA Platinum M has significantly higher speed and spin but similar control. Player feedback emphasizes that the sponge "provides a strong catapult effect" and "helps generate powerful topspin strokes," especially during close-to-table and mid-distance play.

Spin and Trajectory:

DNA Platinum M features very high spin potential (~17.5/20), especially during topspin strokes, aggressive serves and shots from difficult angles. The standard topsheet with shorter pimples and medium-hard sponge prolong ball contact, enabling intense spin that disrupts opponents, particularly in topspin and counter-topspin exchanges. The rubber's trajectory (8.8/10), optimized by PSC technology, is high and curved, ensuring stable ball flight ideal for topspin strokes, counterattacks and play with heavy spin. Player feedback highlights that the rubber is "excellent for generating spin on topspin shots," "stable when making shots from difficult angles," and "has a controllable trajectory," making it suitable for players who rely on power and precision.

Compared to Donic Bluefire M1 (~14.0/20 spin), DNA Platinum M offers significantly higher spin, making it ideal for players seeking high spin potential.

Control:

DNA Platinum M provides excellent control (~8.8/20) in its category, especially during topspin strokes, serves, backspin shots and blocks. The medium-hard sponge (~47.5°) offers stability in aggressive strokes while being more forgiving on off-center hits than harder rubbers like DNA Hybrid XH (~7.8/20 control). Compared to DNA Hybrid M (~8.8/20 control), DNA Platinum M offers the same control but slightly higher speed and lower spin. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~8.0/20 control), DNA Platinum M offers better control. Player feedback emphasizes that the rubber is "highly controllable on topspin strokes" and "allows for precise ball placement," especially during backspin and counter-topspin play.

Technical Ratings:

• Speed (160/100, ~20.0/20): High speed, suitable for topspin, counter-topspin and backspin shots. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~14.5/20 speed), DNA Platinum M is significantly faster.

• Control (~88/100, ~8.8/20): Excellent control, especially in topspin, serves, backspin and blocks. Compared to Stiga DNA Pro H (~8.8/20 control), DNA Platinum M offers similar control.

• Spin (140/100, ~17.5/20): Very high spin potential, ideal for topspin, aggressive serves and shots from difficult angles. Compared to Butterfly Dignics 09C (~16.5/20 spin), DNA Platinum M generates more spin.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Strokes: 9.6/10 - Extremely effective topspin, especially on forehand, with very high spin and speed.

• Backspin Strokes: 8.7/10 - Effective chops with heavy backspin, easily controlled.

• Blocking: 8.8/10 - Stable against topspin due to standard topsheet and medium-hard sponge.

• Push Shots: 8.9/10 - Precise short-game pushes with disruptive spin.

• Chopping: 8.5/10 - Effective backspin shots for offensive play with defensive elements.

• Counter-Hitting: 9.3/10 - Stable counterattacks with excellent speed-spin balance.

• Smashing: 9.1/10 - Effective attacking shots, especially with 2.3 mm sponge.

• Serves & Receive: 9.0/10 - Effective serve reception and spin generation, easily controlled.

• Flick Shots: 8.9/10 - Stable banana flicks in short play with good spin and control.

Blade Compatibility:

DNA Platinum M pairs well with offensive blades that complement its speed, spin and control:

• Stiga Carbonado 245 (~15.5/20 speed, OFF+): Enhances speed for aggressive offensive play.

• Butterfly Viscaria (~12.5/20 speed, OFF): Complements spin for topspin play.

• Donic Ovtcharov No.1 Senso (~12.0/20 speed, OFF): Balances speed and spin.

• Tibhar Samsonov Force Pro (~13.0/20 speed, OFF): Boosts speed for topspin shots.

• Yasaka Ma Lin Carbon (~12.0/20 speed, OFF): Suits players combining topspin with counterattacks.

It is recommended to use DNA Platinum M on an offensive blade (e.g., Stiga Carbonado 245) for maximum speed and spin or on a balanced blade (e.g., Butterfly Viscaria) for players wanting more control.

Additional Information:

DNA Platinum M is an advanced rubber designed for professional players seeking a combination of high speed (~20.0/20), very high spin (~17.5/20) and excellent control (~8.8/20). Compared to DNA Hybrid M (~19.5/20 speed, ~8.8/20 control, ~18.0/20 spin), it offers slightly higher speed but lower spin while maintaining the same control. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~14.5/20 speed, ~8.0/20 control, ~14.5/20 spin), DNA Platinum M has significantly higher speed and spin with better control.

 The rubber uses Power Sponge Cells (PSC) technology that enhances speed, spin, control and durability. Additionally, DNA Platinum M is lighter than harder rubbers making it suitable for players seeking a lighter setup while maintaining power. The rubber's unique feel and crisp sound, amplified by PSC technology, add a psychological advantage, helping players sense shot depth and accuracy.

For maintenance, clean the surface with a dedicated cleaner (e.g., Stiga Rubber Cleaner) and use a protective film to prevent damage. Due to its standard topsheet, high speed and value-for-money performance, DNA Platinum M is an excellent choice for professional players looking to refine their offensive technique and dominate the game!

Who Is DNA Platinum M For?

DNA Platinum M is designed for professional offensive style players:

• Experienced and professional players (5-15 years experience): Seeking rubber with high speed, very high spin and excellent control.

• Offensive style players: Relying on fast topspin, counter-topspin, backspin shots and third-ball attacks.

• Power and precision-oriented players: Ideal for those wanting to generate intense spin while maintaining high control.

• Forehand and backhand sides: Excellent choice for both sides due to balanced speed and control.

• Close-to-table and mid-distance players: Optimized for powerful topspin and counterattacks from various positions.

Advantages of DNA Platinum M:

• Speed (20.0/20): High speed for topspin, counter-topspin and backspin shots.

• Control (8.8/20): Excellent control in topspin, serves, backspin and blocks.

• Spin (17.5/20): Very high spin potential for topspin, aggressive serves and difficult-angle shots.

• Trajectory (8.8/10): High and curved trajectory ensuring stability and precision.

• Medium-hard sponge: Provides strong catapult effect with controllable feel.

• Standard topsheet: Maximizes grip and spin.

• Unique feel: Deep impact sensation and crisp sound enhanced by PSC technology.

• Lower sensitivity to opponent's spin: Easier serve reception and short play compared to tacky rubbers.

• Durability: High-quality construction with long lifespan when properly maintained.

• Value for money: Professional-level performance at competitive price.

• Certified quality: ITTF-approved for tournament play.

DNA Platinum M is an advanced rubber that combines high speed, very high spin and excellent control, reinforced by Power Sponge Cells technology, giving players the ability to dominate the game. Its medium-hard sponge, standard topsheet and unique feel make it the ideal choice for professional players seeking to maximize power and precision potential!

DNA Platinum M

DNA Platinum M

DNA Platinum M