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Adidas Adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.4

The Metalbone Carbon CTRL 3.4 is built around precision, delivering a control-first experience that intermediate players can genuinely exploit.

PRR Score81/100
Facecarbon-3k
Balanceeven
Adidas Adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.4 padel racket — hybrid shape
Performance

Every metric, scored out of 100.

Power
High72
Control
Very High88
Maneuverability
High78
Sweet Spot
Very High80
Comfort
High74
Value
High72
PRR Score
81PRR Score
The verdict

The Metalbone Carbon CTRL 3.4 is built around precision, delivering a control-first experience that intermediate players can genuinely exploit. Its 88 control rating makes it a reliable tool for dictating rallies and placing shots with confidence. Power sits at a modest 72, so don't expect easy winners from the back court. Comfort is decent but not exceptional, meaning extended sessions may expose its limitations for sensitive arms.

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What we loved
Exceptional control rating for surgical shot placement
Versatile enough to suit multiple playing styles
Adidas Metalbone pedigree brings proven build quality
Ideal stepping stone for intermediates leveling up
Worth knowing
Low power output demands strong technique for winners
Unknown specs make it harder to assess before buying
Comfort at 74 may fatigue arm over long matches
Inside the frame

What's inside

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Face weavecarbon-3k

Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.

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Coreeva-foam

Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.

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ShapeHybrid · even

Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance point.

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Surfacecarbon-3k

The texture and finish of the outer face.

Carbon grade
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Full specification
ShapeHybrid
BalanceEven
Face weaveCarbon-3k
Core materialEva-foam
Surface textureCarbon-3k
Player levelIntermediate
Playing styleControl
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