“An accessible beginner frame, the Starvie Basalto 2024 is a round, even-balance design at 385 g with an EVA foam core that prioritises ease of play and comfort over performance headroom.”
76/100
PRR Score
Round
Shape
EVA
Core
Even
Balance
Performance
Every metric, scored out of 100.
Power
High74
Control
High70
Maneuverability
Good68
Sweet Spot
Good68
Comfort
Good69
Value
High76
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Power
Control
Maneuverability
Comfort
Sweet Spot
Value
PRR Score
76PRR Score
Inside the frame
What's inside
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CoreEVA
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeRound
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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Weight385g
Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).
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BalanceEven-balance
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
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LevelBeginner
Target player level for this racket.
Scores from around the web
Padeful
86/100
Our verdict
An accessible beginner frame, the Starvie Basalto 2024 is a round, even-balance design at 385 g with an EVA foam core that prioritises ease of play and comfort over performance headroom. Power at 74 and control at 70 describe a balanced frame that builds confidence rather than specialist output. Maneuverability at 68 is modest, and the 385 g weight will feel heavy by the end of longer sessions. A solid first-frame choice for beginners learning the game. PRR score: 76/100.
The round shape gives a genuinely wide, forgiving sweet spot that keeps mishits manageable for beginners, and the EVA core absorbs impact for a comfortable, consistent feel. The even balance stays stable and predictable across all court positions — this is accessible character that builds confidence rather than punishing developing technique. Fast net reactions come a beat slower, so positioning must happen early, and the weight will feel heavy deep into longer sessions; power and control are both honest but modest, without a high performance ceiling.
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