“The Defy LS trims weight to 355g against the standard Defy Pro's fuller build, keeping the line's head-heavy, power-first identity while making it a touch easier to handle through fast exchanges.”
Defy Ls V1 Special Edition355g · Head-heavy · Foam
75/100
PRR Score
Diamond
Shape
Foam
Core
Head-heavy
Balance
Performance
Power, Control & Comfort Scores
Power
Very High82
Control
Good68
Maneuverability
High72
Sweet Spot
Good66
Comfort
High70
Value
High70
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Power
Control
Maneuverability
Comfort
Sweet Spot
Value
PRR Score
75PRR Score
Inside the frame
Defy Ls V1 Special Edition Specs
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CoreFoam
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeDiamond
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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SurfaceFibreglass
The texture of the outer face.
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Weight355g
Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).
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BalanceHead-heavy
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
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LevelAdvanced
Target player level for this racket.
Our verdict
The Defy LS trims weight to 355g against the standard Defy Pro's fuller build, keeping the line's head-heavy, power-first identity while making it a touch easier to handle through fast exchanges. It's an advanced-level power frame - Wilson's 'LS' lightweight treatment applied to an attacking racket rather than a control one this time.
A slightly lighter take on Wilson's power-first Defy
This keeps the Defy line's attacking, head-heavy identity while trimming enough weight to make it a bit easier to handle through quick exchanges than the full Pro build. It's still very much a power racket rather than a forgiving one, so it suits an advanced player who already commits to attacking play. Worth comparing directly against the heavier Defy Pro before deciding which weight suits your swing.
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What level of player is the Defy Ls V1 Special Edition designed for?
The Wilson Defy Ls V1 Special Edition is built for Advanced players, scoring 75/100 overall in PRR's testing.
What shape is the Defy Ls V1 Special Edition and what does that mean on court?
The Wilson Defy Ls V1 Special Edition has a diamond-shaped head, which concentrates weight toward the top of the frame for maximum power on smashes and overheads — at some cost to the size of the sweet spot.
How much does the Defy Ls V1 Special Edition weigh and what's its balance?
The Wilson Defy Ls V1 Special Edition weighs 355g with a Head-heavy balance.
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