“The Defy LS trims weight to 355g and keeps the diamond shape's power intent but with a lower balance point, giving noticeably faster racket-head speed than the standard Defy V1.”
Defy V1 LS Special Edition355g · Head-heavy · EVA Performance
80/100
PRR Score
Diamond
Shape
EVA Performance
Core
Head-heavy
Balance
Performance
Power, Control & Comfort Scores
Overall it sits in the top 37% of 1,000 rackets we've tested — its maneuverability score ranks in the top 2%.
Power
High78
Control
Very High80
Maneuverability
Very High82
Sweet Spot
High78
Comfort
High78
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Power
Control
Maneuverability
Comfort
Sweet Spot
Value
PRR Score
80PRR Score
Inside the frame
Defy V1 LS Special Edition Specs
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Face weaveCarbon 12K
Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.
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CoreEVA Performance
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeDiamond
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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SurfaceCarbon 12K
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.
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Balance point270 mm
Measured from the handle butt — higher = more head-heavy.
Our verdict
The Defy LS trims weight to 355g and keeps the diamond shape's power intent but with a lower balance point, giving noticeably faster racket-head speed than the standard Defy V1. Sharp Hole Technology and the Duo Grid Pattern carry over from the full Defy line for added bite and spin. PRR score: 80/100.
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What level of player is the Defy V1 LS Special Edition designed for?
The Wilson Defy V1 LS Special Edition is built for Advanced players, scoring 80/100 overall in PRR's testing.
What shape is the Defy V1 LS Special Edition and what does that mean on court?
The Wilson Defy V1 LS 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 V1 LS Special Edition weigh and what's its balance?
The Wilson Defy V1 LS Special Edition weighs 355g with a Head-heavy balance.
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