Dunlop CX 200 Tennis Racquet

The Dunlop CX 200 (specifically the 2024 "Sonic Core" edition) is the flagship "player’s frame" in the CX series. It is designed for intermediate to advanced players who provide their own power and are looking for a racket that prioritizes control, feel, and a low-profile aesthetic.

Key Technologies

1. Sonic Core with Infinergy® (by BASF): Located at the 2 and 10 o'clock positions, this super-elastic material reduces impact vibration and increases the "rebound" of the ball for a more comfortable, dampened feel.
2. Power Grid String Tech: The string spacing is wider at the top of the hoop and denser in the center. This creates a more consistent power level across the string bed and helps the racket feel more forgiving if you hit slightly above the center.
3. Flex Booster: A high-elasticity vibration-dampening layer in the shaft that filters out the harsh "clink" of the frame, resulting in a very plush, classic feel.
4. Vibroshield: A specialized material in the throat and face that further cleans up the feedback sent to the hand.

Core Characteristics

1. Target Player: Advanced players with long, fast swings who want a "connected" feel to the ball.
2. Performance Profile: This is a "box beam" style racket, meaning it focuses on surgical precision. It has a relatively low stiffness, which makes it very comfortable and flexible compared to power-oriented frames.
3. The "Control" Factor: The CX (Control Expansion) series uses a thinner beam to allow the player to swing out fully without worrying about the ball sailing long.

Summary of Playability

• The CX 200 is widely praised for its maneuverability. Because it is significantly head-light, it is very easy to whip through the air for spin or to react quickly at the net. It doesn't offer much "free" power, so it requires the player to generate pace through their own technique, but it rewards that effort with incredible accuracy on placement.

Technical Specifications

• Head Size: 98 sq. inch
• Length: 27 inches
• Unstrung Weight: 305g (10.8 oz)
• Strung Weight: ~323g (11.4 oz)
• Balance: 315mm (7 pts Head Light)
• Stiffness (RA): 64–65 (Flexible)
• Beam Width: 21.5mm Flat Beam
• String Pattern: 16x19 (Power Grid technology)