Luxilon Alu Power 125mm/17G Tennis String Black

The Luxilon ALU Power 125 Black is a sleek, stealthy version of the most famous string on the professional tour. While it retains the exact technical specifications and the aluminum-infused co-polyester construction of the legendary Silver version, many players find the Black iteration to offer a slightly more "muted" and dampened feel at impact.

Performance Profile

1. The "Gold Standard" Response: ALU Power is renowned for its unique ability to be "dead" enough for surgical control but elastic enough to provide explosive power. It allows players with high swing speeds to take massive cuts at the ball with total confidence.
2. Aluminum-Infused Feel: By blending aluminum fibers into the co-polymer, Luxilon created a string with a crisp, metallic feedback. It provides a distinct "snap" that gives advanced players the precise sensory data they need for elite placement.
3. Elite Snap-Back: The smooth surface of the 17G (1.25 mm) gauge allows for maximum string-on-string sliding. This creates the "snap-back" effect necessary to generate heavy topspin and the aggressive "dip" that keeps powerful shots inside the baseline.
4. Sleek Aesthetic: The Black colorway offers a professional, modern look that pairs perfectly with almost any racquet frame, especially those with darker or matte paint finishes.

Best Suited For

1. Competitive Tournament Players: Ideal for high-level hitters who generate their own power and require a string that offers stability and a predictable launch angle.
2. Hybrid Setup Specialists: A top-tier choice for the mains when paired with a natural gut or multifilament cross. In the Black colorway, it creates a striking visual contrast in a hybrid bed.
3. Aggressive Baseliners: Specifically those who hit a "heavy" ball and want to push their opponents back with depth and high RPMs.
4. Players preferring a "Muted" Feel: While the performance is identical to the Silver version, the pigments used in the Black colorway often result in a slightly more dampened sensation, which some players find more comfortable.

Features

• Color: Black.
• Gauge: 17 G / 1.25 mm.
• Length: 40 ft / 12.2m.
• Shape: Round (Smooth).
• Key Benefits: Power, Control, and Stealthy Aesthetic.
• Material: Co-polymer (Poly-ether-ether) + Aluminum Fibers.