Source:REUTERS/Bhawika Chhabra
[Saba Sports News] At present, the Badminton Asian Team Championships (BATC) are in full swing. After the matches, players from the Japanese Badminton Association were interviewed by the media and revealed that artificial shuttlecocks, specifically the new “Carbon Sound” shuttlecocks, will be widely used in this year’s domestic competitions in Japan.
According to sources, “Carbon Sound” is a series of artificial shuttlecocks launched by the VICTOR brand, made from carbon fiber composite materials. It is named “Carbon Sound” due to its crisp and loud hitting sound. This product line is designed to replace natural shuttlecocks and has undergone years of research and development. It has now evolved to its second generation, known as NCS (New Carbon Sound), which will debut on the international professional stage at the 2025 Asian U15 Youth Championships.
According to executives from VICTOR, the new Carbon Sound shuttlecock has five major advantages:
1.Durability: The carbon fiber shaft and composite cork head make it extremely tough, capable of withstanding multiple matches with a long lifespan.
2.Flight Stability: Utilizing AERO-D aerodynamics and patented design, its flight trajectory is close to that of natural shuttlecocks, particularly excelling in high arcs and offensive plays.
3.Strong Environmental Adaptability: It is unaffected by humidity and temperature, allowing direct use in winter without the need for steaming.
4.Unique Sound Quality: The hitting sound is crisp and resonant, delivering a sharp sound on smashes.
5.Cost-effective: Amid rising prices of natural shuttlecocks, the price of the new Carbon Sound is affordable and stable.
In my opinion, the high cost-performance ratio is the primary reason driving the Japanese Badminton Association to promote the use of the new Carbon Sound shuttlecocks.