Head

Instinct MP review

Easy power and a comfortable, forgiving feel. Pace without working for it.

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Recommended
Head 100 Boom MP: 100
Weight 300g Boom MP: 295g
Pattern 16×19 Boom MP: 16×19
Stiffness 64 RA Boom MP: 65 RA
Swingwt 317 Boom MP: 312
Balance HL Boom MP: HL
Full specsInstinct MP · Boom MP · Radical MP
Instinct MPBoom MPRadical MP
Head size100 sq in100 sq in98 sq in
Weight (unstrung)300 g295 g305 g
Weight (strung)318 g312 g330 g
Swingweight317312316
Stiffness64 RA65 RA66 RA
String pattern16×1916×1916×19
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Your match Strong fit
Strong fit. Easy, comfortable power for the swing you have.

    Performance

    Instinct MP Boom MP

    Playtest

    Easy, accessible depth.
    Full notes

    The 100 sq in head and lively response give effortless depth, so intermediates hit a heavy ball without a big swing. Forgiving rather than pinpoint; add topspin to keep aggressive shots in.

    + Pros

    • Easy, accessible power
    • Large, forgiving sweet spot
    • Smooth, arm-friendly feel
    • Easy to swing and serve with

    − Cons

    • Limited pinpoint control
    • Flies easily without topspin
    • Less stable against big pace
    • Advanced players may want more feedback

    String for

    53–55 lbs 24–25 kg Soft poly, 1.25mm Pick: Babolat RPM Blast

    Recommended strings

    1. 1
      Babolat RPM Blast Spin and control poly The frame gives power; RPM gives precision.
      53–56 lbs 24–25.4 kg · 1.25mm
    2. 2
      Tecnifibre Razor Soft Soft poly Spin with a comfortable, dampened feel.
      52–55 lbs 23.6–25 kg · 1.25mm
    3. 3
      Head Velocity MLT Multifilament Natural feel and comfort for arm concerns.
      54–58 lbs 24.5–26.3 kg · 1.30mm

    Who plays it

    Tour frames customised

    No player in our database uses this frame.

    Verdict: 8.2

    Head's easy-power-and-comfort frame: effortless depth and a forgiving, arm-friendly feel for intermediates who want pace without working for it. More control: Radical MP. More refined: Boom MP.

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    FAQ

    Is the Head Instinct MP good for beginners?

    Improvers and advancing beginners are a natural fit: easy power, a forgiving sweet spot and a comfortable feel. Complete beginners may want an even lighter frame.

    Who is the Head Instinct MP best for?

    Intermediate club players who want effortless depth and a comfortable, forgiving frame that supplies the pace.

    Is the Head Instinct MP arm-friendly?

    Yes. Comfort is one of its strengths; pair it with a soft poly or multifilament at a sensible tension.

    What string and tension is best for the Head Instinct MP?

    A soft co-poly or multifilament in the low-to-mid 50s lbs. Go a touch tighter or thicker if the ball flies long.

    Is the Head Instinct MP a power or control racquet?

    A power-and-comfort frame, built for easy depth rather than pinpoint precision.

    Head Instinct MP vs Head Boom: which should I buy?

    The Instinct for the easiest, most comfortable power. A Boom for a slightly more refined all-court feel.