Nittaku Basaltec

I have and use the Basaltec Outer, TB ALC, and ZJK ZLC (not SZLC). BO is a little slower and a lot dwellier than the other two, but still can put shots away with power.  People that like the crisp koto feel would probably not enjoy the feel of the Nittaku. I like the results I'm getting with the BO so I put up with the mushy/crunchy feel. It pairs well with softer rubbers.  The Acuda S1 Turbo I'm using on BH was made for this blade.  I'm using 1QXD on FH and it's pretty darn good but I would like to go a notch softer there sometime in the future.

Luca abbatiello wrote: It's not stiff enough to block easily?

If you're measuring success in blocking as you can get the ball back, it's more than fine in this dimension.  If you're measuring success in block as you can have sharp placement and great speed off of the block, it's not as good as the ALC/ZLC blades.  Those are more efficient at returning the energy of the incoming ball and I end up with more winners off the block with them. 

The BO can block fine but a passive block simply isn't as dangerous. 

If you tend to have good position, fast strokes and good timing then I think the BTY blades would suit you best and they surely are fun to play regardless.  If you are like me, and imperfect more often than not, the BO is more forgiving and versatile but still rewards you when the position, stroke and timing are good.  I wouldn't get hung up on blocking as the key difference.

I think the BO would be a good match speed-wise and there's no vibration.  

Soulspin produces Basalt 6 blade. It's possible that is Nittaku basaltec?