Updated Review: RPM Blast vs Genesis Black Magic

March-April 2011 Tennis String of the Month
Polyester Strings Video Review

We Tested Brand Name Strings ($17) vs "Value" ($7) Strings
Is there Really a Difference? Which is the better value??

*UPDATE* ATP Touring Coach's Perspective:

Here's another video playtest and review, this one by ATP/WTA Coach David Emery

Genesis Black Magic 17g

Babolat RPM Blast (17g)

Player String ratings from Stringforum.net

Summary:

Genesis Black Magic is a great poly string for the players who thrive on power, control and hit a flatter ball. Player reviews from Stringforum.net for the 17 gauge have been very positive. Give it a try and I think you'll find that it is a great value.

Babolat's RPM Blast is also available on sale for those who demand the extra spin at the cost of durability and price ($225/reel), and I would encourage players to try both and list their own impressions of both strings below in the comments section.

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Update 4/26/12 - Pro Players Using Genesis Strings:

Dania Beach, FL April 26, 2012- ATP Tour Player, Ivo Karlovic who has reached a career high-ranking of #14 on the ATP World Tour has signed with Genesis to use their strings for the remainder of the 2012 season. Ivo Karlovic adds to the long list of ATP and WTA players to use Genesis strings after fellow ATP Players, Wayne Odesnik and Teymuraz Gabashvili  have signed with Genesis in January. 
Ivo Karlovic will be using the Genesis Typhoon string and will be participating at the French Open, Wimbledon and the Olympics in London and the U.S. Open. Genesis sales for 2012 have far exceed expectations and its products can now be purchased in over 40 countries. 
Karlovic is the tallest player to ever play on the ATP tour and is known as “Dr. Ivo” by most tennis enthusiasts. Karlovic also has the record for the fastest serve at 156 M.P.H. Genesis believes that signing Ivo Karlovic will further enhance its global awareness and image. 
Genesis products can be purchased in North America at Tennis Express, Midwest Sports and Holabird Sports, including many tennis specialty shops and pro shops nationwide.