Prince Premier Control 17/1.25 String
3.7
Phenomenal comfort. Controllable Power. Outstanding Price
Prince Premier Control features a firm tri-core construction inside a bed of very soft and pliable filaments. The result is a versatile multifilament that combines comfort with an impressive level of control. This is a great string for any player who prefers a soft, arm-friendly response but wants easy targeting on big cuts.
- Gauge: 17/1.25mm
- Length: 40ft/12.2m
- Composition: Multifilament withTri-Core construction
- Color: Black, Natural
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Does not snapback at allHoping this would maintain snapback like at least Lightning Pro and Velocity. It doesn't at all. Worst than regular super cheap syn gut. Waste of time and money stringing it. The only multifilaments I've found worth stringing are made by Tecnifibre especially Multifeel which is one of my favorite strings in general. Quite disappointed with this one.
Great stringHappy with the purchase, and with the support I received before, during, and following the purchase.
low powered multiHave played 5 hours with 1.25 gauge in a full bed. No more poly to save my arm. So far, so good. Strung at 50lbs on a constant pull, next time I'll try 52lbs.
Super solid in crossesI have used this as a cross string in OS frames with Aramid mains. Super low tensions and it plays great. Few uses in OS frames. I am trying it mid 30s in a Gamma BUBBA 117 and so far good results. Have not tried it as a full bed in anything. I am 4.0 USTA
Not enough spinNice and muted multi. Low power and low launch angle. However, I cannot get much (enough?) spin out of it. Hence, I have to aim high to be safe, but then balls sail because of not enough spin. The multi is probably best for flat hitters but not good enough for me. I have moved to Head Velocity 17g which is better in the power/spin department, while still being controlled.
Prince Premier Multi StringDemoed a Yonex VCore 95 from TW. Noticed it had Prince string it, liked the feel of it in the Yonex, so bought a pack for the VCore I purchased. I am a Wilson NXT user, so this my frame of reference. The 16 gauge wears out in 3 weeks of every day play. It breaks as opposed to fraying and breaking which the NXT does. This can cause problems if you do not have back up racquets. The playability is more on the control side than power side. Spin is OK with the 16 ga., better with the 17 ga. I have purchased several packs of the 16 ga. as it is 1/2 the price of the NXT. Just be aware you get what you pay for; the durability doesn't equal a premium string.
Previous Feedback
Comments: Terrible for stringing. Bought four packs, two snapped while tensioning. When on the racquet, good for people with elbow or arm issues. Soft, but good reply and control when hitting. Not for hard hitters. Do not string in a hybrid with any shaped string, it will cut through quickly.
From:Ran, 12/16/20
Comments: This string is a hidden gem. Great control, feel, and not too powerful. Also gives good spin. Easy on the arm as well.
From:FedEx, 11/22/20
Comments: I like it, it gives good power and control, but I've strung it at 53 pounds on my Prince Textreme 100L and it's broken six times within the first week of stringing it. I am kind of disappointed in the quality of the string, but it plays great if it doesn't break.
From:Anonymous, 6/7/19
Comments: Played great for the first hour and half and then broke. Very strange as I rarely break strings. Nonetheless I'm going to try it again at a lower tension. If I continue breaking strings I'll look at something else. Strung at 53 lbs in a Prince Tour 100P
From:Bill, 1/27/18
Comments: I've been using Prince Premier with Softflex for the last few years, but they're hard to come by now. This seemed a likely replacement -- seemed to have a similar description. When I restrung 2 racquets with this string 2 weeks ago, I found that I preferred the Premier Control. It gave me more than enough control, enough power, good touch on my volleys and lobs, and plenty of spin on my serve. And they are just as easy on my arm. I'm hoping it's durable, but that should not be a problem as I don't break a lot of strings.
From:John, 10/15
Comments: I put this string in my Prince O3 white LS racquet at 58 lbs. It was a little stiff the first 2 hours, but then felt really great for the next 4 hours, until one of the mains broke. I was getting outstanding topspin from this string, sort of surprised me.
From:Brad, 6/15
Comments: Just tried this string on my Prince Tour Pro 100 and have to say that its one of the best strings I've ever played with. Strung at 54 lbs, I get lots of control yet ball comes off strings like a rocket launcher. Easy on the arm and tons of feel. I will be buying more of this for sure. "Hittin in the pocket with my Prince rocket."Great Price as well.
From:Jeff, 1/15
Comments: One of my favorites. I think it is a very unique multi. It has great control and spin. It feels extremely crisp. The power is sufficient. It seems to be very durable. If it lacked anything it would be feel at the net and a strong slice.
From:Kasey, 3/14