Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1.23 Review: Best Spin String on the Market?

The Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1.23 recently emerged as the 'best spin' in several string tests. Time to put it to the test!

Specifications:

Brand: Weiss Cannon

Type: Ultra Cable 1.23

Thickness: 1.23 mm

String Type: Medium stiff, sharp angled co-polyester for firm ball rotation

Similar strings: Diadem Solstice Power , Solinco Hyper-G , Wilson Revolve Spin .

Tested by:

Name: Mike

Playing strength: 4/4

Player type: Classic player, flat groundstrokes, generates little spin himself. Has had shoulder problems in the past.

Racket: Prince Textreme Warrior 107 (107 sq/inch, 16/19 stringing pattern)

String hardness: 23/22 kg (stringing range: 22-26 kilos)

Test duration: 4 hours

Favorite string: Diadem Solstice Power 17

Judgement:

Durability: 8

Voltage retention: 7

Spin/Slice: 8.5

Ball control: 6

Power: 7

Control: 7.5

Comfort/Arm-friendliness: 7

Setup and stringing:

When holding the Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1.23 in the hand, the robust texture was immediately noticeable. The sharp edges reminded me of the Prince Tour XS , but threading the strings went smoother and with less resistance. Despite the string being 1.23mm thick, it feels thicker in the hand and during play, as if you were playing with a 1.28 or 1.30mm string.

Review Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1.23:

Spin and Control
The Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1.23 delivers impressive spin. The string offers a higher trajectory, giving you more margin and net clearance, which contributes to the feeling of control. The low-powered nature of the string gives you the ability to pull hard without having to worry about the ball flying quickly over the baseline.

Ball feel and Power
Although the spin and control are fantastic, I expected more ball feel and power from a 1.23mm string. The string feels more like a thicker version, which results in less liveliness and elasticity, especially compared to my favorite Diadem Solstice Power 17 .

Durability and Voltage Maintenance
The robust construction of the Ultra Cable ensures high durability. After 4 hours of play on clay, there were hardly any signs of wear. The tension retention was average; after about 3 hours of play, the string lost 5 DT points compared to the first measurement after stringing, which is quite normal.

Comfort
In terms of comfort, the Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1.23 scores slightly lower. The string feels more robust and stiffer than you would expect from a 1.23mm string, both when stringing and while playing. Although comparable strings such as the Diadem Solstice Power and Solinco Hyper-G score better on comfort, the Ultra Cable is mainly suited for players who are looking for maximum control and spin and have no problem with the slightly stiffer feel.

The Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 1.23 is an excellent choice for players looking for ultimate spin and ball control. Although the string is less lively and powerful than other strings in this segment, its robust character makes it ideal for players who can generate a lot of power themselves and are mainly looking for precision. It is not a comfort string, but for those looking for maximum control and spin, the Ultra Cable is definitely worth a try!