Butterfly Sriver EL – Classic All-Round Rubber with Balanced Control and Elasticity
Butterfly Sriver EL is a classic pimples-in table tennis rubber designed as a balanced choice for players seeking a combination of control and elasticity. With a medium-soft sponge and a harder topsheet, Sriver EL offers an excellent balance between bounce and control, making it suitable for players of all levels, including complete beginners. Made in Japan and ITTF-approved, Sriver EL is one of the long-standing rubbers in the Sriver series, popular among all-round attackers and developing players worldwide, especially when playing with 40+ plastic balls.

Key Features:
• Rubber type: Pimples-in
• Speed: 38/100
• Spin: 19/100
• Arc: 39/100
• Sponge hardness: 35° (medium-soft)
• Sponge thicknesses: 1.7 mm, 1.9 mm, 2.1 mm, 2.3 mm
• Colors: Red, black
• Country of origin: Japan
• Approval: ITTF approved

Butterfly Sriver EL stands out with its classic construction, combining the reliability of the Sriver series with a more modern feel tailored for all-round playing styles:

• Sponge (35°): The medium-soft sponge (35° on the Butterfly scale, equivalent to ~30–35° ESN scale) is elastic and balanced, offering sufficient bounce and high control. It is softer than the original Sriver (38°) and harder than Sriver FX (33°), providing a linear response suitable for both attacking and blocking. Compared to Roundell Soft (32°), Sriver EL's sponge is slightly harder, offering more stability on faster shots.
• Harder topsheet: The topsheet is hard and grippy, optimized for spin and control. It provides good ball grip, allowing the generation of topspin and backspin, though it is less grippy than modern rubbers like Rozena. The topsheet is durable, wear-resistant, and adapted for plastic balls, although it was originally developed during the 38 mm ball era. Compared to Sriver FX, Sriver EL’s topsheet is harder, offering more speed but less spin.
• Pimple geometry: The pimples-in are medium in length, with dense spacing optimized for speed (38/100), spin (19/100), and trajectory (39/100). Their structure enables easy execution of topspin strokes, blocks, pushes, and short strokes while maintaining high control. Compared to Sriver (spin 23/100), Sriver EL produces slightly less spin but offers a higher arc and easier handling.
• No High Tension technology: Unlike modern Butterfly rubbers such as Tenergy or Rozena, Sriver EL does not use High Tension technology, so its speed and elasticity depend on the player’s technique and blade. This provides a linear response, allowing the player to fully control stroke power and spin.

The rubber is offered in sponge thicknesses of 1.7 mm, 1.9 mm, 2.1 mm, and 2.3 mm: 1.7 mm is suited for maximum control and backhand use; 1.9 mm for balanced play; and 2.1 mm and 2.3 mm for faster forehand strokes. It is medium-weight (uncut ~65 g, cut ~45–50 g), similar to Yasaka Mark V or Tibhar Rapid. Color options – red and black – meet ITTF standards. Butterfly recommends using Free Chack glue for mounting.

Butterfly Sriver EL offers performance tailored to controlled, all-round playing styles:

• Speed: 38/100 – A medium-speed rubber suitable for controlled topspin shots, pushes, and blocks close to the table. Compared to Sriver (speed 38/100), the speed is the same, but the softer sponge provides more bounce and easier handling. Compared to Rozena (speed 83/100), Sriver EL is much slower and focused on precision.
• Spin: 19/100 – Generates limited spin in topspin strokes, serves, and pushes, but is effective at producing backspin and sidespin. Compared to Sriver (spin 23/100), Sriver EL has slightly less spin but is easier to control for beginners. Compared to Roundell Soft (spin 37/100), it has less spin but more stability.
• Control – Although no specific rating is given, the medium-soft sponge and harder topsheet ensure high control, especially for blocking and short strokes. Compared to Sriver FX (control ~8.5/10), Sriver EL is slightly less forgiving but more stable in fast rallies.
• Arc – Medium-low, straight trajectory (arc: 39/100), suitable for blocks, pushes, and controlled topspin strokes. The arc is higher than Sriver (23/100), providing more safety over the net but requiring better technique for looping. Users highlight the rubber’s “control,” “stability,” and “balance,” especially in blocking and rallies.

Butterfly Sriver EL is a versatile rubber suitable for a variety of blades, especially those emphasizing control and versatility:

• Butterfly Kong Linghui – Offers feel and control, ideal for beginners.
• Butterfly Boll Offensive – Balances speed and control, ideal for all-round strokes.
• Butterfly SK Carbon – Adds speed, suitable for offensive players.
• Butterfly Balsa Carbo X5 – Maximizes bounce, suitable for aggressive strokes.
• Butterfly Primorac – Provides stability, great for technical development.

The rubber also works well on all-wood blades like Yasaka Sweden Extra, thanks to the medium-soft sponge that provides stability and control. Users recommend using Sriver EL on the backhand side with 1.7 mm or 1.9 mm sponge for maximum blocking control or on the forehand side with 2.1 mm for more speed. The rubber remains effective with plastic balls, especially for all-round players.

Butterfly Sriver EL is ideal for all-round attackers and beginners who value control and balance:

• Beginners learning topspin, blocking, and pushing techniques
• Intermediate players seeking a rubber suitable for balanced play and rally control
• All-round attackers who emphasize blocks, pushes, and controlled topspins
• Close-to-the-table play: Blocks, pushes, short strokes, controlled topspins
• Offensive shots: Counter-attacks, flat hits with minimal spin
• Serves and receives: Allows precise side-spin serves and controlled receives

The rubber is highly effective for:
• Blocking (9.0/10) – Thanks to its high control and stable response
• Pushing (8.7/10) – Offers precision and effective backspin
• Topspin strokes (8.4/10) – Generates limited spin but remains stable in rallies
• Short play (8.3/10) – Provides excellent control and accuracy

Compared to Sriver FX, Sriver EL is faster and more stable but offers less spin. Users praise the rubber’s “control,” “balance,” and “reliability,” especially on the backhand side.

Butterfly Sriver EL stands out as a balanced, all-round rubber:

• Speed (38/100) – Suitable for controlled shots and blocks
• Spin (19/100) – Effective for pushes and serves
• Control – High, great for beginners and all-round styles
• Medium-soft sponge – Balanced between bounce and control
• Durability – Wear-resistant and long-lasting
• Japanese quality – ITTF approved, made with Butterfly craftsmanship

Sriver EL

Sriver EL

Sriver EL