Players are putting the dampener anywhere across the cross strings, but it’s most recommended to place it on the outer edges of the string bed. Most intermediate players prefer to place it towards the bottom part of the racket, where the center string meets the first cross strong. There’s no limit on how many dampeners you can use since it doesn’t make a huge impact on your play.
Dampener Vs Rubber Band
Although a vibration dampener is made of rubber, still players can use a cheaper shock absorber, such as rubber bands. Rubber bands are more elastic and flexible than vibration dampeners and can come up in many shapes as you want them. However, because of the rubber’s stretchy features, its tightness will not last long. In any way, the effects on the racket are still the same, so players can use both.
Types of Dampeners
There are two types of dampeners called the Button and the Worm Dampeners. The Button Dampeners come in the shape of a button, yet they’re made of rubbers. These dampeners are easy to install and more commonly used by players. On the other hand, the Worm Dampeners come in longer sizes and are woven in between the strings, which is more challenging to install.
Using Vibration Dampeners
Using dampeners is not a requirement in playing tennis, but only a matter of personal preference. As mentioned, its main purpose is to reduce the vibration when the ball hit the racket, yet can make no significance in your performance.