Chorus Supercourt SX vs Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm
On published specifications these two are very close. Every derived index sits within 8 points, which is inside the margin of an estimate built from spec sheets. Choose on price, handle length, or whichever brand you can demo.
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| Spec |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP)Manufacturer Spec | $119.00▲ | $149.99 |
| PowerDerived | 36▲ | 35 |
| ControlDerived | 71▲ | 70 |
| SpinDerived | 85 | 85 |
| ForgivenessDerived | 66 | 68▲ |
| Swing weight indexDerived | 34 | 28 |
| Core thicknessManufacturer Spec | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Face materialManufacturer Spec | Raw carbon | Raw carbon |
| Core materialManufacturer Spec | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| ShapeManufacturer Spec | Widebody | Widebody |
| LengthManufacturer Spec | 15.9" | 15.9" |
| WidthManufacturer Spec | 8" | 8" |
| Handle lengthManufacturer Spec | 5.6"▲ | 5" |
| Static weightManufacturer Spec | 7.89 oz | 8 oz |
| Balance pointDerived | 21 cm | 20.3 cm |
| ThermoformedManufacturer Spec | No | No |
| USAP approvedManufacturer Spec | Yes | Yes |
| ReleasedManufacturer Spec | 2025 | 2024 |
These two are hard to separate
Every derived index is within a few points. Our scores come from spec sheets, and spec sheets can't capture feel — at this margin the honest answer is that you should demo both rather than trust a number.
Analysis
Where they actually differ
Only differences big enough to matter are listed. Anything inside the margin of an estimate is left out.
- Handle
- Chorus Supercourt SX has the longer handle at 5.6" — the deciding factor if you hit a two-handed backhand.
- Price
- Chorus Supercourt SX is $31 cheaper at MSRP.
Choose the
Chorus Supercourt SX
- You hit a two-handed backhand
- Budget matters — it's $31 less
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Choose the
Franklin FS Tour Tempo 16mm
- You prefer the brand or the feel
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