Yamaha Golf recently introduced the 2025 inpres DRIVESTAR line of golf clubs. Developed in collaboration with Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, this series supposedly combines cutting-edge materials, advanced engineering, and precision design to deliver unmatched performance on the course.
Revolutionary Technology: The Heart of the DRIVESTAR Line
OCTA ANGLE CARBON FACE: Strength and Speed Redefined
Yamaha and Mitsubishi Chemical have joined forces to create the OCTA ANGLE CARBON FACE, a revolutionary 8-axis carbon fibre face. This innovative design features carbon fibres arranged in eight directions and meticulously layered into 64 layers, resulting in unparalleled strength and rebound performance. The result? Exceptional ball speed across the entire face, even on off-centre hits, giving golfers the confidence to swing with power and precision.
Counterweight System: Unmatched Stability
The DRIVESTAR line incorporates a Counterweight System that optimises weight distribution for superior stability. By redistributing weight to the back of the clubhead, Yamaha has achieved a combined vertical and horizontal moment of inertia of approximately 10,000 g·cm². This ensures exceptional forgiveness and minimises shot dispersion, even on mishits.
Lightweight Carbon Crown: Maximising Distance
The use of a lightweight carbon crown reduces overall clubhead weight by approximately 33% compared to traditional titanium faces. This weight savings is strategically reallocated to enhance launch conditions, resulting in higher trajectories and longer distances.
High-Strength X37 Material: Precision and Durability
The DRIVESTAR line features X37, a high-strength material developed by Mitsubishi Chemical. Known for its exceptional toughness and precision, X37 allows for thinner face designs (as thin as 1.4mm in the fairway woods and 1.5mm in the utility clubs) without compromising durability. This translates to faster ball speeds and greater distance.
Ultra-Low Centre of Gravity: High Launch, Low Spin
By leveraging the weight savings from the carbon crown, Yamaha has achieved an ultra-low centre of gravity across the DRIVESTAR line. This design promotes higher launch angles and lower spin rates, ensuring maximum carry distance and optimal stopping power on the greens.
Product Highlights
DRIVESTAR FW: Fairway Woods Built for Distance and Accuracy
- X37 Carbon Crown: Combines high strength with lightweight performance for explosive distance.
- Thin Face Design (1.4mm): Enhances ball speed and rebound performance.
- Ultra-Low CG: Promotes high launch and long carry, even with a shorter club length (0.5 inches shorter than previous models).
DRIVESTAR UT: Utility Clubs for Versatility and Control
- X37 Carbon Crown: Delivers a low centre of gravity (1.2mm lower than previous models) for high launch and precision.
- Thin Face Design (1.5mm): Maximises ball speed and distance.
- Compact Design: Shorter club length (0.5 inches shorter than previous models) for improved control without sacrificing distance.
DRIVESTAR TYPE/D IRON: Irons That Redefine Distance and Feel
- 3Point Resonance Technology: Aligns the centre of flex, centre of gravity, and impact point for maximum energy transfer and distance.
- X37 Material: Enables a thin sole design (1.1mm) for enhanced rebound performance.
- Tungsten Weighting: Positions 41g (TYPE/D)or 77g (TYPE/S) of tungsten in the sole for a deep, low centre of gravity, promoting high launch and long carry.
Pricing (SRP):
Driver (Type D/ Type S): RM3,850
Fairway Woods: RM2,350
Utility: RM1,850
Men’s irons 5-SW (8pcs): RM10,000
Women’s irons 6-SW (7pcs): RM8,270
