I played against one of my friends recently that has this and he let me play a couple games with it. I was really impressed with the consistency AND accuracy, top notch! A wonderful defensive blade for close, mid and long distance. For the couple hours I used it I tried to just play pure defensive without going for the kill so I personally didn't get to experience any counter-looping or wild topspin, but I could tell it definitely had the potential (and I know my friend does counter-loop from time to time). I am not sure the price, but if it is like the other musical instrument Nittaku blades I am sure it is over $100. Very good feel, nice handle, good weight distribution... This is the kind of blade I wish I had back when I played Modern Defensive.