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Ghost X Evolution

# Easton Ghost X Evolution Baseball Bat

The Ghost X Evolution is part of Easton's prestigious line of composite baseball bats. Building on the innovations introduced by its predecessors like the Easton MAKO, Easton delivers an enhanced performance and feel to youth and adult baseball players alike. Crafted with Easton's EXACT™ Carbon composite material, the Ghost X Evolution combines speed, power, and precision. It's designed for hitters who want superior energy transfer and reduced vibration. The Easton Ghost X Evolution is the embodiment of Easton's dedication to helping players of all levels unlock their potential and achieve peak performance.  
  

**Perfect bat for**:  Competitive youth and recreational players who want exceptional speed, power, and comfort when making contact.  
  

### Key features include:  
  

-   EXACT™ Carbon Composite Material: Delivers a powerful barrel performance and a significantly reduced vibration for a better feel.
    
-   NITROCELL™ Foam: Injected into the connection point, it offers a lighter and more comfortable feel, enhancing the overall balance.
    
-   Dynamic Feel System™: Creates a more robust and responsive barrel, maximizing performance with every swing.  
    Speed Cap™: Provides a more flexible and responsive barrel with a natural sound on impact.
    
-   Lizard Skins™ Grip: Customized grip ensures superior comfort and tack for better control during high-intensity swings.  
    Two-Piece ConneXion+™ Technology: Improves energy transfer for optimized feel and performance at contact.  
      
    

### Top competitors comparison: [Louisville Slugger Meta](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/louisville-slugger/meta/l59403) and the [DeMarini CF Zen](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/cf-zen-2020/l8432)

  

Against leading competitors like the Louisville Slugger Meta and the DeMarini CF Zen, the Easton Ghost X Evolution excels with its advanced EXACT™ Carbon composite and Dynamic Feel System™ technology, delivering unmatched barrel performance and reduced vibration. While the Meta emphasizes its three-piece design for swing speed and the CF Zen highlights flexibility and balance, the Ghost X Evolution distinguishes itself with superior energy transfer and a high-performance grip.  
  

### Evolution of the Easton Lineup

  

Here is a list that details the progression of this series, highlighting the main features and advancements with each new model.  
  
  
**2018 - [Easton Ghost X](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/easton/ghost-x/l7608)**
- New Dynamic Feel System™ creating the best feeling and most powerful composite bat in the game.  
- EXACT™ Carbon engineering provides better vibration reduction and optimizes barrel performance.  
- New X-tended barrel design gives players a larger sweet spot.  
  
**2018 - [Easton Ghost X Hyperlite](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/easton/ghost-x-hyperlite/l681)** 
- A one-piece exact carbon composite design.  
- The Hyperlite model focuses on an incredibly light swing weight for younger players.  
- Delivers a balanced swing path through the zone.  
  
**2019 - [Easton Ghost X Evolution](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/easton/ghost-x-evolution/bat-material-composite/l228675)**
- Features new CXN EVOLUTION™ construction with NITROCELL™ foam, creating a lighter, better-feeling bat with a more forgiving sweet spot.  
- FLEX™ barrel technology with new TCT™ composite material in the barrel offers a softer feel, greater performance, and a larger sweet spot.  
- Speed Cap™ provides a more flexible and responsive barrel with a natural sound on impact.  
- Lizard Skins™ grip for superior comfort and tack.

### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS**

-   I bought the Easton Ghost bat (28/18) for my 7-year-old son, who plays kid pitch. It's great! No vibration, excellent pop. He's excelled in batting since he started using it. Worth the cost. Highly recommended!
    
-   Bought the 29-inch version instead of the 28-inch for my 8-year-old. It makes a cracking sound, but he hits 20 feet further with it than his old bat. No vibration issues yet. Overall, a solid bat.
    
-   My 11-year-old son loved this bat. He used it in a tournament right out of the package and almost all of his team used it too. They scored 19 runs in that game.
    

**CONS**

-   Bought for 9-year-old. Looks cool but has a small sweet spot and hand vibrations. Decent pop, but needs 100 swings to break in."
    
-   Prices do NOT align with quality.
    
-   I bought the X-Evolution baseball bat on sale for my son, but it never performed well. Hits only made it to the infield, and there's a dead spot in the barrel's last 3-4 inches. This makes it challenging to hit outside pitches.
    

  
  

### Certification: USA, USSSA

### Expert Notes ([Tony from BatExperts](https://sidelineswap.com/batexperts))

The Ghost X Evolution is a two piece composite bat. It’s one of the better Little League bats of 2019 because it has a lighter weight and is easy to swing. In the USA marketplace, it was probably one of the better bats. It has a cool paint job, which is attractive for a Little Leaguer, where looks can often be more of a consideration than performance.  
  

Pop: ⭐⭐⭐

Durability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Vibration: ⭐⭐⭐

  
**Balanced** or End loaded?

CAT8

## Marucci CAT 8 Baseball Bats 

 
The Marucci CAT 8 series is part of a lineup of bats consistently praised for outstanding performance and durability. The CAT 8 is a two-piece composite bat designed for a blend of power, speed, and control at the plate, with an expanded sweet spot to help hitters achieve their full potential. The series also serves as a testament to Marucci’s commitment to applying data and insights from professional hitters. Founded in a backyard shed in 2002, Marucci Sports has grown into one of the most reputable names in baseball equipment over the past 20 years. 

 
**Perfect bat for:** Youth to college-level players who are in search of a bat that offers a blend of power, speed, and comfort.


###  
Key features include:




* **AZ105 Super Strength Aluminum Alloy:** Offers thinner barrel walls for a higher response rate and unmatched durability.
* **Multi-variable Wall Design:** Expands the sweet spot and reduces weight, enhancing forgiveness and power.
* **Precision-balanced Barrel:** Designed for optimal swing speed and control, improving hitters' performance across all levels.
* **AV2 Anti-Vibration Knob:** Delivers a better feel and minimizes sting on mishits, ensuring comfort during every at-bat.
* **Ring-free Barrel Technology: **Increases flexibility and promotes maximum performance with no "dead" spots on the barrel.
* **Micro-Perforated Soft-Touch Grip:** Provides superior grip and comfort during every swing. 



### Top competitors comparison: [The Louisville Slugger Omaha](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/louisville-slugger/omaha-2/l8755) and the [DeMarini Voodoo](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/demarini/voodoo/l7333) 

Marucci CAT 8 particularly excels in its use of AZ105 alloy for durability and a thinner barrel for a higher response rate. While the Omaha and Voodoo are known for their balanced swing and innovative technology, the CAT 8 sets itself apart with its anti-vibration technology and multi-variable wall design, the cat 8 uses 8 different thicknesses of barrel wall, offering players a mix of comfort, power, and precision that is hard to beat.


### Progression of the Marucci CAT baseball bat

Here is a list that details the progression of this series, highlighting the main features and advancements with each new model.

 


**2014 **-** [CAT6](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/marucci/cat-6/l7498)**



* Building on the ring-free barrel design, Marucci releases the CAT6 with an extended, optimized barrel made from the AZ3000 alloy.
* Patented anti-vibration knob takes on additional weight for a more balanced feel and faster swing speeds.

**2017 **-** [CAT7](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/marucci/cat-7/l7247) & CAT7 CONNECT**



* CAT7 and CAT7 Connect are introduced, featuring the upgraded AZ4X alloy for improved performance.
* CAT7 has a one-piece alloy construction, while CAT7 Connect offers a two-piece hybrid design with a carbon composite handle.
* Both models feature an increased sweet spot and an upgraded anti-vibration knob (AV2). 


**2019 **-** [CAT8](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/marucci/cat8-2/l7709), CAT8 CONNECT, CAT COMPOSITE**



* CAT8, CAT8 Connect, and CAT Composite are launched.
* The barrels of CAT8 and CAT8 Connect are constructed using the new AZ105 alloy for higher performance at the sweet spot.
* Introduction of SDX EXT connection technology for a stiffer connection and improved energy transfer.
* CAT Composite, a two-piece composite bat, is introduced with SDX EXT and ring-free barrel construction.


### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS**



* I am pleased to say that my son has experienced an increased exit speed and longer distances. He has noticed that the bat has an expanded sweet spot, resulting in more comfortable hits with less sting.
* My son had a few mishits but the ball still came off decently, and he mentioned that there was no vibration. I would recommend this bat, especially for younger kids who are improving their skills but still want success.
* A go-to choice when under pressure. It has a large sweet spot, providing a ton of power. The bat is also easy to swing and consistently achieves a higher exit velocity off the tee compared to a Cat9 alloy and 23' meta.

**CONS**



* I purchased the -8 version, which has a small sweet spot. The knob is great, but the grip is not as effective. 
* If you are still 11, I suggest you get the drop ten because it has a bigger sweet spot and more pop due to its smaller aluminum content. Overall, it's a nice medium-swinging -8! 
* I was unaware that this bat was the Junior version and only recommended for Coach Pitch.


### **Certification**: USA, USSSA, BBCOR 


### Expert Notes ([Tony](https://sidelineswap.com/locker/batexperts)) 

The CAT8 is an older model from 2019 and a good BBCOR and USSSA bat. Very good performing bat with a sound that players love. Lightweight and easy to swing. It's probably one of the best sellers, and since the CAT8 is still available, it's perhaps one of the better bang for the buck. Prices dropped for this older model. So, it is a good match for an entry-level player on a tight budget.

Pop: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Durability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Vibration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 
<span style="text-decoration:underline;">**Balanced**</span> or End loaded?

Velo

### Expert Notes
The longest lasting metal bat series on the market is still at its peak. Rawlings legendary Velo series returned in 2022, with a Velo ACP release that I’ve heard hitters say offers unparalleled balance at the plate. Over time, the Rawlings Velo series has evolved by incorporating the ACP (Accelerated Carbon Performance) line that adds extra carbon in the barrel, which we’ve heard does a lot to increase pop. While Velo’s aren’t the best looking bats you’re going to find, they make up for the plainness with top-notch performance. Rawlings’ resilient Velo series should continue to be a favorite for hard-nosed hitters who prefer production over flash.

Threat

### Expert Notes
Rawlings wanted to create a bat that’s meant specifically for smaller framed
players—and that’s just what they did with the Threat. The newest 2022 Threat comes
in an awesome Stars and Stripes themed colorway that we all
love, and delivers on its promise of enabling smaller hitters to swing with extra speed
through the strike zone. The 2022 Threat has evolved from when the series started in
2018 by adding even more width to an already expansive barrel—although I’ve heard
young hitters still love the 2019 Threat, as well (if only because of its neon green
colorway). If you seek a one piece composite bat that isn’t going to break the bank and
will benefit those who haven’t yet grown into their natural power, the Rawlings Threat
series stands alone.

Beast Speed

### About the Easton Beast Speed

The expertly crafted Easton Beast Speed is a value bat built for game winning performance. 

With a speed balanced design for a lightweight swing, an ATAC alloy construction for lightweight durability, and Speed cap technology for top-tier responsiveness, the Easton Beast Speed is designed for a lightweight swing and top-tier responsiveness. 

### Easton Beast Speed - Key Features

- Speed Balanced Design for a lightweight swing.
- ATAC alloy construction for lightweight durability.
- Speed cap technology for top-tier responsiveness.

Model|Price|Built For|Construction
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
Easton Beast Speed|$$|A lightweight swing and top-tier responsiveness|Aluminium

### Easton Beast Speed - Specs

- **Construction:** One-Piece
- **Material:** Aluminium
- **Barrel Material:** Advanced Thermal Alloy construction (ATAC) Alloy
- **Swing Weight:** Balanced

Model|Construction|Material|Barrel Material|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
Easton Beast Speed|One-Piece|Aluminium|Advanced Thermal Alloy construction (ATAC) Alloy|Balanced

### Other baseball bats by Easton similar to the Easton Beast Speed

If you like what the Easton Beast Speed has to offer, or are looking for something slightly different, check out other bats by Easton such as:

- [Easton Mako Torq](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/easton/mako-torq/l9499)
- [Easton Beast X](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/easton/beast-x/l675)
- [Easton Ghost X Hyperlite](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/baseball/bats/easton/ghost-x-hyperlite/l681)

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