2027 DeMarini Zen USSSA Bat Review
A two-piece Dark Matter composite USSSA bat with a balanced swing and a big, lively barrel for travel ball. The barrel performs; DeMarini's durability and warranty history are the trade-off to weigh.
Same bat, lower price. The 2026 Zen is a very similar bat and usually sells for less → $279.95The Score
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Our Review
The 2027 Zen is DeMarini's two-piece Dark Matter composite USSSA bat, built around a balanced swing and a forgiving, lively barrel for travel-ball hitters who want speed and barrel control. The 2 3/4" barrel delivers a big sweet spot and the loud composite feedback kids love, and the Direct Connection paired with a Damplify knob keeps the feel smooth and the vibration low. It is a genuinely good-swinging youth composite. The reasons for a measured score are the usual composite caveats — a needed break-in and some late-season fade — plus DeMarini's durability and warranty support, which trail the brands we lean on to survive a full travel season. A comparable two-piece composite from a brand with a stronger service record is worth comparing before you buy.
Also worth a look: Easton Hype Fire — a proven two-piece composite USSSA bat from a brand with a stronger durability and value record.
Insider Note
From the floor: the Zen barrel is genuinely fun for a young hitter, but travel ball is hard on composites. If a parent wants this profile, we steer them to a line whose warranty turns failures around fast.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Dark Matter composite barrel offers a large sweet spot and explosive sound
- Balanced -10 swing is easy to whip through the zone for younger hitters
- Direct Connection and Damplify knob smooth out feel and vibration
Cons
- Composite needs a break-in and can lose pop late in heavy seasons
- Premium price for a travel-ball bat
Full Specifications
| Brand | DeMarini |
|---|---|
| Model | Zen |
| Model Year | 2027 |
| Certification | USSSA |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | Two-piece Dark Matter composite with Direct Connection |
| Model # | WBD2708010 |
| Drop | -5 / -8 / -10 |
| Barrel | 2 3/4" |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $349 |
Where to Buy
2027 DeMarini Zen USSSA Bat — FAQ
What drops does the Zen come in?
The 2027 Zen USSSA comes in -5 / -8 / -10.
Is the DeMarini Zen USSSA-legal?
Yes — it's USSSA certified by the NTS lab. USSSA 1.15 BPF approved — the “hotter” travel-ball standard, legal for USSSA play.
How much does the 2027 Zen cost?
MSRP is $349. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
New to buying bats? Read our bat sizing guide, certifications explained, or browse all guides.
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