In general, all of the versions that are currently available would have between two and five layers. While the number of layers does not tell you anything you need to know about a ball, it does provide a clear general explanation of the consistency you should expect. A thin yet tough outer layer envelops a big, solid core in a two-layered ball. Spin is reduced, allowing for maximum reach but still reducing the risk of these balls breaking or tying. The majority of tour models have three or four layers: a soft cover, one or two intermediate parts, and a solid (sometimes liquid) core. Because of their high spin rates, they provide excellent greenside control and enable professional golfers to play shots perfectly. A low compression core helps boost launch and low spin off the driver, and a soft fast inner mantle improves long iron shots in a five-layer golf club.