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Alkemia Tenebris Review (2026)

Alkemia Tenebris

Review updated October 2026

The Alkemia Tenebris 2026 is a head-light control frame at 360 g with an EVA foam core, built for intermediate players who want exceptional directional precision.

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BalanceHead-light

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Alkemia Tenebris padel racket, Teardrop shape
80PRR Score
Tenebris360g · Head-light · EVA
Performance

Power, Control & Comfort Scores

Overall it sits in the top 37% of 1,000 rackets we've tested — its comfort score ranks in the top 4%.

Power
Good68
Control
Very High84
Maneuverability
High78
Sweet Spot
High79
Comfort
High78
Value
High78
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The verdict

The Alkemia Tenebris 2026 is a head-light control frame at 360 g with an EVA foam core, built for intermediate players who want exceptional directional precision. Control at 84 is the headline, and the head-light balance at 360 g keeps the frame quick to position at the net. Maneuverability at 78 and tolerance at 79 both confirm an accessible, forgiving character. Power at 68 is the honest trade-off. Our score: 80/100.

What we loved
Control rating 84: exceptional directional precision for an intermediate-level frame
Maneuverability at 78: quick to position, reactive at the net
Tolerance at 79 and comfort at 78: forgiving and arm-friendly across extended sessions
Head-light balance at 360 g: easy to swing, low fatigue across long sessions
Worth knowing
Power at 68 means pace on overheads must come entirely from technique
Head-light balance produces less natural weight behind attacking shots
Not the right pick for players wanting to develop an aggressive, overhead-heavy style
Inside the frame

Tenebris Specs

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CoreEVA

Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.

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ShapeTeardrop · Head-light

Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance point.

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Weight360g

Frame weight range in grams.

Reviews around the web
Padeful
86/100
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Full specification
ControlStandard
ShapeTeardrop
CoreEVA
BalanceHead-light
Weight360g
LevelIntermediate
Playing styleControl
Year2026
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The PRR takePRR Team

Exceptional precision, low fatigue

Control is the clear headline here, exceptionally directional for a frame at this level, and the head-light balance keeps you quick to position and reactive at the net without tiring you out. Tolerance and comfort both hold up generously across long sessions. Power has to come entirely from your own technique, since the head-light balance takes natural weight away from attacking shots rather than adding it: not the pick for an aggressive, overhead-heavy game.

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Common questions

FAQ

What level of player is the Tenebris designed for?

The Alkemia Tenebris is built for Intermediate players, scoring 80/100 overall in PRR's testing.

What shape is the Tenebris and what does that mean on court?

The Alkemia Tenebris has a teardrop (hybrid) head, blending the power of a diamond with the control of a round shape for an all-court balance.

How much does the Tenebris weigh and what's its balance?

The Alkemia Tenebris weighs 360g with a Head-light balance.

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