The Algiz draws listeners into a spacious, naturally voiced presentation, pairing smooth mids and detailed treble with especially convincing depth, width, and instrument separation. PortaFi also highlights its tunable filters, letting the 10 mm dynamic driver shift between monitor-leaning balance and a livelier V-shaped profile. Solid metal construction and a robust silver-plated cable complete an engaging, source-revealing in-ear design.
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Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
82/100
Comfort Fit
78/100
Build Quality
86/100
Features Usability
83/100
Value for Money
88/100
Pros
Large, convincing soundstage with strong instrument separation and depth.
Natural, smooth midrange and detailed treble support an open, informative presentation.
Interchangeable filters offer monitor-leaning or more V-shaped tonal balance.
Fully metal housings and thick silver-plated copper cable are praised for premium, durable construction.
Cons
Bass performance is reported to have notable shortcomings.
Treble can become overly energetic on some recordings.
The 100-ohm design benefits from a strong source or desktop amplifier, limiting smartphone convenience.
Proprietary cable connectors make replacement cables harder to source.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 82/100
The Algiz is described as natural and smooth through much of its presentation, with a spacious, well-separated image. However, one review finds the overall tuning noticeably uneven, citing bass shortcomings and occasional excess in the highs.
Bass
76/100
One reviewer specifically reports deep bass flaws, which is a meaningful limitation despite the headphone's otherwise natural character. There is no further detail on extension, texture, or impact.
Midrange
85/100
The midrange is described as natural and smooth. With the supplied filters, the presentation is said to sit close to a flat, monitor-like balance; alternate filters can recess the mids for a more V-shaped sound.
Treble
84/100
High frequencies are described as very detailed, helping the Algiz sound open and informative. On some recordings, though, the treble can become too prominent.
Resolution Detail
79/100
The comments on detailed highs and strong instrument separation suggest useful clarity. The reviews say little about low-level retrieval, layering, or how clearly complex recordings are resolved as a whole.
Soundstage Imaging
89/100
Both reviews praise the spatial presentation: one hears a large stage with very good separation, while the other notes convincing depth and good width. This appears to be one of the Algiz's clearer sonic strengths.
Dynamics
78/100
The available reviews say little about punch, transient attack, slam, or dynamic contrast. There is not enough direct listening commentary to draw a stronger conclusion.
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Comfort Fit
78/100
The supplied reviews do not discuss clamp force, pad comfort, weight distribution, heat, or long-session wearability. Prospective buyers should seek fit impressions before purchasing.
Build Quality
86/100
The Algiz is described as fully metal and solidly made, with a thick, durable silver-plated copper cable. The main concern is its proprietary connector, which makes finding a replacement cable less straightforward.
Features Usability
83/100
Included tuning filters allow listeners to alter the midrange balance, and the supplied cable is praised for its robust construction. The proprietary cable connection is less convenient than a commonly available connector if replacement becomes necessary.
Value for Money
88/100
At the stated $199–$290 range, the Algiz offers unusual features such as metal construction and tuning filters. The reviewer also says it can be bought in Russia for roughly 20,000 rubles, a notably better price than in other markets.
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Specifications
- Driver Unit
- 10 mm speaker
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20000 Hz
- Sensitivity
- 100 dB
- Impedance
- 100 Ohm
- Maximum Input Power
- 50 mW
- Cord length
- 2 x 1.4 m
Manufacturer's Description — Kennerton Audio Equipment
For Algiz, driver and housing were made together from scratch, and were carefully matched to each other in the process. Unique high-performance dynamic 10mm composite driver delivers unparalleled clarity and precision compared to other headphones available today.
For instance, most armature drivers can successfully play only up to 10kHz when used alone. Our driver can play from 20Hz to far beyond 20kHz easily, covering all frequencies human ear can receive. Audiophile-grade cable for best sound experience. Remote-control cable for easy on-the-go use with any smartphone. 2 sound attenuator audio filters to choose from.
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- Audio 46 — online and in-store — New York, New York, United States (website)
- Audio essence — online and in-store — Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland (website)
- Audio Magic - EU — online and in-store — Wola, Województwo mazowieckie, Poland (website)
- Audio Sanctuary — in-store — London, England, United Kingdom (website)
- CASQUES HEADPHONES — in-store — Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France (website)
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- MD Sound — online and in-store — Weyersfeld, Bayern, Germany (website)
- Patefon — online and in-store — Basmanny District, Moscow, Russia (website)
- Unilet Sound & Vision — online and in-store — London, England, United Kingdom (website)