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Intermediate Level Oud - Suggestions?

Fernando of Sor - 10-25-2011 at 12:43 PM

Hi, I've just bought my first Oud, an Ali Khalif and sons, I think it's about 5 years old. As I understand it, from what I've read, it's ok as a beginners instrument, but I've heard alot of negativity about build quality being erratic.
What I was wondering is, if anybody could recommend a really good Intermediate level Oud, I'm looking for an Arabic Oud, it doesn't have to be highly ornate, I'm thinking more about sound, and particularly - good action and playability.
If you could put a rough estimate of the price (in £ or $ if poss), that'd be really helpful. I'm in the U.K. so if anyone here could recommend local suppliers of strings and Oud makers that'd also be great. Many thanks - Mark

ExtreamTarab - 10-25-2011 at 01:12 PM

Welcome to the forum Mark. I would suggest a Sukar oud, Mr. Sukar makes great ouds.

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