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New Tortis Risha!

aldokhi - 7-25-2005 at 04:17 PM

Hi all,

I just got my New Tortis risha from Mizrab Risha (website in oud link page).

I have used plastic from every can, bottle and container I got my hands on. this is definitly the real deal, it's smooth like butter (or Lebny) the sound is very clear without the harsh clicks of plastic. the grip is wonderful and my hands don't smell like shampoo or Clorex bleach anymore.
excellent stuff. worth the 20 bucks.

if you just started playing oud, this may not be the right material for you, as it will likely break. so stick with the plastic bottles, it's the right of passage to the more sophisticated Tortis (as you get your hands more relaxed with practice).

Aldokhi

Jameel - 8-13-2005 at 11:41 AM

Thanks for the nice comments.

I'm making picks now from a new color of "new tortis" I'm calling "mosaic". Due to the more opaque quality of the material, in my initial tests it seems to be more durable. I'm also offering a larger size now for no extra charge. Check it out:

http://www.msocp.com/newtortis.htm

syrianoud - 8-13-2005 at 03:51 PM

I am still waiting for mine . I placed the order on Aug. 5th hope to get it soon . so i can order other colors. Looks very nice and i herd many good things about it and watched the short Video how to file it when needed.
Jamil what other Rishas do you sell ? Best regards Samir

adamgood - 8-13-2005 at 04:37 PM

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Originally posted by Jameel
I'm making picks now from a new color of "new tortis" I'm calling "mosaic". Due to the more opaque quality of the material, in my initial tests it seems to be more durable. I'm also offering a larger size now for no extra charge.

jameel,

how thick are these picks? if they are a bit thick, cool! i would really like to try one. or if you can make them of different thickness i would like to talk to you about that. I know what i want, i just haven't tried it yet.

let me know!

best,
adam

oudplayer - 8-13-2005 at 06:46 PM

hey jameel
what are thes pics made of and where do u buy the matiraial
thx sammy

Jameel - 8-14-2005 at 03:20 AM

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I can make it to the thickness you like. If you have something specific in mind, send me an e-mail.

syrianoud - 8-18-2005 at 03:04 PM

Mr. Jameel ...SALAMAT

I just got my New Tortis today ,I am so happy , it is such a great product , it is worth the money and even more that I paid. Very well Job done ,Very good material, feels very good when you hold it .The size is just PERFECT. I did place an order for the MOSAIC one hope to get it soon ...But no big rush I have one where I can enjoy now. Salamat keep a good Job going and wish you the very best of luck...Samir

Jameel - 8-18-2005 at 03:32 PM

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Originally posted by oudplayer
hey jameel
what are thes pics made of and where do u buy the matiraial
thx sammy

The picks are made from a polymerized animal protein. In other words, it's very close to real turtle shell. So close that most people can't tell the difference. If I told your where I got the stuff, I'd have to, well, you know the rest of the saying!

Samir---I'm glad you like the pick!