Jason - 9-3-2006 at 05:30 AM
I'm thinking of getting this oud
http://cgi.ebay.com/Professional-Top-Sukar-oud-handmade-Lute-UD_W0Q...
Jason - 9-10-2006 at 04:33 PM
This oud has a 61cm string length. Can I tune it EABEAD if I use turkish tuning or low tension strings?
Jason - 9-11-2006 at 07:30 PM
I should say that this may or not be temporary depending on the tension of the strings. I have a recital coming up and would like to be able to use
the tuning that I have been practicing the pieces in if I decide to use the Sukar.
Greg - 9-11-2006 at 11:34 PM
Hi Jason,
As none of the experts have responded, I will jump in with my .02c worth.
As you know, it is not good practice to tune an Arabic oud to Turkish tuning for reasons of the extra tension.
However, if you choose the string gauges carefully to ensure they will exert the same, or less tension as that exerted by an Arabic stringset tuned to
Arabic tuning, there should be no danger.
There is also the consideration that ouds should be designed to work best with the frequencies (tuning) they are designed for. So the tonal result may
not be optimal.
Regards,
Greg
Jason - 9-12-2006 at 04:06 AM
Thanks for the help Greg. I really like the looks of this oud but I am starting to wonder if I would be better off sticking with an instrument with
58.5cm string length.
peppeo77 - 9-12-2006 at 07:02 AM
Hi Jason,
I have a Sukar oud arabic size, and I suggest you not to try hi tensions on this oud. I've tried once and I had cracks on the top in return...
Expecially if it's brand new, use Aquila strings on it with the arabic tuning (I suggest you to try the turkish set and tune it one step down, or the
new arabic low tension set they have).
I'm sure you'll love it 'cause it sounds gorgeous this way. Welcome in the Sukar's club...
Ciao ciao, Giuseppe.