J.P. - 9-14-2007 at 07:21 AM
Hello,
i like to get some advice from you all. Nazih Ghadban has offered me to buy an oud model Al-Mawsili 2. I would like anybody who knows that model to
help me a little and write what they think of it.
I am used to play with an oud with 3 soundholes, but this model has only one - what effects (if any) and nuances does it have to the sound of the
oud.
Thank you all for your upcomming help.
Meursault - 9-16-2007 at 10:46 AM
J.P.:
I am the owner of Al-Mawsili 1 (you can see photos and hear a sound clip at http://www.mikeouds.com/messageboard/viewthread.php?tid=6307#pid379... ). I also own a 1910 Ikhwan Nahat, and the Ghadban is my preferred oud - that's how much I like it. The Ghadban has a great bass response - the
classic Arabic sound - but it's not too bassy. The strings in the upper register really sing and project like crazy. If I were you, I would not
hesitate to buy this oud. I don't think you'd be disappointed in the least.
Best,
Keith
Sunshy - 9-17-2007 at 01:47 AM
What a beautifu oud! The only thing more beautiful is the sound. Nice Meursault. If that's you playing, you have some skills 
Meursault - 9-17-2007 at 05:11 AM
Unfortunately, it's not me playing. It's Nazih.
amtaha - 9-17-2007 at 08:59 AM
Nazih's oud are radiant with character.
Wonderful choice, J.P.
excentrik - 9-26-2007 at 10:58 PM
My Ghadban is the love of my life- and he is a pleasure to deal with- in fact I'm gonna tell you now- just buy it! you will never regret it-
tarik