new to the Oud

Hey guys, Glad I ran across this site, it seems to be the place for all things Oud. I picked up my first Oud about 2 months ago, my parents own a music store and happened to take one in on trade, knowing my fascination with acoustic middle eastern music ( among other things) she called me and asked if i would be interested in it, oddly enough i had been looking at Ouds online for 2 weeks before hand. The Oud is a Sadattin Sandi the model number is MUA-30. it seems to be a very nice instrument and is of a much higher calibre than my playing . I intended to get an Arabic Oud as i really like the sound of a good Arabic Oud solo, but for the price I got this one for I will happily make due.

I am as basic as basic can get, I cannot read print music and have just been learning parts of songs by ear. Is anyone aware of any other Oud players in the central california area? i would love to meet someone and possibly take lessons. anyway, thanks for having such an awesome site guys, take care!!

Jaylon ( or Jay )

Spyros, I am in Escalon which is near modesto and stockton


Daniele, Since my oud came from my parents music store, i got a very good deal on it. as far as i can tell this model runs just over $1,000 heres the only US supplier ive found http://larkinthemorning.com , they call it the "artist oud" or "oud012", all of the construction information is there, or you can look here http://www.cankayamuzikevi.com go to catalogue and look at model MUA-30. Mine has one blemish from bieng bumped into something and 2 small scratches in the finish on the back but nothing that effects playability.

thanks guys!

Jaylon

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