michael1
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buying a Turkish oud
Hi all,
I live in Istanbul and would like to buy an oud. I would like to buy a Turkish oud that is a decent instrument and not just a low quality or touristy
piece.
I already play saz and guitar and would like to learn the oud to a reasonable level.
Please can anyone recommend a shop/maker or brand in Istanbul, I know Faruk Turunz is an excellent maker, but as an English teacher in Istanbul I am
earning about $1000 per month. Is it really not worth buying anything cheaper, or should I save up for a reduced Turunz oud, or can a cheaper brand
be quite good?
Any advice would be gratefully received
Cheers
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Edward6311
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Ouds in Istanbul
I have a Faruk Turunz Arabic custom single. I have had it four about 4 years now. It is absolutely Amazing! I’ve also heard good things about his
reduced priced Ouds. If possible I would definitely recommend getting an Oud from Faruk Turunz. It may cost more but in my opinion it’s worth every
penny.
Edward
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stavros
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There are other excellent oud makers in Istanbul. Check Mustafa Copcuoglu, Hatef Shaterian, Ramazan Calay, at rather fare prices.
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Tulis
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Quote: Originally posted by stavros  | | There are other excellent oud makers in Istanbul. Check Mustafa Copcuoglu, Hatef Shaterian, Ramazan Calay, at rather fare prices.
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Greg
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And one more definitely worth talking to - Dr. Cengiz Sarikus
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michael1
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Thanks for the responses, that's really helpful
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soner
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Beside the above listed oud makers there is also Salih Bilgi an oud maker from the younger generation. You can check his instruments on his instagram
page: https://www.instagram.com/salihbilgiouds/
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