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mavrothis
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My Najarian oud
Hi guys,
I'm considering selling my Najarian oud, and I'm curious if anyone here in the forums would be interested in it. If so, I'll be happy to post some
new recordings for you to hear.
Here's the story on my oud:
It is a 500 series oud (#500-8) and was custom made for me in 2002.
The top is spruce, the fingerboard and pegs are ebony, and the back is walnut/mahogany with maple spacers.
I have installed very high quality piezo pickups inside under the bridge (4 total) made by K&K - they are the Pure Classic model, designed for
classical guitar - K&K Sound - They give a very clear and warm tone, especially when used with a high quality preamp.
Dincer Dalkilic recently brought the action down a little for me and replaced the old nut with one of his own which he made of bone. He did great
work and the spacing of the strings is now even better, so it's even more comfortable to play now than before.
Lastly, I use only custom ordered Pyramid lute strings, which are around $50/set. There is a new set on the oud now and one more would be included
with the oud if it is sold (for 57.5 cm string length, tuning EABead from lowest to highest).
These are the details of the oud. If anyone is interested, I will happily post some audio, both acoustic and through my amplifier. Over the past
three years the sound and projection have really opened up on this oud, and it will only continue to improve in tone. It has a very strong, clear,
and traditional sound. I like it for both classical and folk/urban style music, and it plays very easily.
I hope if I can sell it that it will go to someone who really enjoys playing and appreciates a high quality instrument. 
With the case I am asking $2200 including shipping/insurance. Here are the pictures.
Take care,
mavrothis
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mavrothis
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Here is a close up of the front.
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The fingerboard.
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mavrothis
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The back view.
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mavrothis
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Close up of the bowl.
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mavrothis
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Close up of the neck.
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mavrothis
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Side view of the pegbox.
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Front view of pegbox.
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mavrothis
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Rosettes.
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mavrothis
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Last one, bottom of the oud.
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Jameel
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Hey Mav,
You've raved about this oud forever it seems, what's changed?
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mavrothis
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Hi Jameel,
Nothing's changed, it's still an excellent oud. It's actually better than it was originally, b/c the tone has opened up and the playability is
improved.
There is one thing that is on my mind though; consistency. The scale/string length on my newest oud is a little longer, with a wider fingerboard. I
enjoy this, even if it sounds counterintuitive. The Najarian is a different animal, based more on older style ouds, like Karibyan instruments, and
not the more modern Turkish style, like Dincer Dalkilic's instruments.
This is a nitpicky thing. The oud is really excellent, but now that I've found that I prefer to have a little longer string length and wider
fingerboard, I'd like the Turkish style ouds I have to be consistent in that regard. So when I practice on one, it's like practicing on the other,
etc.
So that's the story. If I can sell my Najarian, I will invest in another oud that is built to the scale I now know I prefer.
Take care,
mavrothis
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mavrothis
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Sound file - Kapris by S. M. Targan
Hi guys,
When I was trying to think of what I should play as a sound file for my Najarian, I decided to have some fun. So here is my take on Sherif Muhiddin
Targan's "Kapris." I know it's not perfect, but I hope you enjoy it. For a better quality soundfile (this one is compressed quite a bit) go to Oud Cafe Recordings Page. It's listed there too.
Take care,
mavrothis
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eliot
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Is that recorded through the internal pickups?
(I don't need any more ouds, but I'm always looking for better electronics systems for the ones I do have...)
- nice playing, BTW!
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mavrothis
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Hi,
Thanks. No, this was acoustic. I'll post a clip using the pickups soon.
Take care,
mavrothis
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Jameel
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WOW! That's excellent, Mav. I'm impressed. 
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oudplayer
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hey mav sup
that was really really good it was fine and hope u only get beter.
thx sammy and looking foward how it sounds amped
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Andy
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 BRAVO excellent
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LeeVaris
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Wow... Mav!
That's some playing there. A very difficult piece to even attempt and you managed to pull it off. When is your album coming out? 
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Multi Kulti
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I like it i like it !!!!!!!!!
Bravo mavroudi eisai asteri!
nikos
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mavrothis
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Hey guys,
Thanks a lot. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Of course I'm working on it pretty
constantly, trying to even some parts out, be cleaner, etc.
But I appreciate the kind words a lot. Thanks!
Euxaristw!
Take care,
mav
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spyros mesogeia
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Mavro Bro what can I say,
As I told you and before,when we will meet I will ask you to give me some lessons
Bravo aderfe,eimai perhfanos poly re file poy eimaste filarakia,egrapses.
Regards to all
Spyros Koliavasilis
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habeebkum
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the oud looks great and ur playing is superb mav! take care
habeebkum
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Africain
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Wow wonderful piece, clean fingers !!! and to much expressive !!!
Why you want to sell you ud then????
Is this Greek music ? I love it
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mavrothis
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Hi,
This was an attempt to play the Kapris (Caprice) by Sheriff Muhiddin Targan, a very famous Turkish oud/cello player and composer. He was a very
important figure in modern Middle Eastern music, both in Turkey and Iraq.
Thanks for you great comments.
Take care,
mavrothis
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