I'm new to the oud and i'm considering getting one from Libya maybe. There are some iraqi ones a friend told me, pair of 5's and one string. I play
the guitar but this is much harder obviously. Since i'm quite new, what are the important things i have to have in mind when buying an oud (wood,
design etc. I'm interested in ouds that can deliver a good sound and are a
combination b/n the ornamented types and standard. Any piece of advice is most welcome!
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. I'm interested in ouds that can deliver a good sound and are a
combination b/n the ornamented types and standard. Any piece of advice is most welcome! 
