nave
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confusion of oud
I've been interested in purchasing an oud ever since I was a small child. Though, I am uncertain upon where to find something in which I will not be
taken advantage of (poor pictures on ebay, trickery of words, etc). I am looking to spend $150-300(USD) total, whether shipping is part of that or
not, whatever. 300 total max. If anyone knows of anything in los angeles area, or a great online deal, I'd love to know!!! 
Though I am uneducated, I am leaning away from Egyptian ouds because I don't want a smelly oud. If anyone can give me a simple rundown of the
different oudies, that'd be great.
Thanks so much!
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Jonathan
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I wouldn't really take that into consideration. All ouds smell a bit in the beginning--I am pretty sure it is the glue, but others more experienced
than myself can answer that one. Just leave it out of the case for a while, it will go away. It's no big deal. The first oud I bought was a new
Turkish one, and it smelled pretty rough in the beginning, but it all went away, and it sounds sweet. I use it all the time. So, don't use that as
your criteria as to what type of oud to buy.
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spyros mesogeia
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Dear friend,
usually the cheap quality varnishes,or polyester varnishes may smell ''ugly'' as you say,that is why always I prefer the unvarnished
soundboards,anyhow
My advice to you is to buy a quality instrument,believe me,you will not regret it
Best Regards
Spyros
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nave
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Would you say that 300 is insufficient? Keep in mind I am a completely unexperienced player.
Thanks for the help so far.
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SamirCanada
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I have a nice Khalifeh wich would proabably suit your needs for a beginer oud. I can send you pictures and a sound clip if you wish.
email me at samir_nassif@hotmail.com it comes with a nice soft case. And you could have it the same week and since I'll ship it from Ottawa Canada,
you can pay in Canadian dollars  witch is slightly better for you since your in
the states. Either way we can discuss price and all that.
Cheers, SAmir
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nave
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My email address is navethechimp@hotmail.com. I would love photos and a soundclip. I've gotten a few private messages from people wanted to sell me
ouds, so I'm not sure where to do with it all. Sound clips would be enticing. 
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