wordsfail
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Best affordable oud for beginner
Hello,
I've been wanting to learn the oud for many years and am finally ready to get one. I'm a true beginner, with very minimal musical training. Can you
all recommend a good beginner oud for around $500? I am thinking the Zeryab from Maurice Oud Shop. http://www.mauriceoudshop.com/syrian-oud-037/ Is this a good one? I am more partial to the sound of a Turkish oud, but have not found one in my
price range.
Suggestions appreciated.
Thanks!
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coolsciguy
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Quote: Originally posted by wordsfail  | Hello,
I've been wanting to learn the oud for many years and am finally ready to get one. I'm a true beginner, with very minimal musical training. Can you
all recommend a good beginner oud for around $500? I am thinking the Zeryab from Maurice Oud Shop. http://www.mauriceoudshop.com/syrian-oud-037/ Is this a good one? I am more partial to the sound of a Turkish oud, but have not found one in my
price range.
Suggestions appreciated.
Thanks! |
Hi there,
I was in your shoes last spring and ordered a Zeryab from mike @ Maurice Oud Shop. He provided great support and I have been very happy with the oud I
got from him. Zeryabs are the most consistent instruments in this price range one can buy. Before buying the Zeryab, I ordered a beginner oud from
Turkey which was not playable and it's eating dust.
Hope this helps.
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paulO
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Hi Wordsfail,
It might be better if you could try before you buy. The oud needs to 'fit' you.
If it's a struggle to hold, it can take a toll on your picking arm's shoulder.
Just a thought. Good luck.
Regards - PaulO
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