gargoylehaven
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Replacement nut for an Oud...
I just picked up an Oud, but the nut is broken and I need to replace it, where can I find a replacement nut. As a side note, any recommendations for
a site for strings? It is missing 3 strings as well (it's an inexpensive 'starter' I picked up used). I have experience building instruments, so
replacing the nut myself is no big deal....
Thanks....
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MatthewW
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check it out-
http://www.mikeouds.com/messageboard/viewthread.php?tid=7581
for North America try Jameel- http://www.khalafoud.com/accessories.htm
or Yori at: <mundo.instruments@gmail.com>
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jdowning
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For materials, luthier supply houses in the USA like Stewart MacDonald at http://www.stewmac.com or Luthiers Mercantile at http://www.lmii.com. stock most requirements.
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amtaha
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http://www.mikeouds.com/messageboard/viewthread.php?tid=3454
I had a try at replacing a nut first. I got a blank bone nut from a guitar shop (Most ones would have it.) Within th link there's advice on the
relevant measurements.
Interestingly enough, last time I was at a guitar shop they said I should try some other white synthetic material (forgot the name). They said it
would to give a better sound.
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