You should use the search feature to look up previous posts on the subject of choosing your (first?) oud. I happen to have posted a lot on the
subject, for instance:
Especially measure the action (the string height at the neck-bowl junction) and check the straightness of the neck, and how it lies relative to the
soundboard.
Do show us photos, including close-ups of the pegbox, and the bridge area. We'll help as best we can.
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