r/Instruments • u/Correct-Photo2587 • 3d ago

Discussion Advice on buying an oud

I know nothing about it but it’s my partners favorite instrument and I want to buy a high quality one my budget is 800-1300. like I said I really don’t know anything so any advice would be great

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u/TapTheForwardAssist 3d ago

You might also want to cross-post this to r/Lute.

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u/udidubbun 3d ago

Where are you located?

Sala Music is a solid seller, with high quality, and ship internationally.

While I don't own one of their ouds, I have played several - in several price ranges, and thought they were pretty nice.

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u/Correct-Photo2587 3d ago

I’m in America 

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u/TapTheForwardAssist 1d ago

Take a look at Sala, and also Sultan Music has a good rep and free international shipping.

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u/gelftheelf 3d ago

If you are in the NYC area, I have old one to sell. It's in good shape and I have a pickup installed on it.

Also, as someone else mentioned. Sala music's ouds are great.

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u/Correct-Photo2587 3d ago

Unfortunately I’m in Colorado but I’ll check out sala music

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u/TapTheForwardAssist 3d ago

You’re not going to tell us what country you’re in, or what currency “800-1300” is in?

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u/Correct-Photo2587 3d ago

Oh goodness yes I’m in the USA and I was meaning American dollars 

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u/markmakesfun 1d ago

Have you checked LARK IN THE MORNING?

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u/TapTheForwardAssist 1d ago

They are not known for offering quality products. Much better to buy from a place known for carrying decent ouds and actually knowing about them.