Premium Arabic Oud – Abalone Rosette (Fa–Fa Tuning)

Premium Arabic Oud – Abalone Rosette (Fa–Fa Tuning)

A professional Arabic oud designed for players who want a deep, warm sound and a luxurious visual look. Hand–crafted with carefully selected tonewoods and detailed abalone inlay, this instrument is ready for stage, studio and serious students.

Wood & Construction

• Soundboard: Solid cedar top with straight grain for fast response and a warm, rounded tone.
• Body (bowl & ribs): Selected walnut for rich low frequencies and stable projection.
• Fingerboard & pegbox: Dark hardwood / ebony-style fingerboard for smooth shifting and long-term durability.
• Decoration: Hand–cut abalone / mother-of-pearl rosette, pickguard and side inlay for a premium custom look.
• Bridge & nut: Precision carved for comfortable action and stable intonation across the whole neck.

Tonality & Sound

• Overall character: Warm, deep Arabic tone with powerful bass and clear, singing trebles.
• Projection: Focused and balanced volume, ideal for both solo taqasim and ensemble playing.
• Sustain: Long, clean sustain that supports expressive vibrato and legato phrasing.
• Articulation: Quick attack and high sensitivity to right-hand dynamics for detailed phrasing.

Tuning & Setup

• Delivered in standard Arabic Fa–Fa tuning: F – A – D – G – C – F (low to high).
• Professional setup with comfortable string height for long practice and performance sessions.
• Compatible with popular high-quality Arabic oud string sets (LaBella, Kürschner, and similar brands).

Best For

• Intermediate and professional players looking for a reliable main instrument.
• Traditional, classical Arabic repertoire, taqasim, and modern fusion projects.