I knew I had to make a video comparing Oud sounds.

It was 5 years ago I made the Ultimate Oud Buyer’s Guide. Back then I didn’t actually have a few examples of these Ouds in real life to actually hear them side to side.

Now, I have a few that I can show you in ONE video that showcases THREE different Ouds.

The Ouds…

Iraqi Oud

Maker: Faik Fadel

String length: 58.5 cm

Tuning: F-F

Turkish-made Arabic Oud

Maker: Yildirim Palabiyik

String length: 58.5 cm

Tuning: C-C

Greek-made Syrian Oud

Maker: Dimitri Rapakousious

String length: 61.5 cm

Tuning: C-C

Here’s the video. Tell me which you sounds the best to you.

 

2 Thoughts to “Oud Comparison Video: Iraqi, Turkish, Syrian”

  1. Mike Barsamian

    Hi Navid,
    After listening several times…..my first choice is Dimitri, 2nd goes Yildrim. It all depends on what one wants to compair? At least this is my thought. I would be proud to own anyone of the Ouds..
    Regards,
    MIKE Barsamian

  2. Humam

    This video is awesome. Great job.
    I love the Faik Fadel Oud. The sounds is beautiful.
    Thanks for sharing.

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