Premium Arabic Oud SALA-A8
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Premium Arabic Oud SALA-A8 – Wenge & Cedar
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The SALA-A8 is a handcrafted Arabic oud made in Istanbul, with a wenge bowl and neck, a selected cedar soundboard, and an ebony fingerboard. It is built for players looking for the deep, warm character of an Arabic oud.
Hear the SALA-A8 with Dr. Mehmet Bitmez
In the accompanying video, Dr. Mehmet Bitmez plays the SALA-A8 and shares his impressions of its tone, intonation, and craftsmanship. Listen to the demonstration to get a sense of the instrument’s sound before choosing your oud.
The instrument featured in the video was made by Esma, a young luthier working with MirasLute for Sala Muzik. Dr. Mehmet Bitmez introduces her work and discusses the bracing beneath the soundboard, giving you a closer look at the craftsmanship behind the oud he is playing.
Specifications:
Model: SALA-A8
Instrument type: Arabic oud
Bowl: Wenge
Neck: Wenge
Soundboard: Selected cedar
Fingerboard: Ebony
Strings: 11 strings in 6 courses: 5 pairs and 1 single bass string
Arabic tuning, low to high: C2 – G2 – A2 – D3 – G3 – C4
Made in: Istanbul, Türkiye
What’s Included
Your SALA-A8 comes with a soft case, a replacement set of strings, and a risha (oud plectrum).
When Will I receive my order?
Free shipping to the United States takes 3–5 business days.
For destinations outside the United States, free shipping takes 3–5 weeks and DHL shipping takes 2–4 days.
Does Sala Muzik Ship Internationally?
We currently ship anywhere in the World.
