Egyptian Standard Oud w/ Soft Case - Minor Blemished

Egyptian Standard Oud w/ Soft Case - Minor Blemished

Scratch & Dent Savings!!! Product codes ending in "-1" are Minor Blemished. They are New and Unused with Superficial minor blemishes that may include, blisters in the finish, scratches, dents, stains, discoloration, rust or pitting on metals, imperfect glazes, non-structural repairs such as putty in nail holes, or other surface marks. The irregularity does not affect the play ability or sound quality of the instrument. These are a good value. Hand made so decorations may vary. Oud, Egyptian standard with soft Case. This oud has the classic tear-drop shape. The body has monochromatic hardwoods, 17 staves, decoration on the back. The three round sound holes have decorative rosette inserts (rosette and pick guard designs vary) and are trimmed with faux mother of pearl inlay. The soundboard has a spruce finish. Tuning pegs/levers are painted wood pegs. There are eleven strings. The bridge is fixed. The finger board decorations may vary. Note: Whether you purchase an instrument on-line or from a physical store locally, it is recommended that you change the strings on your new instrument as soon as you receive it. The strings of an instrument both in a store or shipped to you are exposed to air and different environments prior to you receiving it. During this time the strings WILL oxidize, decreasing it's life expectancy and reducing the quality of it's sound. On occasion instruments may even arrive with a broken string, therefore, it is recommended that you purchase a replacement set of strings and consider changing your strings as soon as it arrives. Learning to change strings should be the first lesson learned when embarking on the journey of playing a new instrument. Features: Body/Bowl: 20" L x 8.25" W x 14.5" H Neck at Nut: 1.5" in width Neck at Body Joint: 2.25" in width Nut: 1.031" in width, made from bone Strings at the Nut: 1.25" in width Strings at Bridge: 3" in width Scale Length: 23.75" 12 painted wood tuning pegs/levers Fret type: Fretless Includes nylon padded gig bag with pick Decorations may vary Shipped insured Brand New!