Blog.
Field notes, workshop visits and long reads from the atelier.
— Buying Guide · 4 min
Best Oud for Beginners: Which Tapadum Model to Buy First
— Buying Guide · 6 min
Electric & Silent Oud: The Complete Guide
— Buying Guide · 7 min
The Oud: A Complete Guide to Types, Tuning, and Choosing Your First One (2026)
— Buying Guide · 10 min
The Santur: A Complete Guide to the Persian Hammered Dulcimer (2026)
— Buying Guide · 5 min
Choosing Between Clay and Aluminum Darbuka: A Detailed Comparison
— News · 2 min
Tapadum at Eufonica 2026: Meet Us in Bologna, 15–17 May
— Buying Guide · 8 min
The Best Handpans for Beginners: How to Choose Your First Handpan
— Buying Guide · 9 min
The Daf: From Sufi Ceremony to the Modern Sound Bath — A Guide to the Persian Frame Drum
— Tuning Systems · 4 min
How to Tune an Arabic Oud: A Complete Guide for Beginners and Professionals
— Tuning Systems · 3 min