Description
The semi-hollow Arabic electric oud brings together the soulful voice of the traditional Arabic oud and the stage-ready reliability of modern electric design. Built around a resonant walnut bowl and a responsive Eastern spruce top, it delivers warm, distinctly Arabic acoustics while giving amplified players the control they need on stage and in the studio. It is an instrument made for musicians who refuse to choose between tradition and the demands of a modern stage.
Walnut Bowl and Eastern Spruce Top
The instrument is shaped around a deep walnut bowl paired with an Eastern spruce soundboard — a combination prized for its balance of low-end depth and singing clarity. The semi-hollow construction keeps the warm, breathing character of a classical oud, while limiting the runaway resonance that usually causes feedback once an oud is amplified. The result is a full-bodied tone that stays composed under a microphone or through a PA system, and an instrument that feels familiar to a traditional player while behaving predictably when plugged in.
Ebony Fingerboard, Guitar Pegs and Electronics
A smooth ebony fingerboard supports fast, fluid movement across the courses, while mechanical guitar-style pegs replace traditional friction pegs for quick, stable tuning that holds through long sets. The oud is strung with premium Kürschner strings for a wide dynamic range and is set up for standard Arabic course tuning, ready for maqam playing out of the case. An onboard Fishman Presys 301 preamp adds a built-in tuner, EQ and phase control, so amplified tone can be shaped directly from the instrument without an external rig.
Specifications
| Body (bowl) | Walnut |
| Top | Eastern spruce |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Pegs | Mechanical guitar pegs |
| Strings | Kürschner |
| Pickup | Fishman Presys 301 (tuner, EQ, phase) |
| Bowl dimensions | 50 × 35.5 × 12 cm |
| Scale length | 60 cm |
| Total length | 77 cm |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
Who It Is For
This oud suits intermediate and professional players who move between traditional and amplified settings — performers who need an authentic Arabic voice that can also hold its own in a band, a recording session or a busy live mix. Beginners drawn to electric playability will find the guitar-style pegs forgiving and the setup approachable, though the instrument truly rewards players already comfortable with oud technique who want a dependable amplified companion.
At Home in Arabic Music and Modern Fusion
Voiced for the maqam tradition of the oud, the semi-hollow design is equally comfortable in contemporary crossover music, where its controlled feedback and amplified clarity let the instrument sit alongside electric guitars and percussion. From classical taqsim to fusion projects and studio work, it bridges heritage technique and the modern stage without compromising either.
Care and Maintenance
Wipe the strings and top down after playing, keep the oud in stable, moderate humidity, and store it in its case away from direct heat. The mechanical pegs need no lubrication, and an occasional check of the battery in the Fishman preamp keeps the electronics performance-ready.
Tune Your Oud
Set your courses quickly and accurately with the free Tapadum online tuner: tuner.tapadum.com.
Curation and Craftsmanship
This Arabic oud is built by luthier Ahmet Topan, whose electric and semi-acoustic ouds are designed for working performers. The instrument is part of Tapadum’s electric oud collection, with strings and final setup curated by Sertan Sarioglu. Worldwide shipping & 15-day return.
