Zeryab Arabic Shami Oud – Assorted Wood Finishes

Zeryab Arabic Shami Oud – Traditional Levantine Style (Assorted Finishes)

The Zeryab Arabic Shami Oud is a handcrafted Arabic string instrument built in the authentic Shami (Levantine/Syrian) style, known for its warm and slightly dry tonal character favored by oud players across the Arab world. Crafted by the renowned Zeryab workshop of the Ali Khalifeh family, this oud reflects generations of traditional luthiery combined with modern refinements for reliable playability.

This model is offered in two assorted natural finish variants. Both variants share identical construction, materials, dimensions, and tonal qualities, differing only in visual appearance. Finish selection is subject to availability.

Key Features

• Instrument Type: Arabic oud in traditional Shami (Levantine/Syrian) style
• Top Material: Solid cedar wood for warm, resonant projection
• Bowl Back: High-gloss striped hardwood construction
• Neck: Fretless hardwood neck designed for microtonal maqam performance
• Fingerboard: Ebony or dark hardwood for smooth, responsive playability
• Tuning Pegs: Ebony or hardwood friction pegs, hand-fitted
• Truss Rod: Integrated adjustable truss rod for improved neck stability and setup control
• Bridge: Traditional fixed hardwood bridge
• Strings: Typically strung with high-quality Arabic oud strings
• Tuning: Standard Arabic tuning (commonly C–F–A–D–G–C)
• Finish: Assorted natural wood finishes (two variants)

Specifications

Why Choose This Oud?

• Authentic Levantine Sound: Voiced for traditional Shami music and maqam performance
• Elegant Craftsmanship: Gloss-finished bowl with classic rosette detailing
• Improved Playability: Adjustable truss rod for precise setup
• Consistent Quality: Same construction and tone across both finish variants

Designed for Expressive Arabic Performance

The Zeryab Arabic Shami Oud delivers a refined balance of tradition, comfort, and tonal depth. Offered in two assorted finishes, it provides visual variety while maintaining the same professional sound and build quality—making it an excellent choice for advanced students, cultural ensembles, and dedicated performers of Levantine Arabic music.