THE OUD

Ancestor of the European lute - for an entry level instrument, this is beautifully made - only problem - the fingerboard was a bit roller coaster & I had to flatten it out.

The profile looks like the extra!

If you want to hear it, you might like to check this out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTx4nPzwRzY
I says it's a Turkish instrument, but this is pure bullshit - it's North African pure & simple!