A Miras oud is a master-built instrument from the Miras Oud Workshop — a maker devoted entirely to raising the standard of the modern oud. Miras builds across the whole family: Arabic, Turkish, Iraqi and electric ouds, from accessible special models to one-off collector pieces. Every Miras oud pairs traditional Istanbul craftsmanship with careful modern refinement — narrower string spacing for easier playability and a voice shaped through extensive testing. At Sala Muzik each Miras oud is inspected and tuned before it ships.
Quick Recommendation — Stepping up to Miras: the Special Arabic Oud UNQ-2A by Miras ($1,999). Electric: Special Electric Turkish Oud UNQ-20E by Miras ($1,999). Premium figured wood: Special Turkish Brazilian Tulip Oud MRS-40 by Miras ($2,999). Flagship collector piece: 100-Year Legacy Oud by Miras ($6,999).
Quick picks by player type
Best step-up to Miras
Special Arabic Oud UNQ-2A by Miras$1,999 · Master-built Arabic oud, refined playability
Best Miras electric
Special Electric Turkish Oud UNQ-20E by Miras$1,999 · Built-in pickup — stage and silent practice
Best premium tonewood
Special Turkish Brazilian Tulip Oud MRS-40 by Miras$2,999 · Figured tulip wood, refined projection
The oud family — explore the other types
Miras builds across the oud family. To browse by tradition and shape, explore the wider collections:
Arabic OudLarger body · deep, full tone · Arabic maqam Turkish OudSmaller body · brighter, higher tuning Electric OudBuilt-in pickup · stage + silent practice All OudsThe complete oud collection Oud AccessoriesStrings, cases, risha picks, pickups
Choosing a Miras oud — the range at a glance
Miras builds at several levels, from accessible master-built ouds to rare flagship pieces. The tiers differ mainly in the tonewoods and the rarity of the instrument, not in the care that goes into them.
| Tier | Special and Uniq models | Premium models | Flagship pieces |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | From $1,999 | $2,999-$4,999 | Around $6,999 |
| Tonewoods | Walnut, mulberry, classic tonewoods | Cocobolo, Brazilian rosewood, dalbergia nigra | Rare, aged and highly figured woods |
| Made for | Stepping up to a master-built oud | Serious and professional players | Collectors and concert soloists |
| Examples | UNQ-2A, UNQ-20E electric | MRS-40, MRS-29 | 100-Year Legacy, Cocobolo Majesty |
Full breakdown in our blog: Choosing the Right Oud — A Guide to Types, Styles and What to Look For.
What makes a Miras oud
Four things define a Miras oud: playability, a tested voice, tonewoods, and setup.
- Playability — Miras narrows the string spacing and dials in a low, accurate action, so the fretless neck stays comfortable and easy to navigate.
- A tested voice — each design is refined through extensive sound testing, aiming for an even, projecting tone across the whole range.
- Tonewoods — from walnut and mulberry on the special models to cocobolo, Brazilian rosewood and dalbergia nigra on the premium and flagship instruments.
- Setup — every Miras oud is inspected and tuned by our specialists before it ships, so it arrives playing as intended.
About the Miras workshop
The Miras Oud Workshop set out with a clear aim: to raise the standard of the modern oud and put a master-built instrument within reach of more players. The workshop pairs traditional Istanbul craftsmanship with modern engineering — refining design and construction, narrowing string spacing for easier playability, and running extensive sound tests so every instrument meets a consistent standard. A Miras oud is the result: a hand-built instrument that honours the heritage of the oud while bringing genuine, practical improvements to how it plays.
FAQ
What is a Miras oud?
A Miras oud is a hand-built instrument from the Miras Oud Workshop, a maker focused on the modern oud. Miras builds Arabic, Turkish, Iraqi and electric ouds, and is known for refined playability, a carefully tested voice and premium tonewoods.
Are Miras ouds Arabic or Turkish?
Both, and more. Miras builds Arabic, Turkish and Iraqi ouds as well as electric models. Choose the type by the music you play — every Miras oud carries the same workshop playability and finish whatever the tradition.
What makes a Miras oud different?
Miras pairs traditional craftsmanship with modern refinements: narrower string spacing for easier playing, a sound shaped through extensive testing, and carefully selected tonewoods. The result is a master-built oud that is comfortable to play as well as beautiful.
How much does a Miras oud cost?
Miras ouds start around $1,999 for the special and Uniq models. Premium figured-wood instruments run roughly $2,999-$4,999, and one-off flagship pieces reach about $6,999. Every Miras oud at Sala Muzik is inspected and tuned before shipping.
Is a Miras oud suitable for beginners?
A Miras oud is a master-built instrument, best suited to intermediate and professional players, or to a committed beginner who wants to start on a serious oud. Its refined, low action and comfortable string spacing do make it forgiving to play.
Will my Miras oud arrive ready to play?
It is strung, set up and inspected by our specialists before dispatch and ships well protected, but it will almost certainly need re-tuning on arrival. An oud rarely holds its tuning through a long journey — string tension shifts in transit. That is completely normal, not a fault or shipping damage.
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