6 x Professional Oud Risha SOP-206
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6 x Professional Oud Risha SOP-206
The buyer will receive 6 pcs Oud picks (rishas) with different thicknesses.
The SOP-206 set contains six oud picks (rishas) in different thicknesses. The assortment lets players compare how different thicknesses feel and respond during practice or performance.
About the Oud
For many, the oud is the “king of instruments”. This short-neck, pear-shaped stringed instrument is made of wood, similar to a lute. Its origins date back to the earliest Arab civilizations, with the instrument's name derived from the Arabic for 'the wood' (al-oud). Its popularity quickly spread and today, the oud forms a core part of the musical traditions of countries across central Asia, Anatolia, the Balkans, North Africa, and the Middle East.
How to Choose an Oud Risha
The oud strings were traditionally plucked using an eagle's feather, known in the Arab world as a risha (and in Turkey as a mizrap). However, eagle feathers are not readily available today, so modern players use other materials. Many professional players use a risha made from horn (cow, for example), softened first by being soaked in oil. Plastic rishas are also very popular for both beginners and professionals due to their availability and price.
How to Hold an Oud Risha
There are multiple ways to hold the risha. You may learn one way and later change it according to your style or comfort. For example, you can hold the risha between your index finger and thumb, not allowing too much or too little to stick out. The rest of your fingers curl around the risha; your thumb is curved. Alternatively, you can hold it the same way but shorten the length sticking out from between your fingers — this lets you play harder and stronger. A thick, heavy risha hits a bigger string area, which is good for rhythmical playing, but it may feel clumsy when finesse is required.
The strings of the oud are struck with the tip of the risha. Downstrokes, upstrokes, or a mixture of both are used depending on the player's preference or the desired effect (downstrokes tend to produce more volume and a sharper 'attack'). Rapid alternation between down- and upstrokes is known as tremolo. A good risha technique is one of the main signs of an accomplished oud player, so it is worth spending time on this aspect of your playing.
When Will I receive my order?
The delivery time by free shipping is 3-5 weeks to worldwide.
The delivery time by DHL shipping is 2-4 days to worldwide.
Does Sala Muzik Ship Internationally?
We currently ship anywhere in the World.
