Rawi Oud

Rawi means “the storyteller,” a name that reflects the oud’s role as a voice for memory, poetry, and musical expression.

With its dark wenge bowl, spruce soundboard, and clean open soundholes, the Rawi Oud makes an immediate impression of depth, focus, and quiet authority. Its look is more minimal and contemporary, yet still rooted in the instrument's traditional character.

Within the Tarablic collection, Rawi stands out for its bold visual identity and more serious, grounded presence. For the customer, it offers a darker, more distinctive expression than the lighter, more decorative models, while retaining the brand's premium craftsmanship and clear design language. The wenge bowl gives the instrument a sleek, commanding appearance that feels refined, confident, and highly intentional.

Its wenge construction suggests a tone with depth, focus, and strong definition. Wenge often brings a tighter, more controlled response with a darker tonal character, while the spruce soundboard helps maintain clarity, projection, and articulation under the hand. Together, these points to an oud with a clear attack, solid presence, and a voice that feels centered and expressive.

Rawi is a strong choice for players who want a serious visual character, dependable performance, and an oud with depth in both sound and presence.

DETAILS:

Model: TAR113B
Bowl: Wenge
Soundboard: Spruce
Pegs: Ebony
Fingerboard: Ebony
Soundhole Shape: Oval
Soundhole Rosette: None
Mosaic: Natural Woods
Strings: Included
Case: Double-padded soft case included
Picks: One soft and one medium pick included

SPECIFICATIONS:

Bridge: Movable
Neck Length: 19.5 cm (7.68 in)
Bowl Length: 50.5 cm (19.88 in) 
Bowl Width: 36.5 cm (14.37 in)