Fikaar Master-Crafted Oud by Ibrahim Sukkar (Includes Hard Case)

Specifications

• Face (Top): Spruce
• Bowl (Back): Two-Tone Walnut (or) Walnut & Mahogany
• Pegs: Beech wood
• Strings: Professional Sukkar Strings (handmade by the luthier)

Dimensions

• Scale Length (Bridge-to-Nut): 60 cm
• Neck Length: 20 cm
• Bowl Length: 52.5 cm
• Bowl Width: 36.5 cm

Neck Reinforcement: Features the signature Sukkar Adjustable Bolt-on Neck. This rare innovation ensures perfect neck alignment and allows players to easily customize their string height (action) with a simple key—a massive advantage over traditional fixed-neck Ouds.

Included Accessories

• Hard Case: Includes a durable Fiber Hard Case. These cases are handmade directly by Ibrahim Sukkar to ensure a perfect fit and maximum protection.

Note on Handcrafted Nature

• Photos: Please note that the photos shown are of a representative model. Because every Ibrahim Sukkar Oud is individually hand-carved and assembled, there may be slight variations in the ornamental details or wood grain compared to the images. This uniqueness is a hallmark of an authentic handmade instrument.

Shipping & Fulfillment

• Standard Handling: For instruments currently in stock, please allow 3-5 business days for final acoustic setup and secure casing. If a model is out of stock, your purchase will secure a fresh build directly from the luthier’s workbench. These made-to-order instruments typically require 2 to 4 weeks for crafting, depending on the master’s schedule.
• Batch & Custom Orders: For orders of multiple instruments (2 or more) or custom-built commissions, please allow 20-25 business days for the luthier to manufacture and prepare the instruments. We will keep you updated on the progress of your build.
• Delivery Estimate: This instrument ships directly from the original Ibrahim Sukkar workshop via Lebanon. Delivery typically takes 10-15 business days, though transit times may vary depending on the destination country’s customs and postal services.
• ⚠️ Important Tracking Note: Due to international logistics, instruments are transported from the workshop to our dispatch center in Lebanon. Please allow up to 10 business days for this internal transfer and customs processing before your official international tracking number is generated.

About the Maker: Ibrahim Sukkar

Ibrahim Sukkar is a renowned master luthier from the Levant, celebrated for reviving and modernizing traditional Oud craftsmanship. A Mechanical Engineer by training and a musician by passion, Sukkar combines acoustic physics with traditional artistry.

Since establishing his workshop in 1989, he has pioneered several innovations in Oud stability and sound projection, including unique internal neck-adjustment mechanisms. Sukkar is an internationally awarded craftsman, having received accolades at prestigious music festivals in Egypt, Oman, Qatar, and Morocco. When you play a Sukkar Oud, you are playing an instrument built with engineering precision and a musician’s soul.

Shop Policies: International Shipping & Customs

Customs, Duties, and Import Taxes Please be aware that this item ships directly from the luthier’s workshop through Lebanon.

• Buyer Responsibility: International customers are responsible for any customs duties, import taxes, or VAT fees imposed by their specific country. These fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
• Delays: While we estimate a delivery window of 10-15 business days, packages may occasionally be held at customs for inspection. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs departments.

Returns & Refunds

• Return Policy: We want you to be happy with your instrument. Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery.
• Conditions: The instrument must be returned in its original, unmodified condition with all packaging and accessories (including the hard case).
• Return Shipping: The buyer is responsible for all return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, any loss in value will be deducted from the refund.+1

Damage in Transit

• In the unlikely event that your Oud arrives damaged, please take clear photos of the packaging and the damage immediately and contact us within 24 hours of delivery so we can resolve the issue with the carrier.