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Sombaty Plus vs. Solo Darbuka: Which One Should You Choose?
The darbuka is a staple in Middle Eastern and North African percussion, offering deep bass and crisp tek sounds that define its unique character. If you're looking to purchase a professional darbuk...
Arghul and Mijwiz: The Timeless Voices of Tradition
In the world of traditional wind instruments, few can match the hauntingly soulful and deeply evocative tones of the Arghul and the Mijwiz. These instruments, ancient in origin, are more than mere ...
Rifat - Uprising Ney Maker From Turkey
Hey everyone, this is Niri, your ney player from ArabInstruments.com. Like many professional ney players around the world, I’ve always been on the hunt for the ultimate Turkish ney. Great news—I’ve...
Discover the Magic of the Ney: 4 Compelling Reasons to Bring This Instrument into Your Life
The ney, an ancient wind instrument, has captivated musicians and listeners alike for centuries with its hauntingly beautiful sound. But the allure of the ney goes beyond its auditory charm. Here a...
The New Generation Darbuka: Perfect for Beginners and Pros Alike
The new generation darbuka is an excellent choice for both beginner and professional players. This solo model has an 8.6-inch (22 cm) skin, making it larger than the standard darbuka but smaller t...
Why Egyptian ouds are so unique?
Introduction: The world of musical instruments is vast and diverse, each culture contributing its own distinct sounds and styles. Among the treasures of musical heritage, the Egyptian oud stands ou...
10 reasons to start learning oud
Oud is extremely popular which is played by plucking, either ensemble or in solo. It has pear-shaped, fretless as well as descent short necked face has five or six strings. Mostly what features...
The Healing Beat: The Benefits of Darbuka Drumming for Children and People with ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults, characterized by symptoms such as hyperactivity, impulsivity, and difficulty ...
Essential 8 Tips for Preserving Your Ceramic Doumbek with Goat/Fish Skin
Proper maintenance is crucial for ensuring the longevity, performance, and pristine condition of your ceramic darbuka. By implementing regular care routines, you not only preserve the instrument's ...
From the Hands of Masters: The True Story of Mother of Pearl Darbuka Drums.
Mother of pearl is a material that has been used in various forms of art and decoration throughout history. In Egypt, it has been traditionally used to decorate and embellish musical instrument...
Exploring the Advantages of Learning to Play the Darbuka and How it Can Enrich Your Life
Exploring the Advantages of Learning to Play the Darbuka and How it Can Enrich Your Life The darbuka, has been played for centuries in various cultures around the world. It is a versatile instr...
Why Should Every Person Who Loves Music Consider Purchasing an Arabic or Turkish Ney?
Why should every person who loves music consider purchasing an Arabic or Turkish Ney? Are you looking to add a unique and enchanting sound to your musical collection? If so, then you should con...
Fascinating Facts Regarding the Arabic Oud Musical Instrument
The Arabic oud is a musical instrument that has been used for centuries in traditional Middle Eastern and North African music. Here are some fascinating facts and pros about the Arabic oud and ...
The Main Reasons Why You Must Have a Mother of Pearl Darbuka
The process of creating a mother of pearl darbuka is a meticulous one that requires skilled artisans. First, the drum is made from high-quality materials such as aluminum or copper, which are c...
Exploring the Benefits of Playing the Ney with Other Musical Instruments
Playing the ney with other musical instruments can have many advantages. Here are some of the benefits of playing the ney in an ensemble: 1. Expanded musical repertoire: Playing the ney w...
Where to Find the Best Oud Case In The World
If you decide to invest on an oud case, you have to go with Arab Instruments. We are proud to offer our first class oud case to protect your stringed instrument, along with the new keychain whic...
The Best ways to keep your darbuka in a perfect condition
The magic of Darbuka Drums is in the sounds it releases. The drums are fragile, especially those covered with pearls or made out of clay/ceramic. These materials need protection from scratches and ...
DARBUKA META - OUR NFT COLLECTION
A New NFT Collection in the Market. Darbuka Meta is the first to transform the darbuka drums into an NFT collection, and it was through them that the reflection of ancient Egyptian cultur...
What So Special About The Crown Darbuka
The Crown Darbuka Over the last 12 years, we have built and designed thousands of darbuka models for almost every player’s level. In mid- 2019 Arab Instruments decided to design a premium darbuk...
How To Choose Your First Ney - The Complete Tutorial
Which Ney Should I Choose as a Beginner Player Choosing the right ney as a beginner can be challenging.There are many types of neys, including different styles like Arabic ney and Turkish ney.S...