Best-Service Arabic Oud Virtual Instrument: (Crossgrade from Arabic E-Oud, Download)

Experience the authentic sound of the Middle East with this professional-grade Arabic Oud virtual instrument, meticulously crafted through collaboration with renowned Oud virtuoso Bassam Ayoub. This crossgrade edition is designed for registered users of Arabic E-Oud or Qanun who wish to expand their oriental instrument collection with the acoustic counterpart. The Arabic Oud brings centuries of musical tradition into your modern DAW environment, offering an incredibly versatile and expressive sound palette that captures the essence of “The Queen of Instruments.”

Built on the Engine Player platform, this virtual instrument delivers exceptional playability and realism through meticulously recorded samples from three distinct instruments. The interface provides intuitive access to authentic microtunings essential for Maqam performance, including Bayati, Rast, Saba, and Seka tunings with multiple variants and selectable root keys. Advanced keyswitch technology—featuring both Latch and Hold modes—enables seamless switching between playing techniques, allowing you to create incredibly realistic performances suitable for both studio production and live performance scenarios.

Bassam Ayoub’s extensive experience in sampling oriental instruments is evident in every aspect of this library. His performances and recordings emphasize authentic sound reproduction for both melodic playing and rhythmic accompaniment, making this instrument equally valuable for professional Maqam performers and music producers seeking genuine Middle Eastern textures. The included Lite versions of each instrument provide essential articulations optimized for live performance environments.

Key Features

• 39 Articulations with velocity layers and up to 8 Round Robins for authentic expression
• Three Recorded Instruments providing versatile sound spectrum across different Oud variations
• Integrated Microtunings including Bayati, Rast, Saba, and Seka with Normal and Syriac Church variants
• Advanced Keyswitch System with Latch and Hold modes for realistic performance control
• MIDI Song Keys featuring pre-programmed sequences showcasing diverse playing possibilities
• Lite Versions of all three instruments optimized for live performance environments
• Engine Player Interface designed for intuitive workflow and creative inspiration
• Requires Engine Version 2.6.0.33 or higher for full compatibility
• Crossgrade Pricing available for existing Arabic E-Oud and Qanun library owners