The World's Finest
Turkish Instruments
From master luthier workshops in Istanbul, Konya and Gaziantep — hand-selected instruments that carry a thousand years of Anatolian music directly to your door.
Master-Crafted
Hand-built by certified Anatolian luthiers
Certified Authentic
Every instrument ships with provenance document
60+ Countries
Safe, tracked worldwide delivery
Expert Guidance
Free consultation before every purchase
Acoustically Tested
Played by our musicians before dispatch
Turkish Instruments
Built to Last Centuries
"Every instrument we send into the world carries a thousand years of Anatolian memory — a responsibility we take very seriously."
We are the specialist destination for authentic Turkish instruments — sourced directly from master luthiers whose families have been crafting bağlama, oud, ney, and percussion instruments across Anatolia for generations. No factory reproductions. No shortcuts. Only instruments that sing exactly as they were designed to.
Turkish Music Instruments
Explore every family of Turkish music instruments — from plucked strings and haunting winds to the percussive rhythms that drive folk and ceremony alike.
Turkish Saz Instrument
The bağlama — known to most of the world as the saz — is the beating heart of Turkish folk music. Played across Anatolia for centuries by wandering Aşık poets, it is the instrument of stories, protests, celebrations, and lullabies. No single object captures the Turkish musical spirit more completely.
- Available in short-neck and long-neck configurations
- Movable nylon frets for authentic microtonal makam tuning
- Hand-carved mulberry, walnut and spruce body options
- Beginner to concert-grade models in stock
- Each instrument played and approved before dispatch
Turkish Traditional
Instruments
Turkish traditional instruments evolved at the crossroads of Central Asian, Persian, Ottoman and Balkan cultures — each era leaving its mark on the forms, tunings and playing techniques still practised today. To hold one is to hold history.
The Kopuz & Early Lutes
Turkic nomadic tribes carried early lute ancestors westward across the steppes. The kopuz — forerunner of the bağlama — carried oral poetry across a continent.
Oud, Ney & Kanun
The Ottoman court refined the oud, ney and kanun into sophisticated classical instruments. Palace musicians codified the makam system still in use today.
Bağlama & Davul-Zurna
Village luthiers across Anatolia developed regional variants of the bağlama. The davul-zurna pairing became the soundtrack of weddings and harvests.
Modern Masters
Today's luthiers in Istanbul, Konya and Gaziantep carry these traditions forward — combining centuries-old techniques with sustainable woods and world-class craftsmanship.
Turkish Musical Instruments
A hand-selected edit of our finest Turkish musical instruments — each one acoustically tested, certified by its maker, and ready to play.
Long-Neck Bağlama
Mulberry body, spruce soundboard, movable nylon frets. The definitive Turkish folk instrument, from our Konya workshop partners.
From $189 BestsellerTurkish Oud
Walnut back and sides, spruce top, fretless for full makam expression. Concert-quality tone from Istanbul master luthiers.
From $320Reed Ney Flute
Hand-cut Phragmites australis reed. Tuned in Rast, Uşşak and Segah. The voice of Sufi music — played and blessed before shipping.
From $95 Staff PickProfessional Darbuka
Ceramic goblet drum. Sharp dum and bright tek. Available in hand-painted and plain ceramic. Perfect for beginners and professionals.
From $65Kanun
78 strings, five octaves, maple frame. The harmonic heart of the Ottoman orchestra — now available to players worldwide.
From $1,200Kaval Shepherd's Flute
Plum wood construction. Soft, pastoral tone ideal for folk melodies. One of the most approachable Turkish wind instruments for beginners.
From $75Turkish Oud Instrument
The Turkish oud is among the most expressive instruments in the world. Fretless, resonant, and capable of the microtonal nuances that define makam music — it is the instrument of choice for soloists, composers, and anyone who wants to access the full emotional depth of the Ottoman classical tradition.
Unlike Arabic oud variants, the Turkish oud is typically tuned a full tone higher, giving it a brighter, more cutting projection that sings over an ensemble without losing its inherent warmth. Our Istanbul workshop partners craft each oud over several weeks, using aged tonewoods selected for their resonance.
Fretless Neck
Full microtonal expression across all 24+ tones of the makam system
Tonewoods
Walnut, rosewood, spruce & cedar — each chosen for voice, not appearance
11–12 Strings
Double-course strings in paired tuning for richness and sustain
Certified Origin
Named luthier, city, and date of completion on every certificate
Turkish String Instrument
Collection
Turkish string instruments span a remarkable range — from the folk storytelling of the bağlama to the classical grandeur of the kanun and the intimate expressiveness of the kemençe. Each one tells a different chapter of the same Anatolian story.
Bağlama
The most-played instrument in Turkey. Long and short-neck versions for folk and protest music across all Anatolian traditions.
Oud
Fretless and rich. The defining instrument of Ottoman classical music, now beloved in world music and jazz fusion alike.
Kanun
Seventy-eight strings and adjustable levers for microtonal tuning. The harmonic foundation of the classical Turkish orchestra.
Kemençe
The haunting bowed fiddle of the Black Sea coast. Small, upright, and intensely expressive — a sound unlike any other in the world.
Tanbur
Long-necked and deep-toned. The tanbur was the principal melody instrument of the Ottoman court — stately, meditative, profound.
Cümbüş
A uniquely Turkish hybrid — banjo-like metal resonator body, oud-style neck and tuning. Bright, percussive and unmistakably modern-traditional.
What Musicians Say
The bağlama I received is beyond beautiful — the craftsmanship is extraordinary. You can hear the difference between a factory instrument and a handmade one immediately. Worth every penny.
I've played ney for twenty years and this is the finest instrument I've owned. The tone sits right in the heart of traditional Ottoman tuning. The provenance certificate is a beautiful touch — it came with the maker's own signature.
Fast shipping to Japan, perfectly packaged, and the oud arrived in flawless condition. Customer support was extraordinary — they walked me through the stringing and first setup over video call. Five stars without hesitation.
Why Choose Turkish Instruments
Source Transparency
We name every luthier. You know exactly whose hands built your instrument and where they work.
Sound Before Beauty
Every instrument is played by our in-house musicians before listing. If it doesn't sing right, it doesn't ship.
Artisan-Fair Trade
We pay our luthiers directly at artisan-fair rates, supporting sustainable livelihoods and the next generation.
Expert Packaging
Humidity-conditioned, custom-fitted cases designed for international transit. Every instrument arrives ready to play.
Free Consultation
Not sure which instrument is right for you? Our team of working musicians guides every purchase decision.
Satisfaction Promise
We stand behind every instrument we sell. Straightforward returns, responsive support, zero hassle.
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