Musical Instrument Stores in Lebanon: From Oud to Guitar
AdvisorLB Team
Lebanon's musical instrument scene combines traditional Arabic instrument workshops with modern music stores carrying global brands. Bourj Hammoud is famous for Armenian luthiers handcrafting ouds and ouds-cases by hand.
Categories
- Arabic instruments: oud, qanun, nay, riq, darbouka — many handmade.
- Acoustic guitars: entry level from $150, premium $1500+.
- Electric guitars and bass: Fender, Gibson, PRS, Ibanez.
- Keyboards and pianos: digital Roland, Yamaha; acoustic uprights and grands.
- Drums: acoustic kits and electronic.
- DJ and recording: controllers, audio interfaces, monitors.
Choosing a first instrument
- Try before buying — feel matters.
- Cheaper is fine to start, but very cheap (under $80 for guitar) is often unplayable.
- Buy from a shop that offers lessons or recommends teachers.
- Ask about returns or upgrades after 6 months.
Maintenance
- Change guitar strings every 2–3 months of regular play.
- Tune before every practice.
- Humidify acoustic instruments — Lebanese winters dry indoor air.
- Get pianos serviced annually.