LaBella OU80A Oud Strings - Arabic Tuning Clear Nylon & Silver Plated Wound- Designed for Arabic tuning- 12-String Set Made in the USA with American Wire- Packaged using MAP Technology (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) to prevent tarnishing and ensure freshness The oud is the classical short- necked, bowl-backed fretless lute of the Arabic world String gauges: Clear nylon 22-22-27-27-31-31, silver-plated wound on nylon 23-23-29-29-33-33 The oud is the classical short- necked, bowl-backed fretless lute of the Arabic world