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Explore our complete selection of Irish bouzouki for sale and find the perfect instrument for your next session, performance, or recording. Every Hora Irish bouzouki is made in Romania with a solid spruce top and a flat, solid maple back. A matching soft case is available separately in our Accessories section.

  • Sale! Hora M1089 Irish bouzouki with solid spruce top, front viewIrish Bouzouki Hora M1089 Original price was: $249.97.Current price is: $229.97.
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  • Hora M1089 Irish bouzouki with solid spruce top, front viewIrish Bouzouki Hora M1089-EQ $259.97
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  • concert irish bouzoukiConcert Irish Bouzouki Hora M1090 $329.97
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  • Sale! concert irish bouzoukiConcert Irish Bouzouki M1090-EQ Original price was: $379.97.Current price is: $359.97.
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What Is an Irish Bouzouki?

The Irish bouzouki has become one of the defining instruments of modern Celtic music. Originally inspired by the Greek bouzouki, it was adapted by Irish musicians during the 1960s, and it has since become a staple in traditional Irish sessions, folk bands, and acoustic ensembles around the world.

Known for its bright, resonant tone and rich harmonic accompaniment, the Irish bouzouki is ideal for rhythm playing, melodic arrangements, and creating the driving sound that complements fiddles, flutes, whistles, and pipes.

Unlike its Greek counterpart, the Irish bouzouki typically features a flatter back and a longer scale length, and it is designed primarily for accompaniment rather than solo lead playing. Because most modern instruments have four courses of strings (eight strings in pairs), the most common tuning is GDAD, which gives open, ringing chords and the characteristic drone sound heard in traditional Irish music. Other tunings such as GDAE or ADAD are also popular, depending on the player’s style.

Standard vs. Concert: Which Hora Irish Bouzouki Should You Choose?

All our Irish bouzoukis share the same solid spruce top, solid flat maple back and acacia fretboard, so the choice comes down to body size and whether you want a built-in pickup.

Standard (M1089)Concert (M1090)
Scale length66 cm66.5 cm
BodyStandard sizeLarger, deeper resonance
Acoustic price$229.97$329.97
With pickup (EQ)$259.97$359.97
Best forSessions, everyday playingStage, recording, fuller sound

Since both the Standard and the Concert are built for accompaniment rather than solo lead playing, the main difference is projection: the Concert’s larger body gives a deeper, fuller sound, while the Standard is lighter and easier to carry to a session. If you plan to plug into an amp or a PA, choose an EQ model: it adds a built-in Artec FSE3 pickup, so you can go straight from the instrument to the sound system.

What You Get with Every Hora Irish Bouzouki

  • Solid spruce top and solid flat maple back and neck, made by Hora luthiers in Romania
  • Tuned GDAD and ready to play out of the box
  • Matching soft case available separately in Accessories
  • 12-month guarantee, plus our 30-day return policy
  • Worldwide shipping, and for U.S. orders, customs duties are added to the shipping fee at checkout

Perfect for Traditional and Contemporary Folk Music

The Irish bouzouki is an incredibly versatile instrument, and it is commonly used in:

  • Traditional Irish music
  • Scottish folk music
  • Celtic fusion
  • Contemporary folk
  • Singer-songwriter accompaniment
  • Acoustic ensembles

Its distinctive voice blends beautifully with guitars, mandolins, fiddles, accordions, whistles, and other traditional instruments.

Our Selection

We proudly offer Irish bouzoukis manufactured by Hora, one of Romania’s leading makers of folk and traditional instruments. Each bouzouki is built with attention to detail, so it delivers the reliable performance and warm, resonant tone that Celtic musicians look for, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced performer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Irish bouzouki?

An Irish bouzouki is a flat-backed adaptation of the Greek bouzouki, developed specifically for Irish folk music. It produces a warm, ringing tone ideal for accompaniment and melody.

Should I choose the Standard or the Concert model?

Choose the Standard (M1089) if you want a lighter instrument for sessions and everyday playing. Choose the Concert (M1090) if you want a larger body with deeper, fuller projection for stage or recording.

What is the difference between the regular and EQ versions?

The EQ versions add a built-in Artec FSE3 pickup, so you can plug straight into an amp or a PA. Both versions share the same wood, scale length and tuning.

Is an Irish bouzouki good for beginners?

Many beginners appreciate its comfortable playability and versatility, since a properly set-up instrument makes learning much easier.

What is the most common Irish bouzouki tuning?

GDAD is the standard tuning used by many traditional Irish musicians, although GDAE is also popular.

How much does an Irish bouzouki cost?

Our Irish bouzoukis range from $229.97 to $359.97, depending on the model and whether you choose the acoustic or EQ version.

Is a case included?

A soft case is not included, but you can add a matching Irish Bouzouki Soft Case or Concert Irish Bouzouki Soft Case from our Accessories section.

Do you ship to the USA, and are customs duties included?

We ship worldwide, and for U.S. orders, customs duties are calculated and added to the shipping cost at checkout, so there are no surprise fees on delivery.

What music can I play on an Irish bouzouki?

Irish bouzoukis are widely used in traditional Irish music, Scottish folk, Celtic fusion, contemporary folk, singer-songwriter accompaniment and acoustic ensembles.