#New Arrivals

Marshall Vintage Reissue Pedals: A Blast From the Past

Everyone loves a good comeback story, even more so when it belongs to Marshall. Only a few days ago, the iconic British manufacturer quietly re-issued four of its best-loved pedals – Bluesbreaker, Shredmaster, Drivemaster, and The Guv’nor. These handmade-in-the-UK stomps are near-faithful reproductions of their original predecessors, right down to… Read more

Welcome to the new look Swee Lee
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Welcome to the new look Swee Lee

Since 1946, we have been serving the Singapore music community by supporting customers with their musical instrument needs. Over the past decade we have grown from a home-grown Singaporean brand to a regional leader supplying customers throughout South East Asia with the best brands and products to fuel their musical… Read more

#Buying Guides

Lunar New Year 2023: Our Gear Picks

It’s Lunar New Year and here are some of our top picks for the season across guitar, drums, piano and lifestyle products. Usher in the auspicious year with music, and celebrate it with great new gear.  Squier FSR Affinity Series Stratocaster QMT The latest budget-friendly Stratocaster from Squier features the… Read more

Gift Guide for Recording Musicians
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Gift Guide for Recording Musicians

Think recording musicians are tough to shop for? It’s easy when you know what gets them excited. Take it from us, they love anything that’ll help them sound great. There’s a whole assortment of audio interfaces, electronics, and other essential gear to make the magic happen. Check out our recommendations… Read more

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Studio Microphones for Beginners

Whether you’re a singer, musician, or podcaster, you’ll come across many different types of microphones when looking for one that suits your needs. The hardware and mechanics of different microphones can be confusing, but this beginner’s guide to studio microphones will help make your search easier. Shop Microphones While there… Read more

#New Arrivals

Fender Made in Japan 2022: The International Colour & Japan Junior Guitar Collection

There are few releases as highly anticipated as Fender’s Japan 2022 collection. Over the years, Fender Made in Japan (Fender Japan) has made a name for themselves with their range of affordable and incredible guitars and their latest release is no exception! Our Fender Made in Japan Collection Fender Japan… Read more

#Inspiration

How to Sound Like Jack White

Revolutionary – that’s the only way to describe Jack White.  Since his debut with The White Stripes, Jack White has been heralded as a revivalist of rock ‘n’ roll, with a career spanning across multiple bands and genres. The White Stripes, The Raconteurs, The Dead Weather along with White’s own… Read more

#Gear & Tech Tips

B-Stock Products Explained

Spend a lot of time scrolling through our online store? In between drooling over new releases and adding items to your virtual wishlist, you might have come across the phrase “B-stock”. While the term has nothing to do with hive-dwelling insects, it definitely signals the presence of a veritable honeypot.… Read more

#Buying Guides

Taylor Guitars: What’s New for 2022 Part 2

Fresh off their latest releases in May, Taylor returns again with new designs and models!  Taylor New Arrivals The earlier half of Taylor’s 2022 lineup saw smaller-sized guitars dominate. Now, the brand is keeping up the momentum with a new line of acoustics better suited for players looking for larger… Read more

Guide to acoustic guitar body shapes
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Guitarology 101: Acoustic Guitar Body Shapes

Details matter! Especially if you’re talking about the subject of acoustic guitar body shapes.  A myriad of factors (woods, construction, strings, etc) can change an acoustic guitar tonally. You can even read the article we did on bracing types for an example of how even reinforcement struts below the top… Read more

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Swee Lee’s Top Synthesisers

Synthesisers are an indispensable part of a recording studio. When connected to a MIDI system, the unassuming synth is able to replicate the sounds of an entire orchestral arrangement or the latest K-Pop banger. Our Top MIDI Controllers & Synths While incredibly versatile, not all synths are the same. Some… Read more

#Gear & Tech Tips

Guitarology 101: Fixed Guitar Bridges

Since you’re reading this, chances are you’ve shopped for an electric guitar before. And you’ll realise quickly enough that these instruments are nuanced and personal things. A small facet of the instrument can make a significant difference to the sound and overall feel of the instrument. Today, we look at an… Read more