#Contests

75th Anniversary Giveaway Week 3: Taylor Baby Taylor

We dive into the world of acoustic guitars this week in our 75th Anniversary celebrations. So naturally, we decided we had to give away one this week too. We figured there’s no better place to start than everyone’s favourite ¾ sized acoustic guitar. Taylor Guitars have kindly sponsored us their… Read more

Swee Lee welcomes Sheeran by Lowden Guitars
#New Arrivals

Sheeran by Lowden: Dream Team Acoustic Guitars

Big-name guitar players are no stranger to collaborations with equally big-name guitar brands. They give these players the chance to bring a dream instrument to life, and it gives us normal folk the opportunity to own an instrument designed by our favourite artists. One such global superstar that’s been an… Read more

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Our Drum & Percussion Picks for Swee Lee’s 75th Anniversary Collection

Birthdays are a big deal at Swee Lee, and our 75th anniversary promises to be the biggest!  You can’t have a celebration without music, so we’ve pulled together a list showcasing some of our picks from our 75th Anniversary Collection. This time around, it’s all about drums and percussion! Save… Read more

Swee Lee Singapore 75th Anniversary giveaway week 2
#Contests

75th Anniversary Giveaway Week 2: TAMA Iron Cobra, Ludwig Snare & More

It’s all about drums this week, and we’ve six prizes up for grabs this time. Drummers and those who love the drums, this is your week because there is more than $800 worth of prizes in total to be won! From TAMA’s best-selling HP200 Iron Cobra Double Bass Drum Pedal… Read more

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Our Vinyl Picks for Swee Lee’s 75th Anniversary Collection

In case you haven’t heard, Swee Lee turns 75 this year! That’s right, we’re three-quarters of a century old and nostalgia is kicking in big time. Join us as we reminisce in the best way possible — with an aural odyssey down memory lane. And just because we can, it’s… Read more

Swee Lee 75th Anniversary giveaway week 1 Gift Cards
#Contests

75th Anniversary Giveaway Week 1: Gift Cards

We’re kicking off our 75th Anniversary celebrations with a giveaway that is truly for everyone! Whether you’re a singer, guitarist, drummer or casual music lover, this is a prize you will love. Because with these Gift Cards, you can use them to purchase ANYTHING at Swee Lee! The prizes: We’ve… Read more

Celebrating 75 years of Swee Lee
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Celebrating 75 Years of Swee Lee

In 1946, Swee Lee opened its first store at the iconic Capitol Theatre in Singapore. It began with supplying brass and woodwind instruments to the military. Then came guitars and drums. And today, Swee Lee has grown into Asia’s leading multi-brand retailer anchored in music. From distributing the biggest brands… Read more

Marshall Amplifiers: The Amps that Shaped Rock Music
#Inspiration

Marshall Amplifiers: The Amps that Shaped Rock Music

55  years ago, the first Marshall amp left Jim Marshall’s garden shed in West London. Jim was a dancehall drummer and teacher who had a small shop in west London. His shop was frequented by guitarists such as Deep Purple’s Ritchie Blackmore and Peter Townshend from The Who, both of… Read more

Chọn Capo Guitar Tốt Nhất
#Buying Guides

How to Choose the Best Guitar Capo

Ask any guitar player what is their most indispensable tool and you might hear a few of them mention the capo. Especially those who fancy the acoustic guitar. The capo can sometimes be an unglamorous topic at the gear discussion table. They are inexpensive, not as gadget-ey as some other… Read more

Drumology 101: Entry-Level Drums VS Higher-End Drums 
#Gear & Tech Tips

Drumology 101: Entry-Level Drums vs High-End Drums 

Why pay more for premium drums? Join us as we cover all you need to know about entry-level drums vs higher-end drums! Ever since cavemen figured out that banging on objects produced interesting sounds, percussive instruments have remained an integral part of the musical soundscape. It’s the 21st century, and… Read more

Acoustic Guitars Under $500
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The Best Acoustic Guitars Under $500

Here are our picks on some of the best acoustic guitars under $500. Playing the acoustic guitar is tons of fun! You get to learn a new skill and better yet, you’ll also be able to keep yourself entertained covering your favourite tunes. You hear it on countless songs across… Read more

8 reasons to upgrade you electric guitar
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8 Reasons It’s Time to Upgrade to a Better Electric Guitar

You’ll never forget your first guitar. Some of us will even keep it for life. As most of us don’t jump straight into our holy grail end game guitars, there will come a time where we feel as though we’ve outgrown our first electric guitar.  As you continue making steady… Read more