#Inspiration
Boyce Avenue Live Session Part 2: Performing Online, Leveraging Tech and Being in a Sibling Band
Part 2 of the Boyce Avenue Live Session is here! In this blog post, Alejandro, Daniel and Fabian discuss about live streaming their performances, how they think technology will impact musicians over the next ten years and what it’s like being in a sibling band. For those first time readers… Read more
#Inspiration
Boyce Avenue Live Session Part 1: Royal Albert Hall, Staying Inspired, Originals and More
Last month we had the honour of hosting a virtual Q&A session with a powerhouse trio, Boyce Avenue. Thanks to Taylor Guitars, fans from Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia took this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet with all members of the band virtually to ask them their burning questions. For those who… Read more
#Gear & Tech Tips
Guitarology 101: Acoustic Guitar – Laminates & Solid Wood
As much as we love the chimey cleans, raunchy distortion, and full-blooded attack of electric guitars, nothing from the amplified realm can quite match the timbre of an acoustic guitar. While there are many factors that go into dictating what an acoustic guitar will sound like (such as bracing, body… Read more
#Gear & Tech Tips
Every Strymon Delay Pedal Compared
Not so long ago, if a pedal sounded great, you’d ask, “but is it analog?” The popularity of digital pedals never quite hit their deserved height till Strymon announced itself to the scene with the blueSky Reverberator delay pedal. Today, the analog question bothers few – and you can thank… Read more
#Gear & Tech Tips
Guitarology 101: Passive Pickups vs Active Pickups
Ever wonder what the differences are between active and passive pickups? It’s a topic that most of us often hear about; but do we really know what separates the two pickup types? In this edition of Guitarology 101, we’ll be taking you on a magic carpet ride over the realms… Read more
#Buying Guides
Why You Should Buy a Custom Shop Guitar
Custom Shop guitars. For some, the phrase evokes feelings of realising a childhood dream – a dream of obtaining that holy grail instrument! To others, it means getting the perfect instrument that adds an extra layer of musical inspiration – a push to take them to the upper echelon of… Read more
#New Arrivals
Kramer Guitars are Back!
Whether you're a metalhead who lived through the golden age of shred or just a guitarist who loves that era of music, Kramer surely is an instantly recognisable name! Having made their mark in the 1980s with super fast axes utilising Floyd Rose trems, Schaller machine heads, and high-output Seymour… Read more
#Inspiration
Swee Lee & Taylor Guitars present: Boyce Avenue Q&A Session
Years before there were the likes of Ed Sheeran and The Weeknd making their names on YouTube, there was Boyce Avenue. The American trio of brothers Alejandro, Fabian, and Daniel Manzano were already making waves on the video-sharing platform with their flawless cover videos of artists from Coldplay to Rihanna.… Read more
#New Arrivals
Welcome PRS Guitars : Pre-order Now
2021 continues to be the year that keeps on giving for us here in Swee Lee, and today, we’re really, really excited to introduce the latest brand to join us in – PRS Guitars. One of the most exalted brands in the industry, Paul Reed Smith guitars have long since… Read more
#New Arrivals
New Turntables Ahoy!: Gadhouse
We’re on a roll this year! It’s the third month of the new year and we're welcoming another new face into the Swee Lee family. This time, we’ve got something that will definitely please the vinyl junkies out there – Gadhouse!Founded by two passionate engineers inspired by classic aesthetics, Gadhouse… Read more
#New Arrivals
Ibanez: 2021 New Guitars & Basses
With multiple accolades and an illustrious history attributed to their name, Ibanez Guitars have long since established themselves as a leading name in the guitar world. A paragon for innovation, Ibanez’s 2021 offerings continue to build upon their vaunted legacy with a comprehensive range of solid, semi-hollow, and bass guitars,… Read more
#New Arrivals
Welcome Victory Amps: British-made, All-tube Boutique Tone
It's been a long time coming but we've got some more exciting news to share! Swee Lee is proud to announce that British-made Victory Amps will now be available in our stores. Since launching back in 2013, the UK amp manufacturer has gone from strength to strength – with an… Read more