#Contests
Meet Jeremy Zucker in KL, in partnership with Universal
COMETHRU MALAYSIA FANS! Swee Lee and Universal know how much you love Jeremy Zucker! We have two exciting opportunities to get up close and personal with him. You can choose to participate in just one – or increase your chances by entering both! *Contest ends 10 September 2019 CALLING ALL… Read more
#From the Team
Meet Marty Friedman in Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur!
Legendary guitarist Marty Friedman will be visiting Malaysia and Indonesia in September, bringing his particular brand of shredding excellence to KL and Jakarta fans! Known for fusing Eastern and Western musical styles, Marty's improvisation extends to progressive rock, metal, and neoclassical genres. Often referred to as a "shredder", Marty's technique… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
With the Band: Summations, T-Rex on Baybeats 2019
It’s been a little over a week since the annual Baybeats takeover at Singapore’s Esplanade and the diversity of talent seems to grow with every year. Every edition of Baybeats brings together well-loved local acts, the up-and-comers, as well as international headliners to the same stage — a treat for… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
Anis Kalisa’s Top 10 Guitar Gear for Rocking Out
Are you someone who swears by a particular style of guitar? KL-based guitarist and sessionist, Anis Kalisa certainly does. For her, it's Les Pauls all the way. For our first Malaysian artist feature, the Soul Statue guitarist shares her life-long love for the iconic Gibson design with us, her journey… Read more
#From the Team
Get to Know Heritage Guitars – the World’s Finest American-Made Instruments
Proudly handcrafted in the USA since 1985, Heritage Guitars are a great testament to fine, impeccable guitar building. Heritage guitars trace their lineage back to one of the biggest names in the guitar world – Gibson, whose heyday in the 50s saw many guitars change the landscape of music culture. The… Read more
#From the Team
Red & White: Our Picks this National Day
It’s our nation’s 54th birthday next week, and it’s always a special occasion for us having been part of the nation’s local music scene since the 40s. We’ve handpicked some of our favourite red and white products you can get at Swee Lee to celebrate National Day! Gibson 2019 Firebird… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
10 Essentials for Ambient Pop with Jazreel of Causeway Youth
In the world of ambient guitar music, reverbs are cavernous, lush modulation thrives, and delay controls are cranked up — but not without reason. The loosely-defined "ambient music" label itself is not genre-bound and is most identifiable by its focus on creating atmospheric layers. Some popularly associated styles of music… Read more
#From the Team
Best Picks: Electric Guitars Under S$500
Whether you’re a seasoned guitar player, or just learning the ropes, the “budget” or “beginner” axe will always have its place in the world of guitar. Perfect for those starting out who aren’t willing to invest in a high-end guitar from the get-go, or as a backup guitar for the… Read more
#Contests
EXCLUSIVE: Meet José González this week in Singapore!
This week we're looking forward to seeing the chill stylings of guitarist José González, supported by local singer-songwriter Charlie Lim. This one night only affair on 11 July is at the Capitol Theatre, presented by Collective Minds x Sing Jazz x Vamp Productions Our friends at Guitar.com are giving some… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
Top 12: Desiree Tay’s Must-Have Percussion Gear
The cajón, a box-shaped percussion instrument originally from Peru, under the hands of skilful drummers has proven to have more tonal options than its six sides seem to suggest. But that hasn’t stopped creative musicians from adding more and more hand-percussion and accessories to their cajon set up to take… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
Pedal Challenge: Hasyir Ibrahim’s picks under $500, $1K & $2K
Whether you’re new to pedalboard building or a long time pedal aficionado, the fact remains the same — trying to decide on your next pedal acquisition can quickly become overwhelming. The options never end and every permutation of your signal chain opens up new tonal possibilities. A good way to… Read more
#From the Team
Father’s Day Gift Guide: Say Thank You with Music
Even though our Dads deserve more than one day to be appreciated, this Father’s Day is the best time to show our appreciation to the man in our lives who never fails to go above and beyond. Father’s Day is just around the corner, so we’ve put together our top… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
Leo Goh Breaks Down His Top 5 R&B Licks
Leo Goh may seem like a relatively new face in Singapore’s music scene, but that’s only because the Musicians Institute graduate has been in LA for the past 6 years — first as a student and then a working musician. The young producer and guitar extraordinaire has been keeping himself… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
What’s in That Bag? Bassist Nicholas Lee and Performing Overseas
You may not recognise his name, but if you love catching local acts, you’ve definitely heard Nicholas Lee's basslines. He is quickly becoming a bass favourite in Singapore and can be found holding down the low-frequency for some of the city’s most prominent artists. Nick has sessioned for The Sam… Read more
#Handpicked Arrivals
Charvel and Jackson: 7 Shred Powerhouse Guitars Under $1,500
Not every guitar's made to handle the heaviest riffs, ultra-fast arpeggios or hottest licks. You can try to turn the gain to eleven on a Telecaster, but you know it doesn’t feel right... That's when you need a metal guitar. The calling cards of shred/ metal guitars are well-known and… Read more
#From the Team
Full Rundown: 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. Today, the analog question bothers few – and you can thank Strymon for… Read more
#Tutorials
A Guide to Starting Your Vinyl and Turntable Journey
There’s no denying it – vinyl is making one hell of a comeback. And it’s showing no signs of slowing down. There are so many reasons we want to own vinyl. The physical connection of owning a beautiful copy of an album you love, the act of pulling a record… Read more
#Handpicked Arrivals
Ibanez New Arrivals: Pushing Sonic Boundaries
Ibanez have hit a home run with their 2019 release, and we’re delighted to welcome another shipment of Ibanez products. Their mean streak of cutting-edge powerhouse guitars continue, pushing boundaries even further. You’ll find a wider range of pickups being used, from the remarkably versatile Fishman Fluence pickups to the… Read more
#Local Artist Spotlight
Billy Chua of Disco Hue’s Top 10 Must-Have Drum Equipment
Billy Chua is the hard-hitting, groove machine behind the ever-rising local synth-pop band Disco Hue. He has racked up a wealth of experience drumming on tour and as a session musician, and was a co-founder of The Drummer Co, a community of drummers in Singapore. Like every drummer and musician… Read more
#Handpicked Arrivals
Taylor Grand Pacific: A Round Shoulder Above the Rest
New Taylor Shape. New Taylor Sound. Read more
#Handpicked Arrivals
That Great Gretsch Sound: World Class Drum Kits
From innovators to the best in class. Read more
#Handpicked Arrivals
Gibson 2019 Acoustics: Staying True to the Classics
A winning formula. Read more
#Handpicked Arrivals
Fender Parallel Universe: The Best of Both Worlds
Limited Edition hybrid masterpieces Read more
#From the Team
Celebrate that Crazy Little Thing Called Love with the gift of music
Show your love with music Read more
#Handpicked Arrivals
Ibanez 2019: Gold, Exotic Woods, and Axes for the Adventurous
New Ibanez for 2019. Read more
#From the Team
Simply the Best: Swee Lee By Appointment Only Boutique
Make your dream guitar a reality Read more
