When it comes to karaoke studios in Singapore, it seems that we have to choose between lavish settings and an equally luxurious price tag, or something that is easy on the wallet but indisputably bare-bones. Cue Best Of Both Worlds by Hannah Montana, ‘cause Jewel Music Box has swanky rooms from just $12/pax for a 3-hour booking.
$4/hour to sing your heart out? That’s cheaper than a fast food meal in this economy. Plus, you’ll get to load up on unlimited snacks and drinks while waiting for your turn at the mic. Read on and make a booking ASAP before all the rooms are snatched up.
| Non-peak | Peak | |||
| Days available | Mon-Fri (1pm-7pm) | Sat-Sun & PH (1pm-7pm) | Mon-Thu (7pm-closing) | Fri-Sun & PH (7pm-closing) |
| Min. pax | 3 | 4 | ||
| Price/pax | $12++ | $15++ | $16++ | $18++ |
Rooms are charged by 3-hour blocks. Sessions during their off-peak timings from 1pm-7pm cost $12/pax on weekdays and $15/pax on weekends and public holidays. Do note that the cut-off admission time for off-peak pricing is 5pm.
There’s a minimum of 3 pax per room, so if you’re rocking up solo or in a twosome, you’ll still be charged the 3-pax fee – AKA $36 for 3 hours on weekdays. Still not too shabby, considering how budget karaoke studios charge around $50 for the same duration in a much tinier room.
For their peak timing of 7pm to closing – which is 1.30am on weekdays and 2pm on weekends across all outlets – it’ll be $16/pax on Mondays to Thursdays and $18/pax for Fridays, weekends, and public holidays. Last admission for peak timings is 10pm.
The minimum pax required during peak timing sessions is bumped up to 4. This brings the charge to a minimum of $64 for 3 hours. TL;DR – aim to hit the minimum pax number to get the most bang for your buck.
If drab rooms and cramped spaces kill your vibe as a performer, Jewel Music Box’s cushy settings are where you can unleash the Beyonce within. Think striking wall art and LED lights in every shade of the rainbow.
They have rooms big enough to accommodate up to 16 pax, so you can bring your whole squad down and still have space to bust a move.
Image credit: Jewel Music Box Khatib via Google Maps
Now, now – we know what you’re thinking. The disco lights may be a little reminiscent of KTV studios that are on the seedier end. But we assure you that Jewel Music Box is the furthest thing from lupsup. Want more proof? Most of their outlets are situated within SAFRA and HomeTeamNS clubhouses.
KTV rooms with a little stage and standing mic just hits different.
Image credit: Jewel Music Box Khatib via Google Maps
If you ever want to take a little break from singing, you and your friends can also try out some board games from the digital screens on the tables. Alternatively, play some pool or throw some darts for $2/game or $2/pax/game respectively.
There are board games on the tables like checkers and aeroplane chess too.
Image credit: Jennifer Soh via Google Maps
Image credit: Jewel Music Box Aranda Country Club via Google Maps
We talked about how expensive a karaoke session can be, and that’s even before factoring in the refreshments aspect. It’s not surprising to see marked-up prices at KTV menus, as it’s only natural to work up quite the thirst and appetite after a vigorous song-and-dance marathon. Hence, free-flow snacks and drinks are a big win.
Image credit: Jewel Music Box Khatib via Google Maps
Expect a Saizeriya-esque free-flow beverage bar with a soda machine, as well as tea bags and a hot water dispenser should you need to soothe your throat after all that belting. On the snack front, you can look forward to a variety of crisp n’ cronchy tidbits like nachos, keropok, and tapioca sticks.
Image credit: Jewel Music Box Khatib via Google Maps
Do all these perks come with the trade-off of shoddy sound systems and a song selection limited to random oldies, you ask?
Jewel Music Box is actually equipped with premium sound systems, for a rich audio quality that’ll do your vocal prowess justice. They also have an impressively up-to-date song catalogue, so you and your KTV kakis can find the latest hits in whichever genre y’all fancy.
We stan geographical inclusivity, and the fact that Jewel Music Box has outlets in all regions of Singapore means you won’t have to spend a tonne on late-night post-KTV cab rides home. Their branches can be found in HomeTeamNS at Khatib and Balestier, SARA at Jurong and Punggol, as well as Aranda Country Club in Pasir Ris.
For those who love to put on a show, the Pasir Ris branch even has an open lounge.
Image credit: Jewel Music Box Aranda Country Club via Google Maps
Besides the Pasir Ris outlet in Aranda Country Club, card-holding members of SAFRA and HomeTeamNS will be able to get discounts at their respective clubhouses.
HomeTeamNS member perks include 20% off room bookings and alcohol purchases. SAFRA members can get 10% off on weekdays from 1pm-5pm and 10% off alcoholic beverages on weekends & PH.
Check in with your chosen outlet’s clubhouse either online or over the phone to make sure you secure the deal beforehand. All that’s left to do is to prep those vocal cords and put together a setlist of top karaoke songs.
Cover image adapted from: Jewel Music Box Khatib & Jewel Music Box Aranda Country Club via Google Maps
Last updated by Joycelyn Yeow and Shannon Lee on 25th September 2024.
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