Now that the Singapore-Malaysia border has re-opened, we can return to one of our favourite getaway spots, Johor Bahru. After all, it’s the go-to place for all things fun on a budget, whether you’re looking to indulge in good food or have a sing-off at karaoke studios with your friends.
At some KTVs, you can do both. From studios offering full meals to others costing only $0.05/hour, here are 8 best karaoke studios in JB that you can go to now to sing your heart out:
Note: All prices vary depending on visiting day and time.
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Songbirds on the hunt for a super affordable deal will want to sign up for a membership at Sing V KTV asap.
At just RM39 (~S$12.37) for a 1-year membership, you will be entitled to karaoke sessions as cheap as RM0.50 (~S$0.16) for 3 hours during off-peak hours on weekdays – meaning just around $0.05 per hour. With rates this low, it’ll be possible to sing through Jay Chou’s entire discography for nearly nothing.
Meanwhile, non-members will have to pay RM12 (~$3.80) per hour for the same time period. It’s still a worthy bargain for crooners who like to sing lengthy ballads.
Rates: From RM0.50/pax (~S$0.16) for 3 hours
Sutera outlet
Address: 6, Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/1, Taman Sutera Utama, 81300 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-3am, Daily
Telephone: +60 7-558 8808
Austin Height outlet
Address: Taman Austin Heights, Jalan Austin Heights 8/5, 81100 Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10:30am-3am, Daily
Telephone: +60 10-795 0000
Image credit: Loud Speaker KTV Facebook
If you’re craving a karaoke night out but your partner is not as enthused, a drive over to Loud Speaker KTV could help avoid any arguments. While you warble out Charlie Puth’s Light Switch, your partner will be able to push buttons on a PS4 or Nintendo Switch. These game consoles are available for rent at just RM30 (~$9.52) for 2 hours.
If you find yourself craving something to munch on mid-session, Loud Speaker KTV serves a variety of snacks like chicken wings (RM14.90, ~S$4.73) and curry fishballs (RM9.90, ~S$3.14). They’re also running a ‘Bring Your Own Food’ promo that allows patrons to bring in or order delivery for their favourite foods.
Rates: Starts from RM8/pax (~S$2.54)
Sutera outlet
Address: 135, 137 & 139, Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/2, Taman Sutera Utama, Skudai, 81300 Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-1am, Daily
Telephone: +60 11-1535 9998
Austin Height outlet
Address: No. 17, Jalan Austin Height 8/3, Taman Mount Austin, Tebrau, 81100 Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-1am, Daily
Telephone: +60 11-1535 7778
As if normal KTV studios weren’t enough enjoyment for the entire family already, Chun K Music Family Karaoke has a KTV system that seems like it has time travelled from the future. Introducing Xiao Hai, an AI assistant that will help make your karaoke session as seamless as possible.
Much like calling out for “Siri” or “Alexa”, your wish is Xiao Hai’s command. You can instruct Xiao Hai to queue a song or make adjustments to the room’s light and music volume, all from the comfort of the sofa.
Should you possibly run out of songs to sing, you can turn your karaoke session into a gaming or binge-watching party, as Chun K’s entertainment system is equipped with movies and games.
Rates: From/pax RM8 (~S$2.54) for 3 hours
Address: 37, Jalan Austin Heights 8/3, Taman Mount Austin 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-3am, Daily
Telephone: +60 7-288 6648
Chun K Music Family Karaoke Website
Karaoke regulars would agree that working out the diaphragm is a major calorie burning activity. And to replenish all that depleted energy quickly, you’ll want something carb heavy, like Japanese food perhaps.
That’s what you’ll at least be able to fill your tummies with at Superstar Family KTV. Get yourself an energy boost while you sing with their 400 Japanese dishes available. On the menu are smaller bites like sushi to share (from RM19.90, ~S$6.33). You can get more filling meals too, like bentos and ramen (from RM18.90, ~S$6.01).
Rates: From RM39/pax (~S$12.53) a year
Sutera outlet
Address: Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/4, 81300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-3am, Daily
Telephone: +60 7-554 6000
Austin Height outlet
Address: 2, Jalan Austin Heights 8/7, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-3am, Daily
Telephone: +60 10-9520000
Two things Singaporeans can’t get enough of: karaoke and hotpot. Now put them together and you get an ultimate combo only available at The Rhythm. The best of both worlds is available for sessions of a minimum of 3 hours, and with a required spending of RM98 (~S$31.12) for the table.
While you wait for your songs to be queued, tuck into must-have ingredients like slices of pork (RM16.90, ~S$5.36), cheese tofu (RM4.90, ~S$1.55) and fish balls (RM5.90, S$1.87). These go into popular soup bases like tomyam and mala available from RM32 (~S$10.20).
You can still sing without the hotpot frills. Normal karaoke sessions begin at just RM3/person (~S$0.95) per hour, as long as each person buys a food or beverage item on top of that.
Rates: From at RM3/pax (~S$0.95) per hour
Address: 55, Jalan Austin Heights 8/8, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 12pm-12am, Daily
Telephone: +60 11-1558 7777
You’ll barely need to step out of Singapore to visit Music Band Family KTV. In fact, it’d probably be quicker for Northies to reach this KTV than to head down to karaoke joints in town as it’s just a 10-minute drive from Woodlands Checkpoint.
Proximity aside, Music Band also has a range of rooms catering to various group sizes, the smallest accommodating a cosy 2 pax. But if the whole gang is coming down, get the VVIP room, which will fit a whole party of 15. Rates are RM28/person (~S$8.92) for 3 hours, inclusive of a free drink to quench parched throats.
Rates: From RM28/pax (~S$8.92) for 3 hours
Address: 78, Jalan Pingai, Taman Pelangi, 80400 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 3pm-12am, Daily
Telephone: +60 7-333 3666
Music Band Family KTV Facebook
If a KTV party sounds tempting to you, Alibaba Karaoke would be right up your alley. Apart from rooms fit for a tight knit group of buddies, they also have a party room for 25 people.
Furthermore, it offers birthday packages beginning at RM120 (~S$38.20), which come with catering and party decorations.
Rates: From RM25/room (~S$7.96) per hour
Address: B17 & 18, Lot, 54, Jalan Bertingkat Skudai, Kawasan Perusahaan Tampoi, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 12pm-12am, Daily
Telephone: +60 7-239 1888
What’s a trip to JB City Centre without a pit stop at KSL City Mall? Apart from being your last chance for a grocery run en route home, it’s also where you can squeeze in a last minute karaoke session at I Am A Singer.
Their charges are per room per hour, so it’s definitely more worth it to come with a larger group of friends. Plus, they’re open till 3am daily, so you can make an impromptu trip up whenever the songbird in you beckons.
Rates: From RM30/room (~S$9.54) per hour
Address: KSL City Mall, Lot L2-089, Level 2, KSL City, Jalan Dato Sulaiman, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10:30am-3am, Daily
Telephone: +60 7-339 1008
I’m A Singer Family Karaoke Facebook
The acoustics in the shower might be better for hitting high notes, but nothing beats the cathartic release of singing your lungs out with friends. We’ve waited too long for the return of KTVs, and we’re just glad we now have choices in karaoke studios in Singapore and JB too.
If it’s been too long since you stepped into a karaoke studio, catch up on these expert level English songs or these must-know Chinese songs before you go. It’ll help shave minutes off choosing what songs to sing at your next karaoke sesh.
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Image adapted from: @singvfamilyktv , Loud Speaker KTV Facebook , Alibaba Karaoke Facebook
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