University - What gear to bring?

oxalato — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 22:29:05 +0800

Hi guys,

As per title, I'll be going down to Singapore for further studies somewhere around next month.

I'll be bringing my electric guitar together with me. But the thing is, I don't feel like bringing my amp there.

So I need some suggestion on how to 'substitute' my amp when I stay there.

Question 1
Should I :

a) Guitar -> multieffect -> headphones

Currently don't have a multieffect yet, so I thought this choice will enable me to mess with several effects yet not disturbing neighbours when I do some late night practice session when used with headphones

b) Guitar -> amplug -> headphones

Or is an amplug more suitable? more portable, but I think only one channel right?

c) Guitar -> new mini/portable amp

Or just get a new amp? Maybe a cute little marshall MS-2 or a microcube?

Question 2
I suppose gears there are generally cheaper than in Malaysia? So definitely should buy there right?

Question 3
As I know, when we pass the custom we need to pay a certain amount of tax.
How does it actually works?
if say I bought a new amp, so everytime i pass the custom to malaysia and back to singapore, i will be taxed again?

finally, thanks alot to all those who give insightful inputs and recommendation! appreciate them alot!

Studying in Hong Kong

oxalato — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:18:27 +0800

Anyone here who is studying over there now?

Hong Kong is one of the places I'm looking for to further my education. I've completed my STPM for year 2007 and currently waiting for the results

How is the environment there compared to Malaysia?
What about living expenses?
Is mandarin a must?
How good are their universities compared to those in UK, Australia and Singapore?

Those who have been there, studied there, or is still studying over there... please share your views and experience

thanks

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