30% Singing, 70% Lagging? I'm so done with this viral KTV, Melly Glow.
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2026-01-24
Tempted by Melly Glow's viral, student-friendly prices? This Jakarta KTV is known for being incredibly cheap, but find out if the "30% singing, 70% lagging" rumors are true. This honest review weighs the pros, like surprisingly tasty snacks and friendly staff, against major cons like a terrible sound system and a smoky environment. Discover if this budget hangout is a fun, cheap thrill or a frustrating experience you should definitely skip.
Girls, take my advice, if you're coming to this Melly Glow at PGC in East Jakarta for its student-friendly, ultimate value-for-money prices, then you've gotta read this to the end! Drawn by the name of the godmother of Indonesian music, Melly Goeslaw, and seeing the price of less than 30k rupiah per person to sing your heart out for an hour, I was immediately anjay. Isn't this just the happy place for us broke girls?
Once inside, the colorful decor is quite vibrant, and the staff are genuinely friendly, which deserves a thumbs up. We ordered some snacks to get ready for a big session, and to my surprise, their fried chicken skin and potato wedges were actually pretty tasty[1]! My friend's strawberry milkshake was also said to be quite mantap, which was a pleasant surprise.
However, the happiness was short-lived... The moment the microphone was on, I was dumbfounded. Why does the sound system sound a bit cempreng (sharp and piercing)[2]? The soundproofing is also pretty much non-existent; I could hear the heartfelt roars of the guy next door crystal clear[3]. The worst part was the song selection system. The online rumors about"30% singing, 70% lagging" are no joke[4]. A single song would buffer three or four times. I was holding in my high note, but the music hadn't even caught up yet. I just wanted to say: I'm so over it!
The Honest Truth & Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls
Alright, I'm not gonna sugarcoat it, here's the deal. The pros and cons of this KTV are just that extreme.
Pros:
Cons (a whole bunch of them):
- Cheap! Cheap! Cheap! The price is truly rock-bottom in the Jakarta KTV scene, perfect for students on a tight budget who just want to casually belt out a few songs.
- Good staff attitude, and service is responsive.
- The environment is a total mess: The smell of smoke in the common areas is so strong you could get a high on the spot, and the cleanliness of the restrooms is also worrying[5]. Definitely not suitable for bringing family or friends who hate the smell of smoke.
- Technical Flaws: Besides the lagging system, the remote controls are also ancient, which immediately docks the experience by 50%.
- Promotion vs. Reality: Don't trust the promos on IG too much. When you get there, they might just say"it's over"[6]. I suggest confirming again and again when you arrive.
- Unreliable Bookings: I saw comments saying they booked in advance only to be told there were no rooms available upon arrival[7]. If you plan to go, you must confirm with them repeatedly!
TL;DR Guide
For the brave warriors who want to try this"extreme KTV experience," here are a few tips:
In short, if you're looking for quality, steer clear. But for young people who want the ultimate value for money and are happy as long as they can make a sound, you can come here to Nongkrong for a bit. After all, at this price, what more can you ask for? 🤣
- 1. Automatically extend your time: Because the system lags, if you want to sing for 2 hours, you'd better book for 3. Otherwise, the experience will be terrible.
- 2. Lower your expectations: Don't have high hopes for the sound quality or the environment. Just think of it as paying to rent a place to chat with friends and sing a couple of songs on the side.
- 3. You'll have to ask for directions to find it: It's hidden pretty deep inside the PGC mall. If you can't find it, just grab a security guard and ask for directions[8]. Don't just wander around by yourself.
- 4. Snagging a non-smoking room is a race: If you really can't stand the smell of smoke, make sure to emphasize"non-smoking room" when booking. No guarantees, but at least there's a chance[9].
- Under 30k IDR per person for an hour! A Jakarta KTV miracle for budget fun.
- Don't let price fool you! Fried chicken skin, potato wedges surprisingly good; strawberry milkshake mantap [1]. Great food surprises!
- Challenge the extreme KTV: "30% singing, 70% lagging" [2]! Speakers have a sharp, piercing effect [3]. A brave, unique experience!
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