Singer Haqiem Rusli Delays Personal Microphone Purchase Due to Frugality, Calls it Career Investment

Malaysian singer Haqiem Rusli revealed that his cautious approach to spending and his dedication to saving money were the primary reasons he only recently decided to invest in his own personal microphone. This purchase, his first since beginning his artistic career, is considered a major investment.

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Memang saya jenis yang suka menyimpan duit dan berfikir panjang sebelum membuat pembelian yang melibatkan kos besar. Sebab itu saya selalu tangguhkan hasrat untuk memiliki mikrofon sendiri walaupun ramai rakan industri sudah lama menggunakannya.

Haqiem admitted to being someone who thinks carefully before making substantial purchases, which led him to postpone acquiring his own microphone despite many industry peers already owning theirs. He noted that artists like Hael Husaini, Ernie Zakri, and Khai Bahar had acquired theirs much earlier.

While declining to disclose the exact price, the 28-year-old singer confirmed the microphone's cost falls within the five-figure range. He sees it not just as an expensive item but as a crucial investment for his singing career. His wife, Anis Sofia, played a key role in his decision, consistently encouraging him not to be overly hesitant about investing in tools that could elevate his professional performance.

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Kalau dibandingkan dengan rakan-rakan artis lain seperti Hael Husaini, Ernie Zakri dan Khai Bahar, saya mungkin antara yang paling lewat membeli mikrofon sendiri. Mereka sudah lama memilikinya, tetapi saya baru sekarang terbuka hati untuk melabur dalam perkara ini.

Haqiem shared that his wife convinced him that investing in something that enhances his career quality is worthwhile. He acknowledged his own tendency to save excessively and overthink purchases. Ultimately, her reassurance that the investment would provide satisfaction and improve his vocal quality led to his decision.

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Saya tidak mahu berkongsi harga tepat kerana bagi saya itu perkara peribadi. Apa yang boleh saya katakan, nilainya memang dalam lingkungan lima angka. Ia bukan pembelian yang murah, tetapi saya melihatnya sebagai satu pelaburan untuk kerjaya.

He reported a significant difference in sound quality since using the new microphone, describing the audio through his ear monitors as clearer and more premium. This improved listening experience has boosted his confidence while singing, leading him to believe that a better auditory experience for the performer translates to a higher quality outcome for the audience. He considers the purchase highly valuable.

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Sofia selalu cakap tidak salah untuk berbelanja bagi sesuatu yang boleh memberi manfaat kepada kerjaya. Saya pula memang jenis yang suka menyimpan dan kadang-kadang terlalu banyak berfikir sebelum membeli sesuatu.