LG has officially launched the xboom Stage 501 portable Bluetooth speaker in the United States at a price of $499.99.
The speaker was first showcased at CES 2026 earlier this year, where LG teased it as part of a new wave of xboom portable Bluetooth speakers designed for music enthusiasts.
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AI Karaoke and Sound Features
The standout feature of the Stage 501 is its AI Karaoke Master capability, which allows users to remove vocals from almost any song in real time and adjust the pitch.
This means any track can become a karaoke session without needing a special version or a paid subscription.
The feature is controlled through LG's companion app.
The speaker has been personally tuned by will. i.
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am and uses premium acoustic components from Peerless.
It delivers up to 220W of power when connected to a wall outlet, but drops to 160W when running on battery.
LG claims the replaceable battery lasts up to 25 hours.
The speaker also includes AI Sound to adjust output based on content type and Space Calibration Pro to tune sound according to the room or environment.
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Design and Availability
The Stage 501 features dual-bar LED lighting, strobe effects, and accent lighting on the control panel.
It has a PA-style look suited for performances and a dual-handle system for easy carrying.
Users can set it up upright, flat, angled, or mount it on a pole depending on the space.
The speaker is available from LG's official website in the US. Financing options are available, with monthly payments starting at $166.66 for a three-month interest-free plan.
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Longer plans add interest over six or twelve months.
