During CES 2026, LG Electronics added a major new member to its Xboom speaker product line — the Stage501 party speaker. This new product was deeply developed by LG in collaboration with famous musician Will.i.am, integrating AI technology into entertainment scenarios and solving the problem of difficult-to-find traditional karaoke accompaniment files.

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The core highlight of Stage501 is its built-in "AI Karaoke Master" function. With this feature, users can easily remove or dynamically adjust the vocal parts of "almost any song." This means that even without a dedicated backing track, users can turn their favorite pop songs into karaoke accompaniments in real time through AI processing. In addition, the speaker also supports pitch adjustment, which can automatically match the vocal range of the singer, reducing the difficulty of singing.

In terms of hardware configuration, Stage501 retains its highly recognizable pentagonal design and has upgraded the internal acoustic structure. It features new dual bass units and full-range driver units, with the official claim that the sound quality will be more profound and rich. As a speaker designed for party scenarios, its battery life is also very strong, with an internal replaceable 99Wh battery that supports up to 25 hours of wireless playback. In power mode, its maximum output power can reach 220W, sufficient to cover large party spaces.

At present, LG has not yet revealed the final price of this AI speaker, but it has confirmed that the product will officially launch in 2026. As another attempt of AI-native hardware in the audio field, the performance of Stage501 is worth watching.

Key Points:

  • 🎤 Instant Vocal Removal: Stage501 is equipped with AI algorithms, which can remove vocals from any song in real time and support intelligent tuning, without the need for specific backing tracks.

  • 🔋 Long Battery Life: It uses a replaceable 99Wh battery design, allowing continuous playback for 25 hours on a single charge, with a peak power of up to 220W.

  • 🤝 Collaboration with a Celebrity: Designed in collaboration by LG and Will.i.am, it features an upgraded dual bass unit, specifically designed to enhance the immersive experience of parties.