- The new LG Stage 501, Blast, Mini and Rock models will arrive in 2026
- FYI.RAiDiO integration and AI audio enhancement
- Up to 220W of power in the largest models
LG’s xboom speakers, developed in collaboration with will.i.am, are a lot of fun, and by 2026 there will be four new models joining some of our favorites, like the xboom Stage 301 and the fun xboom Grab.
The names of the new models give a big clue about their function: xboom Stage 501, Blast, Mini and Rock collectively cover all the audio bases, from rock parties to travel-friendly laptops. All models promise “AI-powered intelligence,” including automatic equalization, automatic lighting synchronization, and, on the Stage and Blast models, automatic room compensation.
LG xboom 2026 speakers: new features
The first is the xboom Stage 501, a party speaker with up to 220 W when connected to the mains and 160 W with battery. That battery is huge, offering up to 25 hours of playback and powering two woofers, full-range drivers, and tweeters. The cabinet has five sides, so it can stand vertically, tilt or mount on a tripod to fit the space. It also has a karaoke mode, AI Karaoke Master, that can remove vocals “from virtually any song,” as well as adjust the pitch for easier singing.
The xboom Blast shares the same 99 Wh battery, this time with up to 35 hours. It’s a more portable but no less powerful option, offering up to 220W with powerful bass, courtesy of three passive radiators.
The xboom Mini is much smaller and designed for smaller spaces and listening on the go. It will play for up to 10 hours between charges and is water and dust resistant to IP67. There is a built-in tripod stand and “magic strap” for flexible placement and carrying.
Last but not least is the rugged military-grade speaker called the xboom Rock. It’s an upgrade from the current XG2 with up to 10 hours of playback, Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast, and improved 6W output.
Previous xboom models were this We’re close to appearing on our list of the best Bluetooth speakers, and we really like them; We’ll see if the new models can improve even more.
We expect to hear more details at CES 2026, hopefully including pricing and availability.
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