LG XBOOM XL7 Portable Tower Party Speaker with Pixel LED

The is definitely a party in a box, between listening to jams, hooking up a guitar and playing through it, or singing karaoke, this has you covered.

The Pros:
– It holds a charge as advertised, got near 20 hours between using Bluetooth and hooking up a guitar to play. Connecting to Bluetooth is easy.

– The sound quality is great, you get good sounding bass and treble depending on the music played.

– While slightly heavy, the wheels and handles help move the speaker wherever you need it.

– You can turn off the light functions or change their color depending on preferences.

– Has a USB-C port to charge portable devices.

Cons:
– It is heavier than other speakers in the market, so moving up and down stairs does take a bit of effort.

– No way to adjust bass or treble on the speaker itself, the device you connect to will have to have these functions to do so.

– Not a lot of beels and whistles when compared to other speakers in this category.

Overall, the speaker is a good rate for the cost. You can spend a 100 USD more to get fancier/name brand versions of slightly better quality, but if you just need the tunes and not to worried about the overall bells and whistles, then this will be a great pickup.

Very rugged and built to take a pounding. The LG speaker box is a good sized unit with some heft to it, so, it’s a good thing to have wheels and a telescopic handle built in for portability. The XBOOM is designed well to sit or stand, but standing is preferred for lighting effects and better overall sound quality.

The sound output is good, in fact, well above my initial expectations, with a deep base effect that can be switched on or off by a topside button or managed through the handy phone app. The LG XBOOM is great for parties, tailgates, karaoke or fireside jamming alongside as a guitar amp. Yes, it does that and comes with some basic effects. The best part is that the XBOOM speaker is super portable and can be recharged in any USB or AC outlet. I am still on the same initial charge and about six playing hours into it. Impressive for the amount of light and sound the XBOOM produces. The audio handling and range are impressive while allowing one to fine tune to their liking by using the equalizer in the app.

The LED color patterns are very cool and can be customized via the app to ones own likes. Colors can be set, there is even a strobe that finds the right times to flash; everything perfectly in sync. Very cool feature and right in sync with the music. If you are not into lights, they can easily be turned off from the top interface. Another feature that I really like is the DJ mode where I am able handwork the turntables for some fun effects.

Tap the play button a couple of times to advance to the next song or use the app to select songs and create playlists. I purchased a stubby USB thumb drive that stores an enormous library of audio files of which can be easily accessed via the phone app, all you need to do is ensure you are Bluetooth connected tot he speaker.

Two hundred and fifty watts produced from this tower is quite impressive! Being totally portable and rechargeable give something this well constructed and designed a cut above others in this range.

One thing to note: As I found from my experience, the app can be a little cumbersome or frustrating at first. Give yourself some time to become familiarized in navigating all of the menus, features and how to’s and trust me, you will love it. Even the manual is accessible via the app.

This one brings the bass without sounding muddy. It goes plenty loud but never sounds distorted nor like it’s straining. And that’s on battery – if you plug it in it’ll go even louder.

Really, this has a nice balanced frequency response, well suited to all genres of music. It has the (seemingly obligatory for this type of speaker) colored light ring circling the woofer, as well as some bright white LEDs that flash likeca strobe. Either or both can be switched off if you don’t want them or to let the battery last a little bit longer.

Perhaps the most exciting feature is the exclusive pixel display, which can display text, graphics, and animations. Using the phone app, you can program your own custom messages and create your own graphics and animations. This can be a lot of fun, but it’s most effective in the dark or under c
Subdued lighting. The pixel display is easily washed out in sunny outdoor conditions, though it is viewable in the shade, if not as impressive.

Other features available only on the app are a DJ mode, which lets you play sound effects and other samples – choose from a preloaded library or upload your own, and a karaoke mode which tries (with varying levels of success) to minimize the vocals on any music, allowing you to sing the lead.

This is primarily a Bluetooth speaker, but also offers a single microphone input, asvwell as an instrument input for a guitar or keyboard. Surprisingly it lacks a line/aux input. A workaround would be to use a Bluetooth transmitter, or you could use the instrument input, tho that is designed for lower level signals so might not be the best match depending on your source device.

Overall this is a great party speaker. The lack of a line input is a minor inconvenience since most people will probably be using Bluetooth music sources, and that lack is more than compensated by the well balanced, clean, and powerful sound as well as the DJ and Karaoke features and especially the animated pixel display, which I’ve not seen on any other similar speaker.

I honestly can’t even believe something like this exists, it’s just amazing.

When I first plugged this in, I was blown away at the bass and how loud this speaker could get without starting to have quality issues. The thing that really blew my mind was that like 30% volume is normal listening level, but at 40% or 50%, you literally might get noise complaints called on you, this thing can get LOUD.

I’ve tried a variety of different speakers, from $30 knockoff brands to $400 Sonos speakers, and I have to say this is definitely an incredibly unique experience.

On one hand, I would absolutely pick this speaker for any outdoor or party related thing, hands down. On the other hand, I would definitely not pick this for indoor normal music listening.

This speaker – at least to me – seems to be more focused on achieving louder volumes without audio degradation than it is about specific audio quality. For example, if I listen to my Sonos and then listen to this speaker, the music almost always sounds better on the Sonos (which can also get pretty loud) but the bass and loudness of this crushes the Sonos speaker.

As for the app experience and updating the speaker, adjusting the LED lighting and everything, it literally couldn’t be easier or a better experience. As soon as you pair this speaker with your iPhone (and I think Android does this as well) it immediately tells you to download an app that is designed for this speaker. Once the app is installed, you don’t even have to make an account or anything, it just instantly shows all the options to control the speaker and lighting and everything, all on one page with a very simple UI. I love the simplicity and ease of use of the app, and wish more apps like the Sony and Sonos apps would do a similar thing.

All in all, I absolutely love this thing and think it looks and sounds incredible, and if I had parties a lot, wanted to listen to loud music a lot, or wanted a speaker that sounded great and loud with a long battery life, this would absolutely be the speaker for me. However, I usually just listen to my Sonos and HomePod in surround sound through AirPlay from my iPhone at my desk while I work, and I infinitely prefer that combination for my personal use case.

10/10, absolutely recommend, this thing is incredible, just make sure it lines up with what you’re actually wanting to use it for!

Awesome speaker i use it for just about anything. I have a tv mounted on the back deck that has ok sound but even better using this to amplify sound was able to connect the speaker to theta via Bluetooth and it gave the amplification i needed to make moments more enjoyable. The smart lighting and features on this sub is awesome.

I have to agree with the other reviewers!! This speaker is so good I purchased another one because my backyard is so big. Once I linked both speakers together the sound traveled throughout my almost 1 acre backyard. We used these LG speakers for my twins high school Trunk party and it had the entire crowd rocking.
I will by one for my parents for Christmas for their backyard oasis.
(6) star rating.

I bought the xl7 for DJing with my Prime Go and its awesonme, the animations are pretty funny and the sound quality is wicked. With it releasing recently I’m looking forward to iphone app updates.

I’ll get the bad out of the way right off the bat. Price is a little high for this size speaker in the current market. It’s hard to be competitive with more established brands if you are priced higher. Bass isn’t quite as tight or deep as I would like. Overall upper range is a bit warm and lacking in detail. This can be improved, however, with the 3 band EQ in the app.

The Pixel display is the real star of the show with this speaker. There are some pre-set animations and scrolling text messages, plus you can create your own with emojis or text. You can also select colors and options to set repeat to play through your selected scenes or just run the same one continuously. You can also customize the light around the woofer with patterns and colors. The app is a must have for this speakers, since there are so many customization options and features. Record your own 5 second sound clip and add it to the DJ section, where there are also other sound effects and a scratch pad. The options via the app on this speaker are excellent and plentiful.

So overall this speaker does have a lot going for it, but the price is really the big issue. I think if this speaker ends up going on a substantial discount at some point it would certainly be worth a look. For those who like customization and features, this LG model has got serious game.

LG is back at it again with the XBOOM XL7 Portable Tower Speaker. It is a fantastic audio device that delivers great quality sound and an amazing listening experience. With its 250W of power, this speaker packs a punch and provides a robust audio output that fills any space with rich, clear, and immersive sound. Whether you’re playing your favorite tunes, watching movies, or hosting a party, the XL7 delivers impressive audio performance that will impress both you and your guests.

One standout feature of the XL7 is its ability to reach incredibly high volume levels without compromising audio quality. Even at full volume, the sound remains clear and distortion-free. This makes it an ideal choice for outdoor gatherings, parties, or any situation where you need to pump up the volume and create a lively atmosphere. The speaker’s powerful audio capabilities ensure that every beat, bassline, and lyric is heard with precision and impact.

In addition to its impressive audio performance, the XL7 is designed for portability and convenience. With up to 20 hours of battery life, you can enjoy extended playback without worrying about running out of power. The speaker is also lightweight and easy to move around, allowing you to take it with you wherever you go. Whether you’re indoors or outdoors, the XL7’s portable design ensures that you can enjoy your favorite music anytime, anywhere.

Overall, the LG XBOOM XL7 Portable Tower Speaker is a top-notch audio device that delivers excellent sound quality, impressive volume levels, and convenient portability. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a party host, or simply looking to enhance your audio experience, this speaker is a reliable choice that won’t disappoint. Get ready to immerse yourself in powerful, high-quality sound and enjoy the freedom to take your music anywhere with the XL7.

I suppose most people will use this speaker for parties and such, however, that’s not how I am using this speaker. I ordered this speaker to provide high-quality audio for watching movies in our backyard on our 150-inch projection screen. And for that purpose, this speaker has been terrific.

The first movie we watched while using this speaker was ‘Top Gun: Maverick’. I think it was a good choice. The action scenes sounded pretty awesome. I didn’t have the volume crazy loud, but it was pretty darn loud, and this speaker performed brilliantly. In fact, I like this speaker so much I am even considering buying another one so I can set them a good distance from each other and provide a wider sound field and a more immersive movie-watching experience. And, by the way, another super cool thing I was able to do with this speaker was use the programmable LED display as a marquee to scroll the name of the movie that was playing. Nice!

Give this speaker a try. I am very confident that you will like it too. I don’t have any complaints about it so far. And now that I think about it, I don’t think I have ever been unhappy with an LG product. I think they make really good products.

If you have any questions about this LG portable/party speaker, please feel free to ask, and I’ll try my best to answer. I hope you found this review helpful.