Soundcore brought the party to CES 2025 this year with two powerful new Bluetooth speakers planned for spring release. The Rave 3S is a big, powerful party speaker that brings AI-powered karaoke capabilities to any music source. The Boom 2 Pro is a rugged boombox designed for outdoor use.
Both new Soundcore speakers put on light shows, among other things HomePods can’t do.
Soundcore Rave 3S: Turn your Apple Music Library into a karaoke paradise
Anker subsidiary Soundcore’s upcoming Rave 3S speaker looks like a versatile party companion that works seamlessly with your iPhone, iPad or MacBook. The 200-watt powerhouse speaker introduces an innovative, AI-powered vocal removal feature that can transform any song into an instant karaoke track.
Whether you’re hosting a party or practicing your singing, you can adjust or completely remove the original vocals with a single tap. (This is different from Apple Music Sing, the karaoke mode that lets you turn down the lyrics so you can sing along to your favorite hits.)
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The speaker comes equipped with two wireless microphones, perfect for duets or impromptu rap battles. For musicians, there’s also a 3/4-inch input that accepts an additional wired microphone or guitar, making it a portable entertainment system for small venues or home gatherings.
Rave 3S key features:
- 200W output for audio coverage up to 1,076 square feet.
- AI-powered vocal removal technology compatible with any music source.
- Beat-synchronized LED light show controlled via companion app.
- Dual wireless microphones included.
- Vocal enhancement and reverb effects for professional-sounding performance.
- 12-hour battery life for extended parties.
- IPX4 water resistance for worry-free outdoor use.
- Spatial Audio Mode for immersive sound experience.
- Auracast support for multi-device streaming.
- BassUp technology for enhanced low-end response.
Boom 2 Pro: Adventure-ready audio companion
For Apple users who love the outdoors, Soundcore’s new Boom 2 Pro builds on the success of its predecessor in the Boom lineup with greater durability. The speaker now boasts an IP68 rating, making it fully dust-proof and waterproof — perfect for beach days, pool parties or dusty hiking trails. It even floats, ensuring your music keeps playing if the Bluetooth speaker takes an unexpected dip.
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Boom 2 Pro key features:
- 140W powerful output with deep bass down to 40Hz
- Four-driver audio system with Active Crossover
- IP68 dust and waterproof rating
- Customizable RGB light show that syncs with music
- 20-hour battery life
- 30W fast charging capability
- Power bank functionality for charging Apple devices
- TWS Connect for stereo pairing
- PartyCast 2.0 supports up to 100 connected speakers
Availability and pricing
The Soundcore Rave 3S will become available March 10, 2025, with a retail price of $349, Soundcore said. The Boom 2 Pro will launch in April 2025 at $249. Both speakers will be available through major retailers and Soundcore’s website.
