More Radio Joins DAB

More Radio, a local independently owned radio station, has has commenced DAB broadcasts. The station has joined the local Sussex multiplex, and is broadcasting at a low bit rate of 64kbps (mono). This service is broadcasting using ‘original flavour’ DAB, and should be available on all DAB radios in Sussex.

Antenna Radio Ceases Transmission

Antenna Radio

DAB radio station Antenna Radio is believed to have ceased transmission. Their website (antennaradio.co.uk) is no longer accessible. The station was broadcast on the Manchester, Portsmouth, Aldershot and Woking, Glasgow and Norwich trial DAB multiplexes. The station has been completely removed from the Manchester trial multiplex.

Chelmsford to Gain a New Digital Radio Station

Chelmer Radio

Chelmsford in Essex is to gain a new digital radio station. Called Chelmer Radio, the station already has an on-line stream, and is planning a DAB service. Chelmer Radio is a actually a returning name. The original Chelmer Radio launched in 1998 as part of the Mid Essex Radio group. The station was taken over…Read moreRead more

Review: Sony XDR-S40DBP

This radio is a fairly portable DAB/DAB+/FM radio, which can run from 4AA batteries, or via the included mains adapter. Price is normally around £45, and is available in black, white, and red & grey. This radio is one of many that I own, and I have to say it’s one of the best. If…Read moreRead more