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Why Can’t Radio Stations Unite To Promote HD Radio

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Time to Upgrade

Australia was successful in doing this in August 6, 2009. For the first time in the history of the radio industry in the Land Down Under, radio stations gather to promote the exodus of the radio industry here from analog to digital.

From Hype to Historical

The event created so much publicity, that the hype of having a digital radio turned into something historical.

HD Radio, without a doubt has some disadvantages: expensive receivers, costly conversion of digital equipment. But everyone knows about the benefits, and this is where policy makers, digital radio manufacturers, and radio networks should come together, to unite and tell the masses the advantages. Continue reading Why Can’t Radio Stations Unite To Promote HD Radio →

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The Future of HD Radio In The Philippines

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Pioneering HD Radio in the Philippines

The very first FM station to operate via HD Radio (HD-R) in the Philippines began digitally broadcasting on November 9, in 2005. iFM 93.9 DWKC FM of Radio Mindanao Network (RMN) pioneered the use of the said new radio technology.

The country’s National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) are still finalizing its regulations for digital FM radio operations. Despite this, several Manila-based stations have already committed to roll out the technology.

Network owners are ready to shell out money indeed, but it’s clear that the market is yet to be ready.

HD-R receivers come at a hefty price (around US$100 to $150 or PHP 4000 to PHP 6000).

This is why radio Continue reading The Future of HD Radio In The Philippines →

Philippines Radio

Listened to Radio High 105.9 Lately?

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Radio High 105.9 Replaces UR 105.9

There’s a new station replacing UR on 105.9.

Its Radio High 105.9 which plays smooth jazz familiar to Francis Lumen’s previous format during his time at 923 Joey.

The station is now owned by Lumen’s All Youth Channels Inc., which previously manages 92.3 as U92 from 2009-2010. Visit their official website at http://radiohigh.ph. =)

Tip from Baltazar Benedicto

Listen to Radio High 105.9 click here

Production Tips

Importance of High Production Value on Your Radio Station

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High Production value: James Bond Movies

In Hollywood, the quality of a movie is mostly referred to as the “production value.”

Basically, those films with bigger budgets tend to have higher production value because huge amount of money is being put on resources like the setting and special effects.

Why Production Value?

It is the aim of a film maker (depending on the genre though) to make the movie appear epic, attractive, realistic, relevant, stylish and expensive looking. This is what makes movie goers “go” to see a movie.

A James Bond movie is an example of a high production value flick, not just because of the protagonist’s cool gadgets, but also because of its expensive cars and its remote and exotic locations.

What About In Radio? Continue reading Importance of High Production Value on Your Radio Station →

Philippines Radio

96.3 WRock Cebu Continuous To Dominate

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96.3 WRock Cebu

The departure of the original 96.3 WRock in Metro Manila did not put out the fire of WRock’s sister station in Cebu. Legally known as DYRK FM, it is the only surviving call sign that carries the legendary AC brand.

96.3 WRock was the premiere choice for light rock and easy listening in Metro Manila since 1988 until it was bought by Manila Broadcasting Company (MBC) in 2008 and turned it into 96.3 Easy Rock.

Network owner ACWS – United Broadcasting Network brought WRock as an internet radio but eventually closed down in 2010 along with its sister stations in Davao and Bacolod. Continue reading 96.3 WRock Cebu Continuous To Dominate →

Philippines Radio

106.7 Dream FM Goes Pure Online at PinoyTuner.com

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Dream FM Becomes 'JAZZistas'

Dream FM listeners and Jazz music fans cannot believe they will be missing one more Jazz radio station in Manila FM band.

XFM 92.3 was a jazz station but was closed. Until now, there were only two Jazz stations left: Crossover 105.1 and 106.7 Dream FM. When July 1st comes, there will be one Jazz station left and more masa station added in the already crowded radio spectrum (as Energy FM takes over 106.7).

Fans suggest that Dream FM take on the 105.9 dial point. UR FaceRadio is said to vacate the slot by the end of this month.

Avid Jazzista Anthony Frank Tan, however, consoled listeners by directing them into an all-jazz online radio station via PinoyTuner.com. The station is branded as JAZZistas. It will not be carrying the Dream FM branding, but the “stationality” promises to bring the sound of the soon-to-be defunct radio to world-wide audience. Continue reading 106.7 Dream FM Goes Pure Online at PinoyTuner.com →

Philippines Radio

Listen to 106.7 Energy FM, Is Cathy G Really Missing?

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Energy FM on Dream 106.7

Energy FM on Dream 106.7 is just 2 days away, but the latest buzz is more than just that. Cathy G, its afternoon DJ is missing!

And they are scrambling to find her, so she can be on their July 1st launching. Is she really missing or is this a publicity stunt, if it’s a joke, not really a good joke, but if it is, you be the judge.

It’s official, that Energy FM is on 106.7. But they are not dropping the brand “Dream”. In fact, it’s on their graphics.

We believe this might be a temporary move, so as to remind or re-orient, so to speak, listeners that their Dream 106.7 is no longer a jazz station. Remember 91.5 Big Radio, is also doing this, with plugs that go “And dating Energy, big time na (the former Energy, now goes big time!)”.

But going back to the Cathy G thing, a YouTube was in fact uploaded. And even had Program Director Gio Mendez say they had to report it to the authorities.

So is Cathy G missing? Is this a gimmick?

Listen to 106.7 Energy FM on Dream FM

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Philippines Radio

90.3 Energy FM Dagupan Refurbishes Studio-Office

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Energy FM Dagupan

Our friends at 90.3 Energy FM Dagupan were kind to share their newly face-lifted office and studio.

Legally known as DWKT or 90.3 Energy FM is a FM radio station owned by Ultrasonic Broadcasting System Inc.. The radio station’s broadcast studio and office is located in Dagupan City.

Between the years 1992 and 2005, the station was formerly running under the brand name Mellow Touch 90.3. FBS Radio Network Inc. was the company that operated the station.

In 2005, UBSI bought the station and applied a new format, flipping it to 90.3 Energy FM.

Below are the photos of their new office and studio. Continue reading 90.3 Energy FM Dagupan Refurbishes Studio-Office →

Philippines Radio

Listen to DWDM Pinas FM 95.5, They Play More OPM

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Pinas FM

That’s according to the recent award given to DWDM FM 95.5, now known as “Pinas FM”.

Recently they have been recognized for its consistent support for promoting and patronage of OPM or Original Pilipino Music.

The citation was given this month, June 2011 as part of the organization’s, as well as the KBP’s (Kapisanan Ng Mga Brodkaster Ng Pilipinas) implementation of the Executive Order 255 issued by the late Philippine President Corazon Aquino.

Spearheaded by President Ogie Alcasid, the “Organisasyon Ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit” encourages radio stations in the Philippines to play at least 4 local songs in one clock hour.

Below are the details of the EO No 255 Continue reading Listen to DWDM Pinas FM 95.5, They Play More OPM →

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5 Things You Should Know About the New SAM Broadcaster

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New SAM Broadcaster

SAM Broadcaster, the most popular radio automation software for online radio stations has just announced recently their updated version. It’s long overdue but the wait is worth it.

Here are essentially five things you should know about the new version.

No. 1 Updated Sam Interface – the new interface boasts of a new graphical user interface that is very relevant with today’s modern operating system. The new skin is the talk of the town and the best thing is the skin update is free. Just click here (http://spacial.com/sam-broadcaster)

No. 2 New Branding – the company has always been called Spacial Audio, but they now dropped ‘Audio’ and is now branding itself as simply “Spacial”. Other products like SAM Party DJ is now called SAM DJ, and SimpleCast is now called SAM Cast.

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