Side by Side

Radio magazine looks at several products of a cetain type and feature set and compares them side by side.


Side by Side: Budget Mics for Remotes 

Look at a typical radio remote and you'll see a few regular mic choices, but there are other options available.

Side by Side: USB Audio Interfaces 

For portable use, a peripheral device is the simplest way to enhance a computer's audio I/O while still keeping the setup compact.

Side by Side: Cable Testers 

The latest breed of cable testers can quickly diagnose wiring errors, and some models have added unique connectors beyond XLR and TRS as well, such as RJ-11, RJ-45 and USB.

Side by Side: Mic Processors 

The human voice is capable of a wide dynamic range, which is why it makes sense to run a station's mics through a mic processor.

Side by Side: Compact Mixers 

We look at several compact, portable mixers that might work well for your remote broadcast setup.

Side by Side: Acoustic Tiles 

If the studio doesn't sound good, the on-air product won't sound good either. Here are some products to control the acoustics.

Side by Side: Telephone Hybrids 

While newer technology for telephony exists, the POTS line is still in common use. We picked four popular single-line telephone hybrids to compare.

Side by Side: Video Recorders 

Radio stations are posting video content online, so we looked at some of the available tools for your station.

Today in Radio History

Milestones From Radio's Past

The history of radio broadcasting extends beyond the work of a few famous inventors.

EAS Information More on EAS

FCC Publishes Fifth Report and Order on EAS

The new rules take effect April 30, 2012.

FEMA Releases 2012 Supplemental Guidance Report

The purpose of the document is to promote consistency in policy across Federal grant programs, and to ensure compatibility among Federally funded projects.

EAS/CAP FAQ

Now that FEMA has adopted the CAP1.2 standard, broadcasters are asking questions about the deadline to install equipment and updates to the EAS rules.

NWS XML/Atom Feed for CAP Messages

The feed provides feeds for all US states and territories.

How Much Data in CAP?

Now that the IPAWS OPEN server is on-line, it makes sense to get your CAP-enabled EAS equipment going.

Wallpaper Calendar

Radio 2012 Calendar Wallpaper

Need a calendar for your computer desktop? Use one of ours.

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