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Audio Compression Options for FM Broadcast

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This applies to use of a [[Radio Transmitter]] for FM broadcasting, and the broadcasting of music as opposed to exclusively voice.  Types of FM broadcasting include low power FCC Part 15 compliant devices for Microbroadcasting and LPFM (Low Power FM) broadcasting such as college campus radio or community radio.  The discussion assumes the use of FCC complaint equipment and operating within the boundary of law for your area.  This applies to FM Broadcast Stereo transmission on the [[3 Meter FM Broadcast Radio]] band within the legal limits of power, antenna height, emission regulations, [[FM Broadcast Radio Frequency Deviation]], and other related regulations.<big><big>The Sound of Radio</big></big> This applies to use of a [[Radio Transmitter]] for FM broadcasting, and the broadcasting of music as opposed to exclusively voice.  Types of FM broadcasting include low power FCC Part 15 compliant devices for Microbroadcasting and LPFM (Low Power FM) broadcasting such as college campus radio or community radio.  The discussion assumes the use of FCC complaint equipment and operating within the boundary of law for your area.  This applies to FM Broadcast Stereo transmission on the [[3 Meter FM Broadcast Radio]] band within the legal limits of power, antenna height, emission regulations, [[FM Broadcast Radio Frequency Deviation]], and other related restrictions.# Thimeo Audio Technology: [https://www.thimeo.com/stereo-tool/ Stereo Tool] (Windows, Mac, Linux)# PulseEffects / EasyEffects (linux) ([https://github.com/wwmm/easyeffects github])# Audio DPS for Windows by <small>AudioEnhance, Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom</small> [http://audioenhancedps.co.uk/TriBandAudioCompressorLimiter.html Audio Compressor / Limiter: 3-band]Thimeo Audio Technology offers this informative article [https://www.thimeo.com/blog/the-advantages-of-composite-clipping/ The advantages of composite clipping].Hardware the average individual can't afford but is used by large stations include names like Orban Optimod and DBX Quantum.  Smaller stations use equipment by Behringer, DBX and Aphex.  You might find a used Behringer Ultradyne on eBay for around $500.  You can build one yourself, search for "Pira CZ Compressor/Limiter/Clipper for FM broadcasting."Some affordable consumer grade options (if you can find them):* FMR RNC 1773 (Really Nice Compressor)* [[Alesis Nano Compressor]][[Category:Micro Broadcasting]]
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