Affordable Small Scale DAB For Stoke And Newcastle
About us
The Alternative Broadcast Company (ABC) is the operator of the Small Scale DAB (SSDAB) network for Stoke and Newcastle-under-Lyme. SSDAB is the latest phase in Ofcom’s plan to establish DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasts) to replace analogue systems (such as AM or FM) for radio stations. DAB can provide better quality audio and a greater choice of channels for listeners but, so far, it has only been available to national and large commercial providers. Small Scale DAB (SSDAB) is aimed at extending these benefits to smaller stations such as community radio, non-profits and smaller commercial channels.
We’ve now launched the multiplex having been awarded the licence last year.
Ethos and values
Our unique selling point is that ABC has been established as a ‘not-for-profit’ company. So, whilst we have an experienced team that will provide a professional service, our non-profit ethos means that we can always ensure that the ‘smaller’ stations (such as community channels) are treated fairly. Plus, any surplus will be shared between local non-profit media groups rather than commercial shareholders. So, whether large or small, commercial or charitable, by using our network stations can be confident of receiving a quality service whilst supporting the amazing work of local community media.
JOIN US
ABC is a unique opportunity to establish SSDAB in North Staffordshire in a way that is professional, affordable and accessible but also helps to fund the future of local community media in our area. The website has all the details of the stations currently on air and also a line up of some of the stations who may be joining us in the next few months.
If you would like your station to be broadcast in our area, don’t hesitate to get in touch. If all the stations who have expressed a firm interest join up we will be approaching the limit of our network so access will be operated on a first come, first served basis. In other words, the sooner you register your interest, the better!
Whether you are a station or a listener, we hope that you can join us on this journey!
get in touch
To find out more, get in touch using the contact details below:-
Phone
Mobile: 07771773981
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