Buying a DAB radio

The digital revolution has hit the radio and to make sure you don't get left behind, we have done some research and have some handy tips as well as recommended products at your finger tips.

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Key benefits of 'going digital'

• It's FREE. Once you've purchased your brand new digital radio you can enjoy benefits for free, forever.
• More radio stations to choose from. Including both local and national. Some towns and cities will have 40 or more digital stations, at east double the number currently available to most people on FM.
• Improved Sound Quality. DAB digital radio means interference free listening wherever you are - at home or on the move. There's no hiss, crackle, or pop, no fading, no overlap, just great radio all the time.
• No tuning in. With a DAB Digital Radio there are no frequencies. Just choose the station you want by name from the text display screen. It's easy every time.
• No Re-tuning So you can move around the country hassle, taking all the benefits with you wherever you go.
• Your in control. Become your own DJ with the added ability to rewind something and listen again.
• Multimedia Fun Many stations transmit the name of the artist, the title of the song, and sometimes even what's coming up next. Many units also come with USB port for future updates to enhance this added functionality.
• Diversity of listening. You'll no doubt find a whole raft of new, unique, specialist radio stations amongst your current old favourites.

So what does DAB actually mean?

DAB stands for Digital Audio Broadcasting and is the future of radio broadcasting.

What types of DAB Digital Radio products are there?

HOME
These come in the form of separates that plug into existing hi-fi systems or are stand-alone. PORTABLE
New innovations in DAB technology have made battery operated DAB Digital Radios possible, as well as small, mains operated portable radios. Prices start from only £99.

CAR
There are two ways to receive in-car digital radio: the first and simplest (though slightly more expensive) method is the integrated unit. This comes in one piece and means you only need to install the head-unit into the dashboard. The other is to buy a compatible head-unit for the dash, and a boot box which can be installed either in the boot or the glove compartment.

COMPUTER
You can listen to DAB Digital Radio at work, or in the office when you turn your PC into a DAB receiver.

So what stations can I actually receive?

Visit the official DAB Digital Radio site and simply type in your post-code to get a full listing.

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