SETTING UP A FM RADIO STATION IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

For comprehensive information on setting up a FM radio station in the United Kingdom, please read on.

We have over five years experience setting up dozens of low power FM and commercial FM radio stations, in addition to advising on hundreds of installations around the world.

If you are considering setting up a FM radio station in the United Kingdom, it is essential to know what the available options are to get on air.

We can provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision. It will include details on the various types of radio stations that can be established in the UK. Some of these include:

  • Local Commercial FM
  • Restricted Service Licenses (LPFM)
  • Community Radio Licenses

For each of these options it is important to know such details as:

  • Startup and ongoing costs for the station
  • Transmission and studio equipment that will be required
  • Information on how to obtain a FM frequency
  • The exact process for getting on air

If you are seriously investigating setting up a FM radio station in the United Kingdom, you will need professional assistance to help make this a reality.

Simply enter your details in the form below. This will give us an idea of exactly what you want to achieve with your radio station, the distance you want to broadcast to, etc. We will then compile a customised analysis of your situation that includes the options available to you, the costs that would be involved, as well as information on the broadcast and studio equipment you will need. Additionally you will receive instructions on how you should proceed next in the process to getting on air.

Along with the customised analysis you will also receive a copy of our useful 'Guide to starting up a FM radio station'. This guide features additional information on these issues:

  • The steps to take to obtain a FM frequency
  • Tips on determining how many Watts of broadcast power you will need
  • Issues to consider when starting up an online streaming radio station
  • Information on specialist services you will need before submitting your application for a frequency
  • Tips on choosing a transmitter with a suitable power output
  • The secret to minimising costs for your studio equipment
  • Our own tried and proven recommendations for radio automation software and transmission equipment for UK radio stations
  • Details on music licensing and royalties, along with information on how much you can expect to pay...

... plus more.

The information featured in this guide can alone help save hundreds of pounds on equipment when setting up a FM radio station in the UK. Additionally, it will speed up the process to get on air by telling you in plain english exactly what steps you need to take, and in which order.

To receive a customised analysis of your situation that includes:

  • Startup and ongoing costs for the station
  • Transmission and studio equipment that will be required
  • Information on how to obtain a FM frequency
  • The exact process for getting on air

as well as our guide to setting up a FM radio station, simply fill in the form below and click on the 'Submit' button.

Please fill in the following form for information on starting a radio station:

First Name:


Last Name:


Email address:


Town / City:


Country you wish to
broadcast in:


Interested in:



Please detail your budget, the distance you wish to broadcast, and any progress you have made so far with setting up your radio station:

Comments / other information:

We serve a large number of customers throughout the UK and many other countries around the world, and are equipped to help you to start up a FM radio station.

Click on the Submit button below to send this information to us. All information you provide is kept strictly confidential in line with our privacy policy.

 




Mulcher Broadcasting
A division of HoganWest
Suite 727, Office 6, Slington House
Rankine Road, Basingstoke
RG24 8PH

Email: radio@themulcher.co.uk

Phone: 020 7084 6200

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