{"id":18592,"date":"2025-02-24T16:04:30","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T15:04:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/?p=18592"},"modified":"2025-12-24T10:42:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T09:42:18","slug":"radio-station-equipment-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/radio-station-equipment-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Radio Station Equipment: Full Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of the most important things for radio broadcasters is the choice of their radio station equipment. Not only does your material allow you to set up your radio stream, it also helps you enhance your broadcasting quality and provide your audience with a great listening experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the vast choice of audio equipment that is available today, it can be difficult to know where to start. To help you see a little clearer we\u2019re going to look at\u00a05 categories of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/equipment-radio-station\/\">radio station equipment<\/a> that can be useful for improving your broadcasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#invest\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\">1\/ Why invest in radio station equipment?<\/mark><br><\/a><a href=\"#computer\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\">2\/ Computer<\/mark><br><\/a><a href=\"#headphones\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\">3\/ Headphones<\/mark><br><\/a><a href=\"#microphone\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\">4\/ Microphone<\/mark><\/a><strong><br><\/strong><a href=\"#mixer\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\">5\/ Mixing desk<\/mark><\/a><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><br><\/mark><\/strong><a href=\"#stand\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\">6\/ Microphone stand<\/mark><\/a><br><a href=\"#7\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffa502\" class=\"has-inline-color\">7\/ Where to purchase your equipment?<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3.png\" alt=\"complete set up of radio station equipment\" class=\"wp-image-33981 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-640x325.png 640w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-1240x630.png 1240w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-860x437.png 860w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-680x345.png 680w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-500x254.png 500w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-400x203.png 400w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-200x102.png 200w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-50x25.png 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/650;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3.png\" alt=\"complete set up of radio station equipment\" class=\"wp-image-33981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-640x325.png 640w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-1240x630.png 1240w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-860x437.png 860w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-680x345.png 680w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-500x254.png 500w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-400x203.png 400w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-200x102.png 200w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-3-50x25.png 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"invest\"><span style=\"color: #FFA502;\"><strong>Why invest in radio station equipment?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to running <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/p\/how-start-internet-radio-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">an internet radio station<\/a><\/em>, you might want to invest in some additional equipment in order to broadcast live on air and <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/6-ways-improve-audio-quality-radio-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ensure high quality audio<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Providing a great audio experience will give your broadcasts a more professional feel, as well as helping you attract new listeners and keep them coming back for more! Your audio quality can help differentiate your from competing stations. Rest assured, there\u2019s no need to break the bank in order to broadcast high quality audio content! So let\u2019s take a look at the different equipment you may need to start broadcasting.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"computer\"><span style=\"color: #FFA502;\"><strong>Computer and Internet connection<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>As apposed to traditional FM (frequency modulation) radio that broadcast with an antenna, online radio stations broadcast through the power of the Internet. So, if there&rsquo;s one thing you must have in order to start your online radio station, it&rsquo;s a computer with Internet connection. There are no specific requirements when it comes to the operating system (MacOS, Windows or Linux), the choice mainly comes down to your own personal preference!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This equipment will allow you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>set up an online radio stream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>manage content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>create playlists and programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>schedule your content to broadcast automatically<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>go live on air (with a broadcasting software)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the basis for getting your radio station up and running. If you&rsquo;re only planning on streaming automated audio content on your station, then you don&rsquo;t necessarily need to invest in any more radio equipment. However, let&rsquo;s take a look at what you&rsquo;ll need&nbsp;if you\u2019re planning on broadcasting live on air.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: remember that in order to go live, you&rsquo;ll need to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/internet-radio-software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">broadcasting software<\/a>! Many are available to download for free regardless of your preferred operating system (MacOs, Windows or Linux).<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"headphones\"><span style=\"color: #FFA502;\"><strong>Headphones<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Headphones are an essential piece of equipment in the world of audio, especially for radio broadcasters. Their main role is to help you hear what\u2019s happening on your radio better than with speakers. Furthermore, the audio quality is better, which allows you to feel closer to the music. The sound you&rsquo;ll get through your headphones will be \u00ab\u00a0truer\u00a0\u00bb than what you will hear from your computer&rsquo;s built-in speakers for example. They also allow you to pre-listen to songs before broadcasting them to ensure a smooth transition between tracks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4.png\" alt=\"radio host with headphones and microphone\" class=\"wp-image-33982 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-640x325.png 640w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-1240x630.png 1240w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-860x437.png 860w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-680x345.png 680w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-500x254.png 500w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-400x203.png 400w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-200x102.png 200w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-50x25.png 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/650;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4.png\" alt=\"radio host with headphones and microphone\" class=\"wp-image-33982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-640x325.png 640w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-1240x630.png 1240w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-860x437.png 860w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-680x345.png 680w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-500x254.png 500w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-400x203.png 400w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-200x102.png 200w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-4-50x25.png 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re live on air, listening to your broadcast through headphones avoids the <strong>effect of Larsen&nbsp;<\/strong><em>(when your microphone broadcasts what it hears from your speakers and causes a double broadcast on your radio).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 3 main qualities to look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Comfort: <\/strong>they should be comfortable and high quality as you could be wearing them for long periods of time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Neutral: <\/strong>you want to invest in headphones that provide a neutral sound, meaning that all frequency ranges are heard at the same level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Closed: <\/strong>they should isolate you from background noise so that surrounding sounds don&rsquo;t impact your focus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/best-budget-headphones-radio-2021\/\" style=\"background-color:#ff9150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover our selection of best budget Headphones<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"microphone\"><span style=\"color: #FFA502;\"><strong>Microphone<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning on speaking live on air, then a mic is (obviously) an essential piece of radio equipment! Although you can broadcast from the built-in microphone on your computer if you have one, using an external microphone will provide better audio quality. With the vast choice of mics out there, it can be difficult to know which one to purchase, especially if you&rsquo;re new to the world of broadcasting. We\u2019re going to simplify it all by breaking it down into 2 categories: USB and XLR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>USB Mics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the name indicates, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/the-best-usb-microphones-for-radio-broadcasters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USB microphones<\/a><\/em> are plugged into a computer directly via USB cable. There\u2019s no need to use mixing desk in order to connect your mic and begin your broadcast, simply connect it to your computer and you\u2019re good to go! They are a great option if you&rsquo;re looking to broadcast on a budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>XLR Mics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to connect an <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/popular-microphones-radio-podcasting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">XLR microphone<\/a><\/em> to your computer, you&rsquo;ll need a mixing desk or an audio interface. They are generally more expensive than USB microphones, but tend to provide better audio quality and last longer. As they are compatible with most standard audio equipment, they also leave room for you to easily change the other components of your studio set up. For example, if you start out with an audio interface and decide later on to switch to a mixing console, you won&rsquo;t need to change your microphone in order for all of your material to work together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within this category, you can distinguish 2 sub-categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dynamic mics: <\/strong>tend to pick up mostly what\u2019s in front of them and reduce background noise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Condenser mics: <\/strong>are generally more sensitive and are known for providing a \u00ab\u00a0warm\u00a0\u00bb sound<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When selecting your mic, make sure to take the directionality (polar pattern) into consideration too:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cardioid: <\/strong>captures sound mostly from the front, rejecting background noise. Best for solo broadcasting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supercardioid \/ Hypercardioid: <\/strong>even tighter pickup pattern, great for isolating your voice in noisy environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Omnidirectional: <\/strong>captures sound from all directions. Not ideal unless you&rsquo;re doing group discussions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/best-budget-microphones-radio-2021\/\" style=\"background-color:#ff9150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover our selection of best budget Microphones<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"mixer\"><span style=\"color: #FFA502;\"><strong>Mixing Table<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re using an XLR mic, you&rsquo;ll need a mixing table in order to connect it to your computer. Mixing desks (also called \u00ab\u00a0mixers\u00a0\u00bb), allow you to group multiple inputs&nbsp;to a single output and independently control the level of each input.&nbsp;You can connect other equipment such as&nbsp;microphones, headphones and a computer.&nbsp;The number of available inputs will depend on the size of your mixer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being able to connect several microphones allows you to&nbsp;<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/set-radio-station-broadcast-live-multiple-presenters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">broadcast live on your radio station with multiple people<\/a><\/em>. It\u2019s also a great way to&nbsp;involve your listeners by connecting a telephone and taking calls for example. You can also connect other devices such as: an additional laptop, a tablet, stereo players, and even instruments! They are also equipped with 48V (phantom power) which is used to power condenser mics.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5.png\" alt=\"Radio station equipment: example of a quick set up with a mixing desk, microphone and headphones.\" class=\"wp-image-33984 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-640x325.png 640w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-1240x630.png 1240w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-860x437.png 860w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-680x345.png 680w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-500x254.png 500w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-400x203.png 400w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-200x102.png 200w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-50x25.png 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/650;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5.png\" alt=\"Radio station equipment: example of a quick set up with a mixing desk, microphone and headphones.\" class=\"wp-image-33984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-640x325.png 640w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-1240x630.png 1240w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-860x437.png 860w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-680x345.png 680w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-500x254.png 500w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-400x203.png 400w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-200x102.png 200w, https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tutos-5-50x25.png 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s difficult to recommend a specific mixer, as your choice will depend on your expectations and the type of broadcasts you want to create. We invite you to&nbsp;check out the article below&nbsp;to discover a range of mixers with 2 \u2013 6 inputs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/blog\/best-budget-audio-mixers-radio-2021\/\" style=\"background-color:#ff9150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover our selection of best budget Mixing Tables<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: if you are planning on broadcasting solo with just 1 mic, then you can also invest in a simple audio interface!<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"stand\"><span style=\"color: #FFA502;\"><strong>Microphone Stands<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>To complete your studio, you may also want to look into microphone stands. The main function of a mic stand is to hold your mic steady so that you avoid touching it during your broadcasts. Touching your mic can result in parasite noises for your listeners that can be irritating and distract from your content. They are generally a very affordable piece of equipment that can make life a lot easier for radio broadcasters! There are several different types that will work best depending on your studio set up:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A boom arm:<\/strong> allows you to smoothly pivot your mic without impacting the sound quality. It\u2019s generally attached directly to your table. You will also be able to&nbsp;<strong>a<\/strong>djust how high you want your mic, and move it to a&nbsp;position that works best for you!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A boom stand:<\/strong> again, this stand allows you to pivot and adjust the position of your microphone. However, this time the equipment stands on its own feet instead of being attached to a table. It takes up a little more space than a boom arm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A table stand:<\/strong>&nbsp;(also known as a desktop stand) if you\u2019re tight for space in your studio, a table stand will probably be the best option for you. They are slightly less flexible compared to boom arms or stands, but will keep your microphone in place and also have a bit of movement to them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7\"><span style=\"color: #FFA502;\"><strong>Where to purchase your online radio equipment?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>There are various places where you can purchase equipment for your radio station online. However it\u2019s always best to test it in person if possible, so try and find local stores where you can see the product in real life, and ask any questions you may have! Here\u2019s a small non-exhaustive list for online websites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thomann.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thomann<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodbrass.com\/en-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Woodbrass<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/radioactive.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RadioActive<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faq\"><span style=\"color: #ffa502;\"><strong>Frequently asked questions about radio station equipment<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aab-accordion-block aab__accordion_container\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:15px;border-radius:0px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_head aab_right_icon\" data-active=\"false\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_heading aab_right_icon\"><h4 class=\"aab__accordion_title\" style=\"margin:0;color:#333333\"><strong><em>How do I set up my radio studio?<\/em><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_icon\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent\"><span class=\"aab__icon dashicons dashicons-plus-alt2\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_body \" role=\"region\" style=\"background-color:transparent;border-top:1px solid #cccccc;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\">\n<p>Your studio set up will depend on the equipment you choose. You can download our complete eBook \u00ab\u00a0How to build your first Radio Studio\u00a0\u00bb for free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/ebooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">via this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aab-accordion-block aab__accordion_container\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:15px;border-radius:0px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_head aab_right_icon\" data-active=\"false\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_heading aab_right_icon\"><h4 class=\"aab__accordion_title\" style=\"margin:0;color:#333333\"><strong><em>Where can I purchase radio equipment?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_icon\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent\"><span class=\"aab__icon dashicons dashicons-plus-alt2\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_body \" role=\"region\" style=\"background-color:transparent;border-top:1px solid #cccccc;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\">\n<p><em>You can purchase equipment from specialized stores, or online via sites such as Amazon, Thomann and Woodbrass.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aab-accordion-block aab__accordion_container\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:15px;border-radius:0px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_head aab_right_icon\" data-active=\"false\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_heading aab_right_icon\"><h4 class=\"aab__accordion_title\" style=\"margin:0;color:#333333\"><strong><em><strong><em>How can I start an online radio station?<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_icon\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent\"><span class=\"aab__icon dashicons dashicons-plus-alt2\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_body \" role=\"region\" style=\"background-color:transparent;border-top:1px solid #cccccc;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\">\n<p>To get started, you will need to obtain an online stream from a hosting provider such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RadioKing<\/a>! Follow our step-by-step getting started guide <a href=\"https:\/\/help.radioking.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4407741831697-Getting-started-guide-for-the-radio-manager\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aab-accordion-block aab__accordion_container\" style=\"border:1px solid #cccccc;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:15px;border-radius:0px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_head aab_right_icon\" data-active=\"false\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\"><div class=\"aab__accordion_heading aab_right_icon\"><h4 class=\"aab__accordion_title\" style=\"margin:0;color:#333333\"><strong><em>How does an Internet radio station work?<\/em><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_icon\" style=\"color:#333333;background-color:transparent\"><span class=\"aab__icon dashicons dashicons-plus-alt2\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"aab__accordion_body \" role=\"region\" style=\"background-color:transparent;border-top:1px solid #cccccc;padding:10px 15px 10px 15px\">\n<p>As apposed to traditional FM (frequency modulation) radios that broadcast with an antenna, online radio stations broadcast through the power of the Internet. Your content is managed via an online platform and sent to our servers, we then take care of making it available to listen to via the Internet!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Need help setting up your radio studio? Follow our complete guide!<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.radioking.com\/ebooks\" style=\"background-color:#ff9150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download our free eBook!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">You now have all the elements you need to create a professional set up for your live broadcasts! 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