Now Ayrshire
Radio
Broadcast Signal Chain
On Air
Engineering Documentation · Rev 1.0 · March 2026
Source
Processing
Mixing
Playout
Distribution
Output
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Signal Flow
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Microphone
Shure SM7B
Broadcast-grade dynamic microphone. Cardioid pattern, XLR output. Industry standard for voice.
STAGE 1
XLR · Mic Level
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Pre-Amplification
Behringer Ultragain Pro
Boosts mic-level signal to line level. Clean gain with low noise floor.
STAGE 2
Balanced · Line Level
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Dynamic Processing
Behringer Multicom Pro-XL
Multi-band compression, limiting, and noise gating. Ensures consistent broadcast levels.
STAGE 3
Balanced · Line Level
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Broadcast Mixing Console
D&R Airence MK2 + Expansion
Central broadcast mixer. Handles mics, playout, phone-ins, and other sources. Built-in USB soundcard interface for PC connectivity.
STAGE 4
USB Audio
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Playout System
Myriad Playout · Playout PC
Music scheduling, jingle triggering, ad insertion, and full automation. Connects to mixer via USB audio interface.
STAGE 5
Master Mix · Analogue
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Master Output & Split
Audio Splitter / Distribution
Master mix output from console, split to multiple destinations for redundancy and parallel distribution.
STAGE 6
Analogue Split
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Streaming Server Input
Server PC · UGREEN USB Soundcard
Captures broadcast audio into streaming server via USB audio interface. ADC conversion point.
STAGE 7
Digital Audio · PCM
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Streaming Encoder
Rocket Broadcaster
Encodes audio stream and transmits to distribution platforms. Handles bitrate, codec, and connection management.
STAGE 8
Encoded Stream
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Distribution Platforms
Arqiva · ClydeDAB · Web · Apps
Multi-platform distribution: DAB+ digital radio via Arqiva/ClydeDAB multiplex, web streaming servers, and mobile app backends.
STAGE 9
📻 Audience Reception
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DAB Radio
ClydeDAB Multiplex
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Web Player
Browser Streaming
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Mobile Apps
iOS & Android
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Smart Speakers
Alexa · Google Home