What is a good digital radio?
Best DAB radio for music control: Ruark Audio R1 Mk4 Deluxe Bluetooth Radio. Best DAB radio with wifi connectivity: Roberts Revival iStream 3 DAB/DAB+ Radio. Best small DAB radio: Goodmans Pocket Radio. Best DAB radio for the shower: Pure StreamR Splash Portable Waterproof (IP67) Wireless Digital Radio Speaker.
How do I choose a digital radio?
Choose a DAB radio with a carry handle, and ideally a rechargeable battery – although the ability to use replaceable D or AA batteries is handy if you’re away from a power source. Other features to look for include Bluetooth connectivity so you can play music from a smartphone using the portable DAB radio as a speaker.
What is the difference between FM and DAB radio?
DAB uses higher frequencies than FM and therefore there may be a need to compensate with more transmitters to achieve the same coverage as a single FM transmitter. DAB is commonly transmitted by a different company from the broadcaster who then sells the capacity to a number of radio stations.
What are the best DAB radio stations?
5 of the best DAB digital radio channels for any journey
- For the morning commute: Magic FM.
- For the journey home: Planet Rock.
- For trips down memory lane: Kisstory.
- For everyday errands: BBC Radio Six Music.
- For laid-back Sunday drives: Smooth FM.
Which is better DAB or FM?
FM can therefore sometimes sound slightly better than DAB when it’s working perfectly. On balance, though, it’s clear that DAB radio is better than FM. It’s got more stations, a more reliable signal, and is generally a more modern way of tuning in.
Is digital radio the same as DAB?
DAB stands for Digital Audio Broadcasting. It is a digital radio service which is broadcast from a UK-wide network of transmitters. It uses digital technology which enables broadcasters to package together several radio stations; this is called multiplexing.