What does DAB radio mean?
What does DAB radio mean?
Digital Audio Broadcasting
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.
What is the difference between digital radio and DAB?
DAB radio doesn’t come with the hissing or crackling that you might sometimes hear from an AM/FM receiver. Digital radio also isn’t affected by things such as planes flying nearby. Users are guaranteed a clean, continuous stream of audio, as long as they stay within reception of a digital radio signal.
Is a DAB radio worth buying?
The benefits? DAB isn’t as fiddly as FM and AM broadcasts, you’ll pick up clearer sound quality, and there’s no tuning needed. Some DAB radios will have extra features too, whether that’s Bluetooth connectivity, connectors to charge your phone, or the ability to add more of your favourite stations as presets.
What should I look for in a DAB 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.
Is DAB any good?
DAB radio has the potential to provide listeners with better sound quality than FM radio but in reality the bit rate (the amount of data sent per second; the higher the bit rate the higher the sound quality) of stations is minimised to allow more stations to be broadcast at once.
What are the advantages of DAB radio?
Advantages of DAB Radio in your car
- better quality sound quality as more information is sent over quicker wavelengths.
- more channel choice as the digital platforms provides more space.
- easier to find channels as many stations have set channels (similar to your TV)
- no need to manually search for new radio channels.
Are John Lewis DAB radios any good?
Whether you need a bedside clock radio, a kitchen radio or a model that’s integrated into a home audio system, John Lewis has a style to suit. The good news is that in the last few years the price of DAB radios has come down, so models such as the ANYDAY Spectrum Solo Portable DAB+/FM and Roberts Play 10 DAB offer excellent value for money.
Which DAB radios have Bluetooth?
Many DAB radios including the Pure Evoke H4 DAB/DAB+/FM Bluetooth Radio, now include Bluetooth connectivity and others, such as the John Lewis ANYDAY Spectrum Duo II DAB/DAB+/FM NFC Digital Radio, have Wi-Fi connection, enabling you to listen to podcasts or programmes on demand.
What is the John Lewis ARIA Digital Radio?
The John Lewis Aria is a compact digital radio with an attractive minimalistic design. The radio is available in a choice of three smooth wood finishes: black ash, walnut and light oak. This radio is exclusive to John Lewis and comes with a 2-year guarantee. Find out how more about what the Aria can do and how it performs in this review…
What’s new on Dadab?
DAB reception now covers more than 90% of the country with a choice of 50+ stations in many areas (you can check to see what’s available locally at Get Digital Radio ). Lockdown saw radio listening figures soar, with the new generation of radio fans loving the crisp, crackle-free connectivity.
