MP3 vs aacPlus
We often get asked by our customers “What format is better, MP3 or aacPlus?”. If this is confusing to you, lets explain: These are both two different ways to encode (compress) audio to allow it to be transmitted over the internet. Both of which are offered by the SHOUTcast software.
Continue Reading...The Future of Internet Radio
REACH By its nature, the Internet can distribute the “signal” or show around the world to every nook and cranny. And it can do it while providing high quality at each locale. ON DEMAND Because the product has to run through servers anyway, there is an on-demand aspect to Internet radio that cannot be duplicated […]
Continue Reading...Internet Radio Is The Future
Internet Radio is growing every day with more people using mobile devices to listen to online music. In America, people from age 12 and over for a total of over 57 million people (that’s 22% of the U.S. population) now listens to Internet radio. Internet radio has a leap of almost 30% from last year’s, […]
Continue Reading...How easy is it to use ICEcast?
ICEcast is actually very simple to use. You can use free software like Winamp to broadcast, which can be installed on any internet-connected Windows computer. There are also solutions available for Apple and Linux users. You can also consider using tools such as Simplecast and SAM Broadcaster, these are more professional and 100% SHOUTcast compatible tools.
Continue Reading...Do your servers have a static IP?
Yes, all the accounts have static IPs. A Static IP Address is simply a “permanent” address that remains associated with your audio streaming address. For example, a SHOUTcast typical streaming address is http://ipaddress:port, if you don’t have a static IP address your IP will change every now and then. You will have to correct […]
Continue Reading...Can I stream video through SHOUTcast?
Yes, you can stream video to our SHOUTcast Servers. Video streaming requires the download of NSV tools.
Continue Reading...Is SHOUTcast compatible with SAM Broadcaster?
Yes, SHOUTcast Servers are fully compatible with SAM. Complete radio station in a box. Everything needed for operating an online radio station – on the professional or enthusiastic hobbiest level.
Continue Reading...What is ICEcast?
ICEcast is a streaming server that allows radio stations to effectively broadcast audio online (this is known as webcasting). It is powerful and stable, meaning you can throw all of your internet radio traffic at it without having crashes or other problems. Audio listeners can access the stream through any live MP3 supported media player. ICEcast has […]
Continue Reading...How do i get listed on iTunes Internet Radio?
The following instructions are provided by iTunes Internet Radio. Shoutcheap.con does not guarantee that your Radio Station will be accepted by iTunes Internet Radio and listed on iTunes Internet Radio Directory. Getting Started Discovering iTunes Internet Radio Internet Radio is available on iTunes desktop and Apple TV (3rd generation). Learn More > Before Submission Ensure […]
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