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DAB Digital Radios for your PC


This page provides information on the range of DAB digital radio receivers available in the UK.

FrequencyCast PodcastDAB Latest - March 2008:
It's been a busy time for DAB. We recorded a special audio show covering recent DAB developments. Download or listen online to Show 24 of our show for the full story.

 

DAB Digital Radio
To discuss DAB, to comment on a receiver, or to see comments on the various DAB receivers on the market, see our DAB discussion forum.

The following types of DAB radios are available:

Radio & Telly DAB Quick Picks
Pure ONELow-priced DAB with FM - The Pure ONE.
Martin Dawes
£45
Bush PS DAB2004Low-priced handheld DAB - The PSDAB2004
Argos . £49.99
Intempo DA-01 AdapterAdd DAB to your Hi-fi - The Intempo DA-01.
Amazon £39.99

 

PC DAB Receivers

Instead of buying a dedicated DAB radio, make use of your PC to receive DAB radio through your PC's speakers. A cost-effective way to receive DAB radio, and adds the extra advantage of being able to record DAB digital radio and create an MP3 of radio shows.

For information on receiving DAB radio, as well as digital TV stations, on your PC, see our Radio on your PC page

DAB PC USB

USB DAB Radio

DAB Digital Radio USB dongle for DAB on your PC or laptop. Auto & Manual station scan. Station presets, record DAB onto your PC
Dimensions: 86 x 40 x 16 mm

Available for £39.99 from Maplin (cat number A14FW)

DAB / Internet Radio USB Stick

DAB / Internet Radio USB Stick

DAB USB stick that also supports Internet radio. Full radio information display screen and programme guide.
Station presets, record DAB onto your PC. High sensitivity flat antenna with magnetic mount included.

Available for £29.99 from Maplin (cat number A15GX)

Psion Wavefinder
Psion Wavefinder

Now long-discontinued. WaveFinder picks up digital wireless radio signals (both audio and visual) and sends them direct to your PC without requiring an Internet connection. The WaveFinder antenna plugs into your PC via a USB port
Useful links:
  • Dab Bar - Recommended alternative to the software supplied by Psion
  • Wavefinder FAQ - Answers to common questions
  • DABDig software - Free software that integrates DigiGuide to Wavefinder

Availability: Discontinued by Psion some time back, but still available via on Ebay.co.uk for between £30-£60
Note: The Wavefinder can't be used with Windows XP after Service Pack 2 has been installed

Modular Tech PCI Card
Modular Technology DAB PCI Card

Slots inside a PC's casing in a PCI slot. Supplied with dedicated software (Windows 98, Me, 2000 & XP). Can record radio programs as MP3 files, and can also set your PC's clock from the accurate signal broadcast as part of the DAB transmission. See manufacturer's site for more details.

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Prices, specifications and offers are subject to alteration. Refer to the websites that we link to for latest prices, information and conditions

DAB receivers are available from: Dixons, Comet, Tesco, Currys, Martin Dawes , Empire Direct, HiFiBitz , Revo, Wavestation , Tribal UK , Argos. and 24-7 Electrical.
PC-based radio receivers (including DAB) are available from Amazon, PC World, and Maplin Electronics.
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FrequencyCast Podcast
Listen to the FrequencyCast UK online radio show
We featured DAB in Show 03 of our radio show, FrequencyCast
Listen to the show online, or download it to your MP3 player.

Listen to Show 03 | Latest Show | More Info

 

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