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Featuring recipients of the "Best of Show" Awards
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: MusicMaster + musiccompanion
Deploys generative AI as a constrained system operating within verified boundaries
Products
NewsCloud Supports New Worldwide News Network
This is the first North American deployment of the platform
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: 2wcom MPX-2c Codec
Combines synch, transport and protection to enable modern IP-based distribution
Radio World Ebooks
Optimize Your Air Chain: A Free Ebook
The questions smart engineers should be asking
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Dielectric RingMaster Antenna System
Reduces complexity and tower load thanks to streamlined builds that use fewer components
Global
WorldCast Expands MC6 Feature Set
Software update strengthens DAB mobile measurements and lab capabilities
Radio World Ebooks
Eye-Catching Audio: Visual Podcasts Take Off
Trends and technology behind this fast-growing medium
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Quu HotQuus + IQuu Sports
The new Quick Content Activation System makes the Quu platform more powerful
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: ENCO aiTrack Cloud
The platform is now cloud-based and automation-agnostic
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Telos Alliance Omnia XII Processor
New flagship box is for FM, HD Radio and DAB applications
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Xperi DTS AutoStage Broadcaster Portal Premium
Stations can see where they rank in-market and neighboring markets across dayparts
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Wheatstone DMX 12 Console
The latest addition to Wheatstone’s Audioarts DMX console line
Programming and Sales
Riply Offers AI-Assisted News for Radio
AI compiles scripts that are reviewed by humans
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: BE AMX Compact AM Transmitter Platform
Silicon carbide MOSFETs deliver technical advantages, BE says
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Adventure 33 Prism
A broadcast audio delivery ecosystem purpose-built for IP
Buyer's Guide
Broadcast Tech Direct Offers Specialized Expertise
The company was founded by Richard Gerlovich
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: WorldCast Systems Audemat FM/HD Probe
It addresses the growing complexity of hybrid FM and HD Radio broadcasting
Products
Aqua Issues New Firmware for Cobalt Transmitters
Free update offers a number of enhancements
Products
TuneTracker Offers System 7 for MacOS
It’s a Mac-native broadcast suite that includes a free tier
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Thimeo MicroMPX V.5
The latest version of MicroMPX provides more reliability, easier integration and smarter control
Buyer's Guide
TPR Adopts Inrush Shared Support Model
Inrush emphasizes ongoing relationships in its work
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Skyview Networks Cirocast
Cloud-based distribution platform with real-time, per-affiliate ad assembly and automation triggering
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Logitek Audio JetPak
A compact solution to "fence in" Livewire
Global
In the U.K., Digital Platforms Dominate Radio Listening
That includes DAB, smart speakers, websites and apps
Buyer's Guide
Second Opinion Supports an Industry in Flux
Dahl’s firm offers a range of support up to fully managed turnkey solutions
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: BSI Stratus Music Scheduler
Intuitive tools, flexible customization and integration with existing automation
Programming and Sales
iHeartMedia Will Carry World Cup Audio From Fox
English-language broadcasts provided by Fox to iHeart's app and stations
Buyer's Guide
E2TS: Using Technology to Enable Creators
A small firm offering a range of competencies
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Inovonics AARON 656
It is an FM/HD Radio Dual Tuner Rebroadcast Receiver built around an MRC tuning...
Facilities
Kronehit Signs Lawo and SLG Broadcast for Studio Project
The companies finalized the deal at the spring NAB Show
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: Nautel Software-Based Air Chain Subscription
For FMs seeking to launch, expand or modernize HD Radio
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: American Amplifier Technologies EmPower Controller VNA
Allows for continuous RF monitoring without going off-air
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: WideOrbit WO Aurora
"Centralized, scalable and remotely accessible"
Buyer's Guide
Wavelength Technical Solutions: “A Trusted Partner”
Jeremy Preece launched the company two years ago
Business and Law
DTS AutoStage Is Now in 16 Million Vehicles, Xperi Reports
The company cut its net losses in Q1 compared to this period last year
Best of Show Awards - NAB
Best of Show: RCS SelectorCloud
Next iteration of music-scheduling product analyzes patterns, listener data