Digital Audio Broadcasting. Digital Audio Broadcasting in Ireland is no longer legally and officially one of the forms of digital radio transmission in the state. Only a small number of unlicensed low powered, small scale DAB multiplexes are running in the state.
What channels are available on DAB?
The DAB stations currently broadcast on Digital One are:
- Absolute Radio.
- Absolute Radio 80s.
- BFBS Radio.
- Classic FM.
- LBC.
- Magic.
- Planet Rock.
- Premier Christian Radio.
What frequency is DAB broadcast on?
DAB uses a wide-bandwidth broadcast technology and typically spectra have been allocated for it in Band III (174–240 MHz) and L band (1452–1492 MHz), although the scheme allows for operation between 30 and 300 MHz.
Can you get RTE radio on DAB?
Listen to RTÉ Radio 1 on DAB Digital Radio You’ll find RTÉ Radio 1 on DAB in the areas below. You don’t need to know any numbers: just tune it in, by name.
Why is DAB not available?
The problem could be due to a number of reasons, the station may have stopped broadcasting or have moved multiplexes rather than a radio fault. All of the stations in one multiplex should be behaving the same way. If you are still having problems, it is possible an unwanted signal is the cause.
Why can’t I get some DAB stations?
If you have an issue with your tuning, this could be causing your DAB radio problems. Turning your radio on and off sometimes solves the problem. If switching your radio off and auto tuning it with the built-in system doesn’t work, you could look into a full re-scan.
Where can I find DAB stations?
Press the auto tune or auto scan button on your DAB digital radio or go into the menu and press auto tune. If you need help retuning, you can find further details here. And don’t forget to check all the stations that are available at your postcode by using the station finder on the right hand corner.
Why is RTE leaving DAB radio?
RTÉ says its decision to cease DAB transmission was driven by three main factors – the fact that DAB was the least utilised platform in Ireland; that RTÉ is the only Irish broadcaster on the DAB system, and cost avoidance.
How do I get rte1 on the radio?
Go to on your computer or download the RTÉ Radio Player from the Apple and Google Play stores, or ask Alexa or Google to play the station you want to listen to (for more visit ).
What happened to DAB radio in Ireland?
Today marks the end of DAB digital radio transmissions in Ireland as RTÉ switches off its services on the platform. The broadcaster originally announced in 2019 it would also shut down the stations using DAB as their main outlet, but made a U-turn earlier this month.
Will DAB stations still be available in March?
However, although the DAB service will stop in March, the stations will now still be available on other platforms. The broadcaster said this is due to the value audiences still derive from them.
How many people listen to radio in Ireland?
According to the report, just under 5% of adults in Ireland listen to radio via a mobile device, 2% listen on a PC, around 1.5% listen on a smart speaker, 0.6% listen on a TV set and 0.5% DAB. 77% of adults in Ireland listen to radio on FM. For details on how to continue to listen to RTÉ digital radio services visit
Is RTÉ going back to DAB?
The broadcaster originally announced in 2019 it would also shut down the stations using DAB as their main outlet, but made a U-turn earlier this month. Now, RTÉ Gold, RTÉ 2XM, RTÉ Radio 1 Extra, RTÉ Pulse, and RTÉjr Radio continue online only, offering hope that they may one day return to DAB.
