The new presets manage the "loudness war" balance effectively. They provide the necessary punch and density for FM competitive environments while preserving enough high-frequency detail for digital streaming.
These are the aggressive, high-energy presets. They are designed for Top 40 or Dance stations where maximum "slam" and density are required to stand out on the dial.
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What does your station primarily play? Are you broadcasting on FM dial, AM dial, or web stream ? breakaway broadcast presets updated
Major Update: New and Refined Presets for Breakaway Broadcast
Gentle multi-band compression with a slight boost in the low-mids to add warmth to vocals. High frequencies are smoothed out to eliminate any sharpness or sibilance. News/Talk Power Optimized specifically for spoken word content. Best For: Talk Radio, Sports Broadcasts, and Podcasts.
If you’d like to discuss the specific audio processing needs of your station,(e.g., Talk Radio, Rock, EDM) Are you targeting or FM ? What is the biggest challenge with your current sound? Share public link The new presets manage the "loudness war" balance
: A 7-band preset by Jesse Graffam that provides a smooth, eclectic "70s sound" with great spectral consistency. Easy Listening
The updated Breakaway Broadcast presets introduce several under-the-hood adjustments to the software's core processing modules. 1. Refined Multi-Band AGC (Automatic Gain Control)
After loading an updated preset, listen to your output stream through both a pair of studio studio headphones and a consumer-grade mobile phone speaker. If the audio sounds too dense, decrease the control slightly. If the station lacks competitive loudness, gently increase the Drive control in 0.5 dB increments until you find the ideal balance for your audience. They are designed for Top 40 or Dance
Do not deploy to air immediately. Route your playout system to a test output.
Beyond the presets, the update brings a host of technical enhancements that improve workflow, reliability, and overall processing quality.