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Thứ Sáu, 10 tháng 6, 2011

Satellite Radio - Does It Offer Superior Content And Quality?

By Edward French


Leading to the rise of the satellite radio's popularity is the fact that it offers a better sound quality than terrestrial radio broadcasts. There are distinct advantages to satellite radio even though the content may not include everything you would like to hear.

Satellite radio uses satellites to deliver radio programs to subscribers. The radio signal is broadcast from Earth based stations to communicational satellites, which then redirect the signal to satellite radio receivers. The radio signal is broadcast to a much larger area than traditional terrestrial radio antennas.

You can compare the sound quality of satellite radio to that of a CD. Just like cable TV, satellite radio has to be paid for but it is affordable enough for it to be considered a worthwhile expense. The superior broadcast quality is the reason why many people have switched to satellite radio.

Because a satellite radio is digital, there will be no hissing, sound interferences, or other such disturbances. Crystal clear is one way to describe the sound on satellite radio and for bass lovers, they will be appreciate the stronger accurate bass. More robust mid range sounds and crystal clear high range sounds is what they are coupled with and according to most satellite radio subscribers, the quality is extremely close to that of a CD. Also not susceptible to sound problems by poor weather is a satellite radio.

The second factor is the content and it converts people to satellite radio. Originally, it is considered quite extraordinary in which case exclusivity for some transmissions is what major players in satellite radio search for, elevating them above analog radio sought exclusivity that often share content such as sports broadcasts. Satellite radio services provide the subscriber with more than 100 programs that vary in content from rock and jazz to rap and classical music. Other things being offered by satellite radio include news and talk-show, educational and cultural shows, and exclusive sports programs.

When it comes to satellite radio, another benefit it offers is that there are only a few of their channels that retransmit terrestrial programming. The best part is that satellite radio has no advertising and most of their music channels are created in house. Many subscribers find this lack of interruption from endless commercials appealing.

If you want a satellite radio at home or in the car, then you will need to subscribe to one of the satellite radio broadcasts and buy a receiver as well. Receivers can cost $300 to $500, and monthly subscriptions are usually under $20 a month. While this is not out of reach for many, it does mean that subscribers expect a certain level of content and broadcast quality. Unlike the terrestrial radio stations, many would feel that paying for radio service would mean that the broadcasters will be likely to maintain and improve those standards. Paying a little for a better service is something most people would do.




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