DAB+ is Here
Digital Radio Brings More Stations
and Greater Variety to your Radio.
We're the Digital Radio Alliance Ireland (DRAI).
Digital Radio Alliance (Ireland)
Mission Statement
Digital Radio Alliance (Ireland) exists to secure and develop the future of DAB+ and Digital radio in Ireland, with a strong focus on representing smaller Independent Broadcasters.
Our mission at DRAI is to:
- Secure Permanent DAB licensing – working with all stakeholders including Government, Regulators, Broadcasters, Commercial Partners and Listeners to ensure digital radio has a lasting and stable place in Irish broadcasting policy.
- Drive commercial partnerships – creating opportunities for sponsorship, advertising, and collaboration that make digital radio in Ireland sustainable and create opportunities for further job creation within the Industry.
- Represent independent voices – uniting stations to amplify the needs and strengths of smaller broadcasters.
- Promote listener choice – highlighting DAB+ as a platform for more content, great sound, and ease of access.
- Support innovation – providing resources and advice to help stations grow their digital presence.
- Champion diversity and sustainability – ensuring digital radio reflects Ireland’s cultural and social values.
To become part of Digital Radio Alliance (Ireland), click the link below:
What is DAB+ and Digital Radio
New Stations on your Radio, Listening through Smart Speakers, on Apps, Watches, Websites and more.
What is DAB+
A. What is DAB+?
DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting Plus) is the modern standard for radio broadcasting, offering superior sound quality, more choice, and innovative features compared to traditional FM/AM.
It uses digital transmission to deliver consistent, interference-free audio with the ability to carry metadata (e.g., song title, presenter info, images).
In Simple Terms DAB+ is digital radio. It’s like moving from DVD to streaming, AM to FM or from FM to crystal-clear sound. You get more stations, more choice, easier tuning by name, and better audio - plus extra information on your screen like what song is playing or who’s on air. It’s radio, just better and more of it.
What Can I Hear ?
New Stations and some of the Stations you already love. Alternative, Country, Oldies, Rock, Hits, Movies, Kids, R&B, 60s 70s and 80s, 80's, 90s/00s, Classic and Greatest Hits, News, Religious and more.
Featured Stations
CLICK ON A STATION BELOW TO PLAY
Alternative
90s and 00s
60s, 70s and 80s
All Stations
Pop
Rock
Alternative
Oldies
90s and 00s
Oldies
RnB
Movies
Alternative
Rock
80s
80s
Pop
News/Talk
Kids
Pop
Country
60s, 70s and 80s
Christian
Pop
70s, 80s, and 90s
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Pop
Christian
Pop
Christian
DAB+ in Leinster
There is currently a Leinster wide trial underway from FailteDAB. These are the stations currently available on DAB+ in Leinster: 8Radio, Freedom FM, Rewind 60s-80s, Q102, SPIN, Today FM, Classic Hits 80s, Nova Classic Rock, Laser, Spirit, Radio Maria, Radio Ri Ra, GHR, Onic 80s, Onic Country, Onic Alternative, Onic Rock, Onic Gold, Onic Movies, Onic Kids, Onic R&B, Onic Hits, Newstalk
What do we do?
Digital Radio Alliance Ireland (DRAI) is an independent initiative dedicated to promoting the growth of Digital Radio and DAB+ in Ireland. Our mission is to support listeners, broadcasters, and businesses in embracing the future of radio — with more choice, better sound, and greater reach.
We work to raise awareness of digital radio’s benefits, encourage stations to explore new digital opportunities, and help advertisers connect with targeted, engaged audiences through this modern platform. Whether you're tuning in, broadcasting, or looking to grow your brand — we’re here to make digital radio work for everyone.
Digital Radio Alliance Ireland (DRAI) seeks to unite radio stations of all sizes in collective representation, advocacy, and resource-sharing, while amplifying the unique needs and contributions of small independent broadcasters. Through both traditional and emerging platforms like DAB+, DRAI is committed to championing diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion, aligned with evolving Irish media policy, and supporting environmental and social sustainability across the broadcasting ecosystem.
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Listeners
Championing the uptake of DAB+, we promote its adoption across Ireland. We want to help listeners connect with a broader choice of radio stations via DAB+ and Online channels.
Radio Stations
Encouraging the uptake of Digital Services such as DAB+ for Radio Stations currently on other Digital Platforms, and offering them a platform to showcase their station.
Advertiser Support
Attract potential advertisers to Digital Radio platforms, offering insights into listener demographics and engagement to maximize marketing impact.
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Applications to join will currently take up to 2 weeks to process.
FAQ
What is DAB+?
DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting+) is an upgraded version of digital radio technology that provides better audio quality, more stations, and extra information (like song titles and artist names) compared to traditional FM radio and the original DAB standard
DAB+ vs. DAB
DAB+ is an evolution of the original DAB standard.
DAB+ radios can receive both DAB and DAB+ broadcasts, while older DAB-only radios cannot receive DAB+ stations.
Therefore if you have an older DAB only radio, the radio stations now available on DAB+ and listed on this website may not be accessible on your older radio.
Why are we transitioning to Digital Radio?
The FM band is almost full and has reached the limit of its capabilities and like other media, radio needs to have a digital future to meet listeners’ expectations. Digital broadcasting is more efficient and we need to invest now in infrastructure for the future.
Digital radio gives you more of what you love: More content (the stations you have now, and digital-only stations); ease of use (find your favourite station at the touch of a button, track and artist information onscreen); and digital features (digital quality sound and internet radio).
Where can I hear DAB+ stations
Are DAB+ radios the same as internet radios?
No. DAB+ radios are digital radios that work offline, receiving content via a broadcasting tower. Internet radios stream data from the web, which is why they require a stable, reliable internet connection. Many internet radios are DAB+-enabled also.
What are the advantages of a DAB+ radio?
As long as you are in the broadcasting area, the sound quality is crystal clear and free of any static noise. You can choose from many more stations. Furthermore, DAB+ radio is more energy efficient than internet radio or FM radio.
How can I tune in stations?
DAB+ radios are easy to tune, often featuring an auto-tune function that scans for available stations, eliminating the need to manually tune to specific frequencies.
Purchasing a DAB+ Radio:
When buying a new DAB radio, look for the Digital Radio Tick Mark or check that the packaging specifically mentions DAB+ compatibility.
Where can I buy a DAB+ radio?
DAB+ (make sure it is DAB+) digital radio receivers are stocked by many retailers around the country.
They are available from most electrical retailers, department stores and large supermarkets, in store and online, such as Currys PC World, DID, Tesco, Power City, Harvey Norman and Amazon, as well as from independent audio dealers around the country
