The following is a list of DJ Automation/Encoder software that we recommend. All of which are compatible with both SHOUTcast and Icecast platforms.

Free Encoders

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RadioDJ

Completely free for Windows. Please note it involves a bit of configuration and installation of 3rd party plugins to get it to stream to your SHOUTcast/Icecast server. Instructions on how to install can be found here: https://help.radio.co/live-broadcasting/windows-pc-software/radiodj

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Winamp

With the Nullsoft SHOUTcast Source plugin – free. Recommended if you are new to Internet radio streaming. Runs on Windows. http://www.winamp.com/

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MB Recaster

Windows freeware. Good replacement for Winamp, Edcast. http://www.mbradio.it/en/mb-recaster/mb-recaster-free

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Sound Empire Caster

Free standalone encoder. Runs on Windows. http://www.mediafire.com/file/f5bcpelllt1kfsq/SECaster.zip

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EdCast

The original standalone encoder. Runs on Windows. It’s not supported. Use at your own risk! http://www.mediafire.com/file/zo2577g2x45fs6b/edcast.zip

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A:B:J

Designed and built for nonprofit Low Power FM Radio stations. Runs on Windows. http://lpfmstore.com/free-radio-station-automation-software/

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LunarCaster

For live broadcasting music. Includes various modules (Jingles, Calendar, Playlists, Events etc.). Runs on Windows. http://www.lunarcaster.com/

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Butt

Free multi OS streaming tool. This is the best tool to use if you are using external equipment such as (DJ controllers, CD players, Mixers, etc.)  It will stream and record from your MIC or LINE Input. It supports SHOUTcast and Icecast and runs on Linux, Mac OS X and Windows. It is NOT intended to be a server by itself or automatically stream a playlist of audio files. So you will still need an audio source. http://danielnoethen.de/                  

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LadioCast

Free for Mac OS X. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ladiocast/id411213048?mt=12

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Internet DJ Console

Free for Linux. http://idjc.sourceforge.net/tour_main.html

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Mixxx

A FREE World class mixing engine with Auto DJ for Windows, macOS, and Linux. https://www.mixxx.org/

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Paid Encoders

SAM Broadcaster

Sam Broadcaster is a  radio automation software developed specifically for radio stations. It has a quality streaming DSP encoder that will allow you to connect to SHOUTcast v1/v2 or Icecast. This software can organize large music libraries quickly into multiple categories, import information from tags and automatically look up track information via Amazon.com.

The built in audio features like cross-fade detection, gap killer, volume normalization and 5-band compressor and limiter will make your radio station sound professional.

Requires a certain learning curve. Steep price in comparison to some free alternatives. 

Costs $299. Runs on Windows. http://spacial.com/sam-broadcaster

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SAM Cast

$199. All in one solution for live streaming.  Runs on Windows. https://spacial.com/sam-cast/

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StationPlaylist Studio

Designed for Pro Stations. Pro $239. Features general automation playback and live assistance tools for DJs. http://www.stationplaylist.com/studio.html

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StationPlaylist Creator

Pro $239. Music and spot scheduling software. It is used to design your station format using rotations of music categories and spot groups (jingles, ads, etc). http://www.stationplaylist.com/creator.html

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Zarastudio

$200.58. Not designed for Internet radio streaming, but it is a program that automates audio playback. Can be used along with other programs to broadcast an Internet station. Some of those programs are OddCast or WinAmp plugin.  Virtual DJ http://www.zarastudio.es/en/buy.php#

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Virtual DJ

$299 for Commercial use. Free for non-commercial use. For commercial use, you will need to buy a commercial license. Runs on Windows and Mac OS X. https://www.virtualdj.com/buy/index.html

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Nextkast

$99 standard / $199 Pro. Runs on Windows. http://www.nextkast.com/

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Megaseg

This is the Sam Broadcaster for MAC users. $99 Standard / $199 Pro. Runs on Mac OS X. http://www.megaseg.com/

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RadioBOSS

$119.95. Simple to use, lets you build sophisticated playlists with professional features. Runs on Windows. https://www.djsoft.net/enu/description_radioboss.htm

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RadioCaster

$49.95. Broadcast any audio that you have on your computer: support for audio capture from any computer input or playback device. Runs on Windows. https://www.djsoft.net/enu/radiocaster_details.htm

SHOUTcast & Icecast Servers

To get SHOUTcast or Icecast servers and free technical support please see our Internet Radio packages here: https://tehillamedia.com/internetradio

See our blogs: https://tehillamedia.com/benefits-of-internet-radio/