Failte Dab – DAB Radio Trial in Ireland

Why Choose DAB+

Superior Sound
Quality

Experience crystal-clear digital audio with improved sound quality compared to traditional FM broadcasting.

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More Radio Options

Greater Choice

Access a much greater number and better selection of radio stations, expanding your listening options significantly.

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Strong Signal Everywhere

Enhanced
Coverage

Benefit from improved signal strength and coverage area, ensuring consistent reception across Ireland.

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No Cost Radio

Free to Listeners

Delivered free to listeners through transmitted signals, similar to the analogue FM service you know and trust.

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Simple Setup

Easy Integration

Many DAB+ enabled radios present services alongside FM stations with no need for setting changes or searches.

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Broadcasting Evolution

Future Ready

Be part of the technological advancement of radio in Ireland, supporting the future of broadcasting.

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Everything You Need to Know

Explore comprehensive information about the FáilteDAB trial

Digital Radio Evolution

Experience the next generation of radio broadcasting with crystal-clear digital audio quality that transforms your listening experience.

Enhanced Coverage

Transmitted signals provide superior coverage with high-power transmission sites across Ireland for consistent reception.

Greater Choice

Access a wider variety of radio stations and services, offering more content than ever before with diverse programming options.

Future Technology

Be part of Ireland's transition to innovative broadcasting technology that represents the future of radio entertainment.

1000+

Systems Under Management

Nationwide Coverage

Introducing FáilteDAB

FáilteDAB is part of the next step in the evolution of radio in Ireland. FáilteDAB is a temporary service, licensed by the communications regulator ComReg, as part of the DAB+ trial. It operates under a trial broadcasting license.

What is the DAB+ Trial

The DAB+ trial is a temporary service, licensed by the communications regulator ComReg, as part of the DAB+ trial. It operates under a trial broadcasting license.

The Power Behind FáilteDAB

FáilteDAB is the public facing name of the DAB+ trial, which is being conducted by Foothold Communications Limited. Foothold Communications is a prominent Irish company specializing in telecommunications and radio broadcasting systems.

FáilteDAB is bringing the future of digital radio to Ireland through high-quality DAB+ broadcasting. Licensed by ComReg and operated by Foothold Communications Limited.