FM broadcasting

Static-free radio transmission

FM broadcasting is radio transmission using frequency modulation, where the audio signal varies the carrier wave's frequency rather than its amplitude.

FM delivers higher fidelity sound with less static than AM radio, making it the standard for music stations.

The concert was simulcast on FM broadcasting and streaming platforms.

Related

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Opposites
modulation type

FM broadcastingamplitude modulation

Carrier intensity conveys information

AM radio · shortwave radio

transmission medium

FM broadcastingstreaming audio

Online sound transmission

satellite radio · podcast

signal format

FM broadcastingdigital radio

Broadcast audio via binary

internet streaming

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G