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Spacial Audio - May Update
Posted on May 29, 2009 by ken
Category: General

Executive Summary
Topics Covered: SAM Broadcaster Updated Help Lower Music Royalty Rates We have answers! Affiliates Program Quick Hits on Important Items New Music - Free


Spacial Audio - May Update

 

World Class Audio Software Technology
Topics Covered:
  • SAM Broadcaster Updated
  • Help Lower Music Royalty Rates
  • We have answers!
  • Affiliates Program
  • Quick Hits on Important Items
  • New Music - Free
  • World Class Audio Software and Technology.


    SAM Broadcaster v4.5.5 RC3 Update

    We've been receiving raves about SAM Broadcaster™ ever since it was first introduced over a decade ago, and we're very proud of the Spacial Audio development team.

    This time we think they've really gone over-the-top with the SAM Broadcaster v4.5.5 RC3 update. There are at least 10 improvements that you can get by downloading this free update here.

    Click tp Download SAM Broadcaster v4.5.5 RC3 Some improvements on this update:
  • Added CSV export of SoundExchange report
  • Updated StreamAds logic to allow for better distribution
    of shorter ads
  • Increased default separation times for StreamAds Logic
  • Added support for "Pre-Event" scripting in Windows Media
    Encoder
  • Added PID cleanup for Robust encoders on SAM startup
  • Fixed bug with SoundExchange report when using
    FireBird database
  • Added Wowza stats relay support
  • Added URL Append Template for Shoutcast/Icecast
    streaming
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    DiMA Call to Action for Webcasters

    Earlier this month we sent an email with the subject line of "Webcasting Rates - A Chance for Reprieve." It requested that you take a minute to register your opposition to high performance royalty fees. We sent your signature to members of the House of Representatives.

    The fight is now in the US Senate, and we're asking that you take another minute to place your name at the bottom of the letter that's featured at right.

    This is a different fight, but part of the same battle to lower internet radio's performance royalty fees to the same level that Washington legislators will offer to broadcast radio.

    Click the image at right to read the letter. Click here to sign it. This will be sent to the 22 Senators who sit on the Senate Judiciary Committee which is overseeing the performance royalty issue.

    We'll match your state with the proper Senator. If no Senator comes from where you reside, your name will be included in the letter that goes to the Chairman of this Committee.

    Our goal is to have internet radio royalty rates match the much lower performance royalty rates for broadcasters, which is currently moving through the House and Senate.

    This letter will be presented on Monday, June 8, 2009. So please take one minute, right now, and add your name to the list. Every person counts when trying to get something passed in Washington DC.

      Please Note:
    • You must be a resident of the United States
    • You must be current in payments to SoundExchange, or in the process of making payments
    • This registration process will end at midnight, Sunday June 7, 2009

    Add your name to those who oppose high internet radio performance royalty fees.

    This is one fight you can't afford to ignore.

     


    Get Your Ticket for Answers

    If there's one item everyone at Spacial Audio understands, it's that working with any type of software program will sometimes produce problems. Maybe it's something we overlooked. Maybe it's a glitch in the setup, or something as simple as you're just not seeing whatever is being looked for in a menu. That's when you turn to someone on our staff who has the knack for solving a problem in a few seconds.

    Spacial has 24/7 Support Team access. Options are listed below. You will be surprised at how quickly a problem disappears when following this simple procedure.


      Open a support ticket. A team member will get back to you in short order. You have multiple options on this page that guarantee your question gets to a person with the best answer.

      Our Wiki users know how organized and complete the Spacial Wiki is.
      A few minutes there will save you hours of struggle.

      Want expert advice from our customers? Try the Spacial Forum where all topics are discussed, and where many users of our products offer top-notch tips.

      If you're in the process of purchasing any Spacial software and find yourself with a question during normal business hours, try our Live Sales Chat. Please note: This is for helping you decide which product is best suited for you before purchase, or for post-sales questions about your purchase. We cannot offer support for technical questions through this channel.

      Shopping for a Spacial product and want to speak with someone in the know? The fastest way in is through our Phone Support; hours are 9am-5pm CST. This is a free service for all pre-sales, sales, and billing questions. Other calls with questions about software problems or tech issues will be charged at the industry standard rate of $30 per hour. Reach Phone Support at (972) 739-6420.

     


    Need a Little Extra Cash?

    We've never brought up this topic in our News Updates. But thought with the tight economy you just might be interested in increasing your cash flow by becoming a Spacial Audio Affiliate.

    A commission of 20% is paid on all Spacial products; you have the option of simply referring clients from your web site through image links which Spacial provides, or by bundling Spacial software within your own product. Everything you need to know is at our Affiliate FAQ page. Sign-up is easy, too - do that here and be up-and-running as a Spacial Audio Reseller Affiliate in five minutes.

    Here's a quick look at all that's involved in our Affiliate Program.

     


    Quick Hits on Other Items

    Here are 4 services that we won't spend time on,
    but they are all very important points for improving
    your station's revenue and content.

    On May 31, Google will end its broadcast-related Audio AdWords program. This leaves the new Google Internet Radio Audio AdWords program as the only way radio advertisers can buy radio advertising through this process, and Spacial is their exclusive "live radio" partner. If you are looking to generate online ad dollars, contact Michael Delfanzo by email to sign up. Or, call him at (972) 739-6420 - ext: 122.

    CBS Radio is the only major radio network to offer its news service to internet-only radio stations, and Spacial holds the exclusive rights that allow you to place this world-class brand on your station. To order any of seven different programs, login to your SpacialNet account and look for "Syndication Feeds" in the menu.

    We are still signing up stations to participate in the Spacial Audio/Borrell Associates survey of online radio listeners. The data gathered through this exclusive offering is used to show advertisers that moving their radio advertising dollars online delivers a high quality audience. Contact Ken Dardis to start serving this survey, and reap all the benefits of knowing who is in your audience.

    StreamAds™ is a powerful Spacial Audio ad insertion technology that can generate advertising revenue for your station. Join our online demonstration each Thursday at 3pm EST, or take a quick look at our video on demand demo now.

     


    Quick Check on New Music

    Here's this month's list of independent artists at RRadio Music; all of these acts have signed waivers giving you the right to play their songs in exchange for the exposure it brings. No payment of any kind is required.

    Left click the "listen" link to hear each song.
    If you want to add it to your playlist, right click "Listen" and select "Save As."
    If you download a song, let the artist know.

    Genre Artist Song Title Let artist know.
    Pop JiG Ugly Listen Let 'em know.
    Hip Hop K.Smitt Boy Meets Girl Listen Let 'em know.
    Rock The Halcyon Brothers A Rose Was Posed Listen Let 'em know.
    Country Joe Berry Living On The Edge Listen Let 'em know.
    World Music Skizzo Franick Vienna Nights Listen Let 'em know.

    Please give the artists credit when their music is played.







    This News Update is the official word from Spacial Audio Solutions, LLC.
    Please direct comments to Ken Dardis.



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