Version 2.0.3
$4.99
Requires Mac OS X 10.5
Free upgrade for existing users.
Station Website
Want to go to the stations website and check out any promotions or learn more about the disc jockeys or anything. Simply click the globe next to the digital readout and you'll instantly go to that stations website.
Presets
Just like in your car radio, you can assign presets of your favorite stations to the 6 preset buttons in the player window. Click "Manage Preset Buttons" in the "File" menu or use Command+P. Choose which button you want to assign to the song currently playing. Instantly the preset will be set and you can customize the name of the button. Next time you launch RadioRocker just click your preset button, just like on your car stereo and you'll be listening to the station you like instantly.
Want to record what you’re listening to for later listening? Now you can. Whatever station or stream is playing can be recorded from that point by simply pressing the “Record Stream” button. When you’re done recording click “Stop Recording” and the stream will be converted from raw audio to an MP3 file for easy transfer to an iPod, iPhone, or any other device that supports MP3. You can even start a stream, begin a recording session and then listen to a different stream while the first one is still recording.
RadioRocker isn’t just limited to the stations within. If you listen to internet radio such as TWIT Live, go to their site and get the stream URL. Choose the + sign at the bottom of the window, enter the information and that stream is as accessible as any station in the database.
VERSION CHANGES
VERSION 2.0.3
- Fixed an issue with adding custom stations. An error would be displayed stating it was missing parameters.
VERSION 2.0.2
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-Made minor changes for performance and bugs. Some users reported thestations weren’t working, make sure you install the additional libraries availible in the help menu. Some stations can take up to 20 to 30 seconds to start playing.
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-New price, for a limited time the app is now $4.99.
VERSION 2.0.1
- Only change, changed RRmplayer binary, which users of intel based macs stated would quit unexpectiedly. It is now a universal binary as the original binary was only PowerPC.
VERSION 2.0
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-New interface design
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-New streaming engine
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-Record streams to MP3
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-A trip back through the database to determine the best stations and their availability. Currently the Wyoming stations are not compatible with the program. You maynotice a blank table when you click Wyoming.
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-Addition of additional libraries to allow different streams from different codecs to play. Install these libraries from the “Install Libraries” menu item in the “Help” menu.
FAQ:
Where is the station I like?
In redesigning the product we changd the engine used from the QuickTime engine to the open source mplayer. Thanks to Victor Brilon and Laurent Ettouati for the Intel binaries. This allows more of a range of stations which can load which do not require the Windows Media Flip4Mac components or the Perian codecs. If a station is not listed all you have to do is obtain the URL of the stream and add it as a custom stream. Since we like to build a vast database of stations we as you email that URL to us for inclusion. The station will be availible in the next version of the product or in a database installer package which will replace the station lists but not the entire app.
What else do I need to run RadioRocker?
Since we want to be able to include as many streams as possible, we include a package which is required to play most streams. You will either be prompted to install the libraries or you can do so manually from the “Help” menu.
I keep getting a "The stream is unavailable at this time" message.
There are usually a couple of reasons. All streams have been manually tested with the version of mplayer that comes with RadioRocker and the installed libraries. Make sure you are connected to the internet and if you can confirm you are then either the stream may be down or no longer available at that URL.
What is up with the 2 hour time limit for the trial?
The 2 hour time limit is so you can get a taste of the program. If you find it useful you can pay the $10.00 for the unlimited version. RadioRocker took many any hours of planning and gathering information for the database so you don't have to. Your support goes to the cost of hosting fees and cost of new equipment.
This is a great program, will there be one for the iPhone/iPod Touch?
Yes there will be. However, I'm still programming on a PowerPC Mac and have no access to an Intel-based Mac. The iPhone SDK requires an Intel Mac to compile and run iPhone code. So until I can afford an Intel-mac, the iPhone/iPod Touch version is on hold.
I paid for the program, where's my registration?
Once you pay via PayPal a registration email will be sent with in 15 minutes. Even if you don't recieve the email you can enter the email address you used to purchase the product into the "Enter Registration" box in the application menu. If it doesn't succeed the first time give it a few minutes and it should activate.
Why does it take so long to load a station list?
The way the database is configured right now it is parsing out a lot of information. Some of it you see, some of it you don't see. Depending on the number of stations in the database for any given state the longer it can take to load.
Don't you think the radio industry will be mad at you?
Nope. Why should they be? Introducing radio stations to other markets other than those the broadcasting transmitter reaches can help increase revenue for the station and listenership. Also if a disc jockey is good enough, other station general managers and program managers can hear other talent they might want to recruit, or hear how another station mixes a mix. This encourages increased competition and diversity among the airwaves. Plus, it's not like you can't go to their site if you want to. By having the website of the station one click away in the interface the stations can still make online revenue by your interest in their stream which entices you to visit their site and then by your own accord be subject to their advertising. If a radio station really has any objection to being listed in RadioRocker, I will remove them only at their request, but realize that if a station decides to remove itself they leave them open to ridicule and embarrassment for not seeing the advantages and exposure of being able to be accessed in a convenient manner. In addition you face a backlash from the listeners from other parts of the country where even a small amount of revenue can be of value. Don't think that matters? If I have to remove a station at the behest of a stations wishes, I will make a big deal out of it, because there should be no excuse for not wanting to have new listeners in other parts of the country.
What about a Windows version?
Not as of yet. I'm not a windows developer.
Terrestrial radio on your Mac.
Additional codec libraries are now included. Recommended for decode of various streams.
RadioRocker is the simple way to listen to terrestrial radio on your Mac. This isn't a streamer for internet radio, RadioRocker contains over 5,000 stations from across the United States. Choose what state and choose the station and you're off and running.
RadioRocker is perfect if you want to listen to a sporting event in another state or town. For instance: if you're from Massachusetts and you miss listening to WBZ NewsRadio 1030 for all your news, simply pull up the list for Massachusetts, double-click on WBZ. All of a sudden you're listening to WBZ right on your Mac.
Want to listen to a game in Pittsburgh? Select Pennsylvania as the state and choose your favorite station. Do you like the mix of a station in California, but you live in Virginia, select California as the state and choose the station.
RadioRocker Overview
If you experience any issues, please make sure you install the additional libraries locaed in the “Help” menu.
You may need to use an admin level username and password to install.
