We've invested in a new solid-state Hamilton Transmitter that punches our signal through on a different frequency, 1610AM. Our old AM transmitter was a tube-type 7 watt LPB unit tuned to 810AM and padded down to our maximum output of 100 milliwatts. For years KB Radio was clobbered at night by WGY. But now the signal penetrates Northern Wilson day and night with very little interference.

The FM 107.5 simulcast is now just a footnote in KB Radio's history. No matter what technology was used to increase coverage, management found that it just couldn't be done legally. We did enjoy hearing the music around the station in stereo. Yet the signal only got out about a block, so we dismantled the antenna and stored it in the warehouse. But don't fret for long, we're still FM-Stereo ready. If the broadcasting rules change, the FM signal will come back.

And we still aren't streaming our tunes over the internet. Those outrageous royalties are financially way over our heads. Call your senator! 

A totally new concept in radio! KB Radio is designed for the listener. This is not rock, Top 40, contemporary hit, urban, or any other format like other stations play. KB Radio plays a unique blend of "all" the great music from the 70's and 80's. The kind of music you grew up listening to on the radio is now right here. Music that brings back great memories. Where were you, what were you doing, who were you with... ...when you first heard this song on the radio? KB Radio plays lots, and lots, and lots more music... without all the talk, senseless DJ chatter and other useless distractions that other "formatted" radio stations seem to feel the need to do. It's music delivered to you, just the way you want it. Long song sets, great music variety, and very little talk with no commercial interruptions. Nothing complicated, just the great sounds of the 70's & 80's!

With 100 milliwatts, KB Radio is heard in the northwestern section of the City of Wilson, North Carolina, U.S.A. We use the maximum power allowed by the FCC without a license. Yet even with such low power, KB Radio covers the fastest growing part of Wilson County. New homes, townhouses, duplexes, and businesses are being built within one mile of KB Radio's transmitter every month. The empty spots on the map below are filling up fast with new KB Radio listeners!

KBRadio Coverage Map

KB Radio uses five computer controlled 300 disc CD changers for music storage. Computers are only used for automation and voice tracking. (CD's just sound better than MP3's!) Two Behringer control boards are used, one at the automation rack, the other is the control/production board.

For FM / Internet (Not In Use): the programming is fed from the board into a stereo leveling unit, then a six band compressor, and finally to the transmitter and router.

For AM: the programming is mono-mixed in the main control board, fed into a leveling unit, then a parametric EQ (to kill unwanted signals above 12k and below 300hz), and finally fed to the transmitter.

We've got listeners! To get the word out about local events for your non-profit organization, drop us an email message at the address below. Don't forget to tell us Who, What, When, Where, and Why!

We don't take advertising dollars from local business. Sorry. There are a whole bunch of reasons that we don't sell ads. Zoning, tax reporting, and music licensing are just a few. But the local newspaper, radio stations, direct mailers, and other local media would do a fantastic job promoting your business. Support the local media! Buy ads locally!