when I watched part 1 I thought you were just some whacko dude with random electronic equipment and insomnia. now, I find you are a hero. with all due respect, sir, you fucking rule. rock on.
this video breaks my heart the most, it was uploaded just days after i found your videos! your station plays such wonderful music and makes me want to find a way myself to get that music out to people to listen to, it's a waste if good music is out there but not getting to anybody!
Dang, It would be nice to convince somebody to give people more opportunity for using their own radio frequency. I think its way creative to know how to use radios like that.
Haha, I'm sure everything's good now, but this sure is something. You could claim harassment, but the 60 foot antenna in your backyard probably won't help your case :)
hey man in here in kentucky and thinking about doing what you are ive always wanted to do a pirate radio station and was wondering about your set up you only transmit a few miles right??? well i think by law you can transmit up to 2 miles by law with a small transmitter so tell me will a small cb antenna work as my antenna im sure it will.... i would like to know your input on this thanks man
The main reason the feds don't want free broadcasting is because they lose control. They don't like not being able to regulate what we can say to who and to how many we can reach. It scares them and rightfully so. I say broadcast!! And this is coming from a licensed HAM operator. K1MDR. 73's
Dominic Racca as a 1st class FCC ticket holder who installs, repairs and adjusts broadcast transmitters, the reason the FCC exists is to standardize broadcast systems. If i am legally allowed to broadcast on a frequency at a particular power level, I do NOT want some pirate station to interfere with my legal bandwidth. The airwaves must be regulated to control radiation patterns and protect a persons right to broadcast. If this was not accomplished, the broadcast spectrum would be anarchy and no-one would be assured of a clean listening experience. I support FCC regulation of the public broadcast spectrum. Its also amazing that people who operate this equipment most of the time does not self check their equipment to ensure proper operation and frequency control. I actually worked at UHF TV station operating at 10 megawatts with college interns making adjustments to the transmitter w/o a valid license! Then the public calls the FCC to complain as to why the station is not being received properly!!
@@rty1955 Couldn't help but notice how you cite having a 1st class ticket as though that makes you some sort of god. Guess what, Roy boy: you're not the only one who holds FCC toilet paper of one kind or another. I also notice you're not an FCC employee, either. So basically, you're just another grunt like us, only you have kneepads on that have "FCC" stamped on them in bold, black letters. All fine and good, but answer me this: why the hell, as the Gatekeeper of the American airwaves, does the Fun Cessation Commission make getting a license to broadcast (even a low power one) HARDER THAN ALL FUCKING HELL?????? You already admitted to having worked at a TV station so powerful it can be picked up on Mars. Well, bully for you, Mr. Big Shot TV Dude. The Fun Cessation Commission will bust anyone they find out is transmitting a signal without their permission, YET WHEN ONE TRIES TO GET PERMISSION, IT'S EASIER TO SUCK A TOYOTA THROUGH A STRAW THAN IT IS TO GET THAT PRECIOUS "NOTE FROM DADDY!!" "...People who operate this equipment most of the time (don't) self-check their equipment to ensure proper operation and frequency control." Oh really? And how the hell do you know this?? Where the hell did you get your Omniscience there, Mr. FCC Kneepads?? Because I'd give just about anything to shop at that store, too. How do you know that there aren't responsible low power operators out there who painstakingly go to great lengths to ensure that they're not interfering with anyone who has that golden ticket from Daddy? You don't, and you know it. So don't try running that jazz past me, mister. So the next time you don the kneepads and bow before your Lords and Masters at the Fun Cessation Commission, ask one of them why they make it so UNBELIEVABLY and UNREASONABLY hard to be "legit." I'd love to hear it. Even if it is just yet more bureaucratic bullshit.
@@wannawatchu66 ok let me operate illegally and overpower your tiny basement transmitter and see who cries foul! Follow the rules buddy, dont cry and get upset because u need ro do things properly. Maybe there is a REASON you are unable to get a valid license. Before you lash out at people following the regulations, look in the mirror and say "what am I doing wrong?"
Hey man its Chris I was wondering what was your transmitting power back then I'm gonna get my set up going soon I hope also where did you get most of your equipment at such as your tape decks and eq bored
When I was younger, I built a FM transmitter also. Had a lot of fun too until I turn the transmitter over to a friend who got busted within an hour of operation. Glad it wasn't me>>>
Hahahaha!! I ran a small station years ago....2 watts through homebrew folded dipole...got about 8kms clear with quite a few listeners....Im comin back on the air soon with 100 watts of power and gonna do just like you are with local young people trying to get their music out. a hella lot better than these young people goin out gettin in trouble.
@bentleyontheair It's a Gentner Lazer Prism, not made anymore. It's a first generation digital audio processor, alot like the Optimod 8200. It kindof got lost in the digital revolution when the Optimod got real popular.
p1r4t3z all it takes is someone that knows your station is unlicensed to file a complaint to the FCC. I agree, a portion of the spectrum should be allocated to microbroadcast stations. Commercial stations can file complaints as well if someone quotes your station has having better programming than their station. They look at it as you're taking away their revenue. Getting a license is tough, applicants have to be a religious organization and available FM channels are scarce in some areas.
Its interesting that I was able to operate a Part15 station on 93.9FM for 4 years without getting any letters in the mail. I took my station off the air and went online only a few years ago, but I now have the same issue with the harmonics in the area. 94.3 has a spike on 93.9FM now, so that station is now unusable.
Cant believe licensed stations actually have harmonics and spurs this also happened to me there's a local station 500 metres away producing harmonics at 88 MHz, 96.3 MHz and 108 MHz. Luckily 98.5 MHz is not affected. They shouldve used a proper filter.
Hey, Thx for sharing ur hobbie with utube. U have inspired a 14 year old to start up a community radio station. I was wonderring if u could a series on how to broadcast and what equipment u use. Once again, thx.
I have tried to apply at FFC.gov and the website quotes I am in an area where there are no open channels that are not co-channel or 5 channels bumper zone with other local stations. There just isn't many FM channels in the USA. 200 channels and too many 10Kw staions make it hard to get a decent antenna site without being in a zone where your too close to other LPFM, comercial or educational stations. AM broadcast band has many open freqs for local class C broadcast. 1230, 1240, 1340, 1400 KHz
This is an old footage. However, what you tell is good but Laws are exiting and should be of course respected. For a small radio: how much does it cost to get the license? At the end you have some sponsor, or you can have some found by some donor, and with the income, you can pay out some fee for a small power for local emission.
@FelixTheHouseFreak - The station is still ON, but right now at Part 15, but still full power over the internet . Watch for the new video coming soon, alot has happened to insure our future!
sorry to see you got that letter, i run a small pirate radio station running around 2-5 watts (my choice) every now and then with no set time frame, many people in south florida have received that same letter don't let them take that transmitter, it looks like its 10 watts or more! by the way another radio station probably complained.
Hey p1r4t3z, I think they found you through their "new" network of semi-automated listening stations; allegedly the system can pinpoint the transmitter better than the triangulation vehicles the used to have. The trick is, because there are so few FCC agents, it may take weeks or months until a blue goon can come out to the alleged site, so having a mobile studio could finally be an asset.
can't you just apply for a license, as a non-commercial non-profit radio station? I am curious why all these underground stations gets fined/raided if they can just apply for a license. Is it a cost thing? Edit: just saw part 6, my mistake
Yes, it's a cost thing, among other things. First, the FCC doesn't issue licenses to individual people, only groups/organizations such as LLCs, school districts, and whatnot. Why? I don't know. Second, you have to have an attorney to draw up the paperwork necessary to apply for a license, and a lot of people don't have the money for an attorney retainer. Third, you have to go through all kinds of rigamarole having to do with the frequency survey for the frequency you want to broadcast on, and for that, you have to hire an engineering firm to perform the said survey. The frequency you want may not be open. Then, they'll want to see your business model (how are you going to generate the revenue necessary to keep the station on the air once it's up and running), etc., etc., etc. There is a mountain of obstacles from concept to sign-on.
We tried that in massachustetts.. It took only 3 months when "compettion" snitch ratted everyone out.. LUCKLY they just shutdown without taking the equipment..
@@p1r4t3z i couldn't find any info about the band; there was a link on your angelfire page but it is dead. do they got a page/channel/site anywhere? thanks...
Im a fan of alternative music of all kinds, and getting it heard. I listen to everything from music from the 60s up onto indie underground music made today. My taste also covers a huge amount of genres. I think the mainstream SUCKS. Im also heavily into electronics with RADIO being my main interest. You are a role model and a hero to me man. You need to make more videos, so we can all learn from you. Such a shame that the station had to go off. Take care!
I hear you say that its better than those kids gang banging . Im with you on that . What the hells wrong with the fcc . I know they did not get there cut right . Its all about the dollar . Just like the cops pulling you over and witeing you a ticket . They can care less about your safety just the fine money they take in . Its the same with the fcc .
when I watched part 1 I thought you were just some whacko dude with random electronic equipment and insomnia. now, I find you are a hero. with all due respect, sir, you fucking rule. rock on.
Thank you for providing your time and guidance to those young adults. FCC needs to find something better to do.
Loving this series! This is very inspiring to maybe start my own "pirate radio station" but online because of the FCC.
Rock on rock on keep cranking it up!
Who in 2020
this video breaks my heart the most, it was uploaded just days after i found your videos! your station plays such wonderful music and makes me want to find a way myself to get that music out to people to listen to, it's a waste if good music is out there but not getting to anybody!
Dude keep doing your station! Im 16 and I've been running a pirate fm station since I was 15! Keep on and pump up the volume!
Dang, It would be nice to convince somebody to give people more opportunity for using their own radio frequency. I think its way creative to know how to use radios like that.
That band was excellent
This is the reason why we have radio, to support the local muso's. And we need more of it!
Local man plays good music....the horror....think of the children!!!
Haha, I'm sure everything's good now, but this sure is something. You could claim harassment, but the 60 foot antenna in your backyard probably won't help your case :)
you rule man!
great job :)
hey man in here in kentucky and thinking about doing what you are ive always wanted to do a pirate radio station and was wondering about your set up you only transmit a few miles right??? well i think by law you can transmit up to 2 miles by law with a small transmitter so tell me will a small cb antenna work as my antenna im sure it will.... i would like to know your input on this thanks man
The main reason the feds don't want free broadcasting is because they lose control. They don't like not being able to regulate what we can say to who and to how many we can reach. It scares them and rightfully so. I say broadcast!! And this is coming from a licensed HAM operator. K1MDR. 73's
Dominic Racca as a 1st class FCC ticket holder who installs, repairs and adjusts broadcast transmitters, the reason the FCC exists is to standardize broadcast systems. If i am legally allowed to broadcast on a frequency at a particular power level, I do NOT want some pirate station to interfere with my legal bandwidth. The airwaves must be regulated to control radiation patterns and protect a persons right to broadcast. If this was not accomplished, the broadcast spectrum would be anarchy and no-one would be assured of a clean listening experience. I support FCC regulation of the public broadcast spectrum.
Its also amazing that people who operate this equipment most of the time does not self check their equipment to ensure proper operation and frequency control.
I actually worked at UHF TV station operating at 10 megawatts with college interns making adjustments to the transmitter w/o a valid license! Then the public calls the FCC to complain as to why the station is not being received properly!!
roy Yung so, more rights for the rich, right
@@rty1955 Couldn't help but notice how you cite having a 1st class ticket as though that makes you some sort of god. Guess what, Roy boy: you're not the only one who holds FCC toilet paper of one kind or another. I also notice you're not an FCC employee, either. So basically, you're just another grunt like us, only you have kneepads on that have "FCC" stamped on them in bold, black letters.
All fine and good, but answer me this: why the hell, as the Gatekeeper of the American airwaves, does the Fun Cessation Commission make getting a license to broadcast (even a low power one) HARDER THAN ALL FUCKING HELL?????? You already admitted to having worked at a TV station so powerful it can be picked up on Mars. Well, bully for you, Mr. Big Shot TV Dude. The Fun Cessation Commission will bust anyone they find out is transmitting a signal without their permission, YET WHEN ONE TRIES TO GET PERMISSION, IT'S EASIER TO SUCK A TOYOTA THROUGH A STRAW THAN IT IS TO GET THAT PRECIOUS "NOTE FROM DADDY!!"
"...People who operate this equipment most of the time (don't) self-check their equipment to ensure proper operation and frequency control."
Oh really? And how the hell do you know this?? Where the hell did you get your Omniscience there, Mr. FCC Kneepads?? Because I'd give just about anything to shop at that store, too. How do you know that there aren't responsible low power operators out there who painstakingly go to great lengths to ensure that they're not interfering with anyone who has that golden ticket from Daddy? You don't, and you know it. So don't try running that jazz past me, mister.
So the next time you don the kneepads and bow before your Lords and Masters at the Fun Cessation Commission, ask one of them why they make it so UNBELIEVABLY and UNREASONABLY hard to be "legit." I'd love to hear it. Even if it is just yet more bureaucratic bullshit.
@@wannawatchu66 I suggest you take some anger mgmt courses and read up on regs.
@@wannawatchu66 ok let me operate illegally and overpower your tiny basement transmitter and see who cries foul! Follow the rules buddy, dont cry and get upset because u need ro do things properly. Maybe there is a REASON you are unable to get a valid license. Before you lash out at people following the regulations, look in the mirror and say "what am I doing wrong?"
Currently, as of 2023, there is a repeater of KBVB 95.1 on 94.5.
Hey man its Chris I was wondering what was your transmitting power back then I'm gonna get my set up going soon I hope also where did you get most of your equipment at such as your tape decks and eq bored
What area of Aus could your broadcasts be heard on once you get it hooked up there?
When I was younger, I built a FM transmitter also. Had a lot of fun too until I turn the transmitter over to a friend who got busted within an hour of operation.
Glad it wasn't me>>>
Do you have an MP3 on a ftp somewhere for rebroadcast
@century3horizons StationX is located outside of Brisbane I believe
You should need a boat! Like in ye olde britain!
As a libertarian I must say "Without the FCC, who would protect you from those evil airwaves!"
Hahahaha!! I ran a small station years ago....2 watts through homebrew folded dipole...got about 8kms clear with quite a few listeners....Im comin back on the air soon with 100 watts of power and gonna do just like you are with local young people trying to get their music out. a hella lot better than these young people goin out gettin in trouble.
That's great to hear let me know how well that works out for you I always like supporting others who do things like this.
LLLOOOOVVVEEE IIIITTTT!!!!!
@p1r4t3z i have to ask a question if i run under part 15 would it at all be legal for my station to run
@bentleyontheair It's a Gentner Lazer Prism, not made anymore. It's a first generation digital audio processor, alot like the Optimod 8200. It kindof got lost in the digital revolution when the Optimod got real popular.
p1r4t3z all it takes is someone that knows your station is unlicensed to file a complaint to the FCC. I agree, a portion of the spectrum should be allocated to microbroadcast stations. Commercial stations can file complaints as well if someone quotes your station has having better programming than their station. They look at it as you're taking away their revenue. Getting a license is tough, applicants have to be a religious organization and available FM channels are scarce in some areas.
Its interesting that I was able to operate a Part15 station on 93.9FM for 4 years without getting any letters in the mail. I took my station off the air and went online only a few years ago, but I now have the same issue with the harmonics in the area. 94.3 has a spike on 93.9FM now, so that station is now unusable.
Cant believe licensed stations actually have harmonics and spurs this also happened to me there's a local station 500 metres away producing harmonics at 88 MHz, 96.3 MHz and 108 MHz. Luckily 98.5 MHz is not affected. They shouldve used a proper filter.
Hey,
Thx for sharing ur hobbie with utube. U have inspired a 14 year old to start up a community radio station. I was wonderring if u could a series on how to broadcast and what equipment u use.
Once again, thx.
I have tried to apply at FFC.gov and the website quotes I am in an area where there are no open channels that are not co-channel or 5 channels bumper zone with other local stations. There just isn't many FM channels in the USA. 200 channels and too many 10Kw staions make it hard to get a decent antenna site without being in a zone where your too close to other LPFM, comercial or educational stations. AM broadcast band has many open freqs for local class C broadcast. 1230, 1240, 1340, 1400 KHz
This is an old footage. However, what you tell is good but Laws are exiting and should be of course respected.
For a small radio: how much does it cost to get the license? At the end you have some sponsor, or you can have some found by some donor, and with the income, you can pay out some fee for a small power for local emission.
@FelixTheHouseFreak - The station is still ON, but right now at Part 15, but still full power over the internet . Watch for the new video coming soon, alot has happened to insure our future!
sorry to see you got that letter, i run a small pirate radio station running around 2-5 watts (my choice) every now and then with no set time frame, many people in south florida have received that same letter don't let them take that transmitter, it looks like its 10 watts or more! by the way another radio station probably complained.
Could you assist me in getting my Fcc LPFM License ..I will donate !!
YO... do you have hangouts? or how do I get in touch?
The spurr is simply intermodulation with in your own receiver.
No, it’s not!
His equipment was off when testing.
Rock On 1%er Radio Stations!!! Be removed yee all from commercialism and force fed bull crap radio!
Hey, you're doing shortwaves?! if you really are, please let me know! i want to receive you from way over here (italy)
Hey p1r4t3z, I think they found you through their "new" network of semi-automated listening stations; allegedly the system can pinpoint the transmitter better than the triangulation vehicles the used to have. The trick is, because there are so few FCC agents, it may take weeks or months until a blue goon can come out to the alleged site, so having a mobile studio could finally be an asset.
can't you just apply for a license, as a non-commercial non-profit radio station? I am curious why all these underground stations gets fined/raided if they can just apply for a license. Is it a cost thing?
Edit: just saw part 6, my mistake
Yes, it's a cost thing, among other things. First, the FCC doesn't issue licenses to individual people, only groups/organizations such as LLCs, school districts, and whatnot. Why? I don't know. Second, you have to have an attorney to draw up the paperwork necessary to apply for a license, and a lot of people don't have the money for an attorney retainer. Third, you have to go through all kinds of rigamarole having to do with the frequency survey for the frequency you want to broadcast on, and for that, you have to hire an engineering firm to perform the said survey. The frequency you want may not be open. Then, they'll want to see your business model (how are you going to generate the revenue necessary to keep the station on the air once it's up and running), etc., etc., etc. There is a mountain of obstacles from concept to sign-on.
We tried that in massachustetts.. It took only 3 months when "compettion" snitch ratted everyone out.. LUCKLY they just shutdown without taking the equipment..
whats the name of the song?
No Tomorrow by Venus in Furs
@@p1r4t3z i couldn't find any info about the band; there was a link on your angelfire page but it is dead. do they got a page/channel/site anywhere? thanks...
What about fcc rules
Im a fan of alternative music of all kinds, and getting it heard. I listen to everything from music from the 60s up onto indie underground music made today. My taste also covers a huge amount of genres. I think the mainstream SUCKS.
Im also heavily into electronics with RADIO being my main interest.
You are a role model and a hero to me man. You need to make more videos, so we can all learn from you.
Such a shame that the station had to go off.
Take care!
In Britain, Ofcom and the police just raid you.
You mean to tell me that OFCOM actually get off their backside and go and do something-Physically !.
When was the last time ofcom raided anyone?
I’ve had piles of letters from ofcom and the dti. Never a bang on the door. Yet lol
wise beard man's bother?
I watch most informational videos at 2x speed, so the band sounded thrashy af.
n/
I'd be telling fcc do their damn jobs properly
I hear you say that its better than those kids gang banging . Im with you on that . What the hells wrong with the fcc . I know they did not get there cut right . Its all about the dollar . Just like the cops pulling you over and witeing you a ticket . They can care less about your safety just the fine money they take in . Its the same with the fcc .
Internet radio is a lot cheaper.
🤗😈
Well, let’s accept the fact you were illegally transmitting on said frequency lol
240p.... We meet again
Dude, you don't have a part 15. You're way above that!
Yes you may not be the only pirate but your not legal and your not part 15
Isn't our freedom of speech and free press being violated by these stupid rules and regulations of ham radio?
Dude, you admitted to it on like video 2 or 3...then you did a broadcast on video 4.....just pay the fee or get an internet show.