Smooth Jazz V98.7 is now broadcasting in HD Radio technology. What does that mean?

You can now get the same clarity of sound from Smooth Jazz V98.7 as you do on your CDs! And now a second channel of jazz on HD2!

HD Radio is new technology destined to revolutionize the radio broadcasting industry. Approved by the FCC as the digital broadcast system for AM & FM stations, the noise and interference that cause the static, hiss, pops and fades heard on today's regular analog radios can be virtually eliminated when you are receiving the HD Radio digital signal.

In addition to crystal clear reception, HD Radio enhances sound fidelity. You could think you're listening to your own CD collection!

How can I listen to Smooth Jazz V98.7 broadcast in HD Radio Technology?

To experience the sound of HD Radio, you will need to upgrade to the new HD Radio receivers that are coming on the market. There are now receivers available from Accurian, Boston Acoustics, Cambridge Soundworks, JVC, Kenwood, Panasonic, Sony and others for table top or car and truck. Some receivers sold recently are HD Radio ready, meaning they just require the additional purchase and installation of an HD Radio component. For more info be sure to visit http://www.hdradio.com

For an HD Radio Buyer's Guide visit http://www.hdradio.com/hdradio_buyers_guide.php

For where to buy HD Radio visit http://www.hdradio.com/available_products.php


Also visit Crutchfield Electronics.com to purchase an HD Radio online or ask your local electronics retailer. Ask for it by name. HD Radio. To hear the jazz 98.7 WVMV HD-2 station, make sure your receiver is capable of picking up HD2.

Because this new digital standard doesn't require new channels, Smooth Jazz V98.7 will remain on the same dial position and you can still listen to our main channel on your regular analog FM radio receiver you've been using for years. In fact, because of the new equipment, we sound even better. But if you have a new HD Radio receiver you will hear us at our best in the new digital format and our new HD2 station!

HD Radio technology also provides us with the ability to send additional data such as artist names and song titles as they are playing, so you will always get the names of the songs we play!

HD Radio is the wave of the future and Smooth Jazz V98.7 will make you a part of it.

Thank you for listening!

Click here for a Detroit Guide to area stations broadcasting HD Radio!