About us

Aqua Broadcast was formed by a diverse and experienced team of people with extensive Broadcast and electronics experience. We love Broadcast just as much as you do and we saw the need to do things differently to all our competitors.

With an International presence and offering multi-lingual staff, Aqua Broadcast has positioned itself as a dynamic and innovative company, driven by its passion for Broadcast and Studio products. 

At our core are our customers. We focus on designing and building products for engineers and station owners who demand reliability, ease of use, with cutting-edge design and features. Listening to customer’s ideas, feedback and success stories allows us to build products that are feature rich, reliable as well as easy to use. 

Our strategically located offices worldwide mean you are never out of touch due to time zones. Sales and support are available round the clock. Whether it’s a phone call, or email we are always with you every step of the way. 

What makes us different?

Aqua Broadcast makes cool products in the UK, with leading technology and innovation. At our core, we focus on FM Transmitters which utilise DDS Modulation in our top of the range line, called COBALT.

Our R&D team are passionate about Broadcast, and are always looking at improving performance, efficiency and features. All our products have many features as standard, with several options available for the most demanding applications.

COBALT FM Transmitters

COBALT FM Transmitters  are award winning products with accolades including the NAB 2024 Radioworld Best of Show award and are available in various powers including ,

10W, 30W, 50W, 100W(All are 1RU size)

300W, 700W,1000W(All are 2RU size)

2000W & 3000W (All are 3RU size)

Operating on a fully customized LINUX OS system, all COBALT fully-featured FM Transmitters have a low-distortion modulator. Input and output options include Analog, AES/EBU, Digital MPX (AES192), Ethernet, USB, GPIO, GPS Sync with built-in SFN capabilities.

Tailored for applications like smaller transmitter sites, community, and college radio, or as an exciter requiring high-quality audio, the COBALT ensures market-leading sound. It comes equipped with a built-in 4-band Audio Processor, featuring Bass enhancement, Pilot protection, Wide AGC, and a range of expertly designed modern presets for an impressive start.

The modern design with its Ultra-clear RGB display and Intuitive Joystick controls with Haptic feedback and silicon buttons allow for swift setup, ensuring you get on the air in no time.

The advanced communication package includes an intuitive web interface and remote control via Ethernet (https). Full SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 management, with the ability to send emails, alerts, and remotely monitor audio, provide confidence with global control from any device with a web browser.

An advanced automations package enables settings changes based on conditions, SNMP, GPI, or through the scheduler function – all built into the system.

Optional extras include;

• 6 Band Audio Processor, fully adjustable for your output, gives you the edge with a complete all-in-one solution.
• Tuner for re-broadcast and monitoring.
• Dante® for crystal-clear digital audio connection from any Dante® compatible product or environment.
• µMPX for STL, transporting a full FM composite MPX signal at a low bit rate of 320 kbit/s. Easily distribute audio to all your COBALT transmitters with the µMPX interface.
• Dual Redundant PSU – Each PSU has its own AC input for true redundancy.
• 48V DC Power input (power to exciter only, no RF power is available)
• Externally Mounted Fans

Access to all components and software-controlled variable fan speed ensures low maintenance costs.

With the highest AC efficiency, a compact design, and reduced weight, the COBALT ensures low transportation costs and stands as the model with the lowest total cost of ownership in its class.

Contact us

Aqua Broadcast Limited

Unit 7, First Quarter

Blenheim Road

Epsom

KT19 9QN

United Kingdom

Phone: +44 203 411 0387

Email: info@aquabroadcast.co.uk

Website: www.aquabroadcast.co.uk