Utilizes FM broadcast technology that has been proven for decades making startup costs for new entrant broadcasters more attainable.
![](https://wide-fm.com/sites/default/files/icons8-radio-2-100_blue.png)
![](https://wide-fm.com/sites/default/files/icons8-protect-100_blue.png)
Protections are put in place to assure that existing full-service Channel 5 and 6 TV stations will not be impacted.
![](https://wide-fm.com/sites/default/files/icons8-city-100_blue.png)
Assurances that early adopters of the new spectrum will be established local nonprofit organizations.
![](https://wide-fm.com/sites/default/files/icons8-multicultural-people-100_blue.png)
Opens up new opportunities for various ethnic and other communities currently underrepresented by radio and TV broadcasting.
WIDE-FM Means Urban Opportunity
For the first time in decades, local organizations in major metropolitan areas will have an opportunity to get their own voice on the radio.
![](https://wide-fm.com/sites/default/files/New%20York%20City_0.png)
The diverse voices of the Big Apple will finally have an opportunity to be heard on 5 wide coverage channels, local channels on Long Island, Connecticut and New Jersey, plus many LPFM opportunities.
![](https://wide-fm.com/sites/default/files/Los%20Angeles.png)
4 potential wide area allotments for the Southland as well as suburban allotments for OC, Santa Clarita and the Conejo Valley. Many LPFM opportunities also available.
![](https://wide-fm.com/sites/default/files/Chicago.png)
In the region, there will be 3 wide area allotments in Chicago, Gary and Naperville and 5 suburban allotments. LPFM opportunities in Band 6 and likely Band 5 will also be available.