Live Broadcasting

Mixxx Live Broadcasting Encoder

Elevate your music journey with Mixxx, an embodiment of open-source brilliance in the realm of live broadcasting. Infused with innovation, Mixxx empowers you to seamlessly stream your vibrant mixes to a captivated audience and cherished friends, all via the conduit of a Shoutcast or Icecast server.

With Mixxx, your musical prowess knows no boundaries. Unleash your creations into the digital realm, forging connections and sharing sonic experiences with those who appreciate your art. Let the rhythm flow beyond confines, resonating across the Internet, as Mixxx sets the stage for an immersive audio expedition.

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Mixxx live Broadcasting

Mixxx stands as a testament to the essence of free open-source software, a creation nurtured solely by a vibrant community. In this realm, there exists no corporate entity guiding Mixxx's evolution; instead, it thrives under the stewardship of dedicated DJs and programmers. These individuals, driven by their passion, generously invest their free hours into refining this cherished DJ software, an embodiment of their unwavering commitment to their craft.

Configuring Mixxx:

Begin by providing Mixxx with the necessary information to establish a connection to the streaming server:

1. Open Preferences and select Live Broadcasting.
2. Set Live Broadcast source connections to Enable.
3. Choose the source connection type: Shoutcast/Icecast.
4. Stream Connection Details:
This information typically refers to your own streaming server. Retrieve your radio station's details either from the email you received or by accessing them through the Centova Cast Dashboard under "Settings" and "Quick Link."

**For Shoutcast:**

- Type: Shoutcast
- Host: us9.streamingpulse.com
- Login: Leave Blank
- Mount Point: Leave Blank
- Port: 8000
- Encoder Password: 86tu8x9fghtyj
- Enable Automatic Reconnect (Default is 5 seconds)
- Encoding: Bitrate Typically 128kbps
- Format: MP3/ACC HE-AAC HE-AACv2
- Channel: Stereo
- Select Public Stream
- Stream Name: Your Website URL
- Description: Station Description
- Genre: Music genre
- Metadata Format: $artist - $title
- Click Apply and OK
- To start live broadcasting, click on the ON AIR icon at the top right.

**For Icecast v2:**

- Type: Icecast v2
- Host: us9.streamingpulse.com
- Login: source
- Mount Point: /live
- Port: 8000
- Encoder Password: 86tu8x9fghtyj
- Enable Automatic Reconnect (Default is 5 seconds)
- Encoding: Bitrate Typically 128kbps
- Format: MP3/ACC HE-AAC HE-AACv2
- Channel: Stereo
- Select Public Stream
- Stream Name: Your Website URL
- Description: Station Description
- Genre: Music genre
- Metadata Format: $artist - $title
- Click Apply and OK
- To start live broadcasting, click on the ON AIR icon at the top right.

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Mixxx is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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Mixxx Everything You Need

Within the Mixxx toolkit lies an array of recording and broadcasting capabilities, meticulously designed to amplify your mixes and propel your presence across auditory realms. This dynamic set of features serves as your sonic compass, guiding your mixes to new horizons and extending your name far and wide.

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Broadcast Settings

Mixxx allows you to feed your audio stream directly to Shoutcast and Icecast streaming servers.

  • Encoding Quality: Typically 128kbps
  • Server URL: Your hosting URL (e.g., us1.streamingpulse.com)
  • Server Port: The four-digit port number (e.g., 7000)
  • Password: Example: 86tu8x9fghtyj

Live Broadcasting - Start your own Internet radio

Embark on a journey of live broadcasting as Mixxx empowers you to establish your very own Internet radio station. With Mixxx's Live Broadcasting feature, your mixes come alive, resonating across the digital realm and reaching a global audience of eager listeners. Take the stage and share your musical artistry with the world, transcending geographical boundaries and making your mark on the airwaves.

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