How to DJ
How to apply
Send a message to either BaconOverdose/bod or Teknos on the IRC chat to get the streaming password.
You can also ask in the IRC chat channel #tripradio on Snoonet.
Current DJs
These people are known to DJ on the radio. Please add yourself to this list.
- Teknos
- DarkTwist
- toastercookie
- BaconOverdose
- trainwreck
Requirements for becoming a DJ
- Fast, reliable, internet connection
- Willing to take requests
- Willing to play music that doesn't suck
Streaming info
Here's the details you need to know to setup your streaming software:
| Radio software | Icecast |
| Hostname | tripsit.fm |
| Port | 8000 |
| Mount point | tripradio |
| Password | Apply to get password |
| Streaming format | mp3 |
Example of server settings:
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butt
-
Nicecast
-
Mixxx
Required information
All DJs have to set up their streaming client like this:
| Stream title | [TRIPRADIO] - WWW.TRIPSIT.ME - #drugs @ irc.snoonet.org |
| Stream description | Your IRC nickname |
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butt metadata
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Nicecast metadata
Basic guide to DJing
If you are totally new to DJing, here's what you need to know:
- For Mac and PC, the butt streaming software is good:
- Download butt here: http://butt.sourceforge.net
- Step 1: Select Stereo mix as Audio device.
- If Stereo mix isn't available, try Virtual Audio Cable
- If you're on Mac OS X, you probably want to use Soundflower to reroute your audio
- Step 2: Configure the server as per the server settings above
- Step 3: Press Play to start streaming.