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National Public Radio Technical Services

National Public Radio Technical Services


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If It Makes A Sound,
We Can Record It;
If It Is Audible,
We Can Dub It;
If It Is Audio,
We Can Feed It.


Engineering and production expertise, innovation, and customer service ....
Our competitive edge is your advantage!

National Public Radio's state-of-the-art broadcast and recording facilities are located in Washington, D.C., New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. The studios are available for live broadcasts, call-in shows, audio production and music recording on a space available basis. NPR's highly skilled and committed engineering team is looking forw ard to working with you on your productions to ensure quality broadcasts.

Live Broadcasts
NPR studios have been purpose-built to accommodate the most technically demanding standards for live production. NPR's talk show facilities are second to none and feature an advanced call-screening computer system as well as a separate booth for screener and producer and full intercom systems for seamless coordination between the director, screener, engineer and live talent. Transmission capabilities include ISDN, Switched 56, T-1 and satellite.

Field Production
Our engineering team will travel anywhere to record your on-location productions. From single recordings to 36 input consoles and portable satellite origination, NPR has earned a reputation for delivering the highest technical quality. Complex productions involving multiple sites, music recording and unique, one of a kind projects are routine for our highly skilled staff.

Music Recording
NPR's Washington, D.C., headquarters houses one of the largest recording studios on the East Coast. Its separate isolation booth and reflection free control room allow for the most pristine recordings. NPR's studios also have CD mastering capability. Our award winning sound engineers have backgrounds in jazz, classical, blues and pop recording. The facility is equipped with a SSL Console SL4048 (G+ Computer). For a complete profile on the studio and the engineers, please call our marketing department at 202.414.2482.

Audio Services
A wide range of audio production services from dubbing to voice track to mixing are available. At our Washington, D.C., location, we can restore virtually any previously recorded audio in our Sonic Solutions No-Noise( digital editing suites.

Technical Training
NPR offers one-on-one technical training to beginning broadcasters. Training is given by our technical directors who are experienced trainers. In just a few sessions, you will feel comfortable with the basic technical aspects of radio operations.

Radio programs and audio production have always represented the most cost-effective way to market your ideas or products. Our state-of-the-art facilities and highly skilled engineering team are key to your success. Whether you are a beginning or a seasoned broadcaster, we will make sure your audio production reaches the highest standard of excellence. NPR Audio Services: a cost efficient solution to your audio needs.

Contact us today at our Washington, D.C., headquarters at 202.414.2482 or 202.414.3033 (fax), or email our marketing associate at rgi@npr.org to learn how we can meet your specific audio needs. A separate rate package is available upon request.

Radio Gateway International;

NPR can provide remote Broadcast and "Modular Bureau" services for International Broadcasters. International Broadcasters wishing to maintain a Radio Production Capability in Washington, D.C., the news capital of the world, can do so the NPR's modular Bureau Service. Customized facilities for remote pickup and production of radio programs originating in North America can be fed back to the home continents of International Broadcasters. Contact NPR's Technical Services Marketing Associate at 202.414. 2482 for Radio Gateway International; packages.


Contact

NPR Headquarters
635 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20001-3753

Email: rgi@npr.org
Marketing Associate 202.414.2482
Technical Services Fax 202.414.3033


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