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XFB is an open-source radio automation suite developed by Netpack - Online Solutions, designed to serve the needs of broadcasters ranging from community and internet radio stations to professional streaming operations. The software, currently at version 4.0 with a total of eight versions released to date, falls into the radio broadcast automation and audio production category. Its core purpose is to manage and streamline the complete broadcast workflow, combining scheduled playlists, jingles, and advertising rotation with live performance and streaming tools in a single package. For automated programming, XFB handles playlist scheduling and ensures consistent rotation of station identifiers and commercial content, while its playlist waveform views allow operators to prepare crossfades visually and apply volume automation for smooth, polished transitions between tracks. For live presentation, the suite includes DJ decks equipped with scratchable jog wheels, enabling on-air talent to perform in real time, and a live audio FX engine that provides a 10-band equalizer, a compressor, and a 432 Hz retune option for stations or shows that prefer alternative tuning. Distribution is covered by an integrated Icecast and Shoutcast streaming client, allowing broadcasters to send their output directly to streaming servers without relying on separate encoding tools. A distinguishing characteristic of XFB is its comprehensive accessibility support, which includes screen-reader integration and full keyboard navigation, making it a practical choice for blind and visually impaired DJs and station operators who require non-visual control of every function. Because it is open-source, the software can be inspected, adapted, and extended by stations and developers to fit particular broadcast environments. Overall, XFB positions itself as a complete solution for scheduling, live mixing, audio processing, and online streaming within one accessible broadcast automation platform.
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