Features

FEATURE

All‑In‑One Suite

Automation, Music Scheduling, Traffic & Billing, Remote/GoLive, Streaming/RDS, nextAI, and nextSync — integrated in one system.

Benefits at a Glance

Fewer Moving Parts

 

One system to install, learn, and maintain. Lower failure points than multi‑vendor stacks.

Lower Total Cost Of OwnerShip

 

No nickel‑and‑diming for core modules. Everything you need is included.

Built for Speed

 

Lean, efficient architecture with minimal CPU/memory footprint.

How It Works

Playout + Manager/Server deliver a streamlined workflow: schedule music, merge traffic, encode streams, and manage sync — without leaving the app.

  • Two‑app simplicity (Playout & Manager/Server)
  • Tight integration across modules and features
  • Consistent UX and unified support model
FEATURE

Professional Music Scheduling

Rotations, clocks, rules, Audience Pleaser, and NextBalance smoothing — all built-in for professional scheduling without the need for external tools. Create dynamic playlists, balance categories with precision, and maintain consistent station flow while avoiding repeat fatigue. With Audience Pleaser adapting to listener response and NextBalance smoothing ensuring even play counts across categories, your station always sounds fresh, consistent, and uniquely programmed.

Benefits at a Glance

Rotations & Clocks

 

Shape your station’s sound with precision—schedule by hour or daypart for total control.

Audience Pleaser

 

Dynamic song balancing that prevents burnout and keeps your sound fresh.

Repick Category

 

Automatic smart fillers at the top of the hour for seamless transitions.

Compared to External Schedulers

NextKast integrates scheduling right into automation — fewer tools, faster workflows, total control.

FEATURE

Remote Voice Tracking & GoLive

Voice track from anywhere with MobileVT and go live remotely with GoLive — resilient by design.

Benefits at a Glance

MobileVT

 

Permission Based library Management and record VT off‑site.

GoLive

 

First in industry multi Party goLive system Built In. Multiple remote Live host simultaneously.

Remotely Add Assets

 

Upload the latest track to air all from the MobileVT web interface based on permissions.

Setup

  • Secure remote access for all aspects
  • Role‑based host profiles
  • Simple latency‑minded configuration
  • Multi Party Mix Minus GoLive
FEATURE

nextSync (Sync & Backup)

Distribute assets to multiple clients in seconds. Choose which categories to share, keep local flavor.

Network Use Cases

Regional Groups

 

Push new music and imaging across affiliates fast.

Selective Sync

 

Share only the categories each station needs.

Resilience

 

Keep mirrors current for rapid recovery.

Architecture

  • Central hub → multi‑client topology
  • Category‑level control
  • Near‑real‑time updates
FEATURE

nextAI Virtual Host

Keep your station sounding live with natural AI intros/outros and smart energy matching.

What It Does

Always On

 

Overnights, holidays, emergencies — your virtual host has you covered.

Personal Touch

 

Shoutouts and segues that match your format.

VT Friendly

 

Works alongside traditional voice tracking.

Configuration

  • Voice profiles and pacing
  • Format‑aware scripting
  • Safe defaults, easy overrides
  • Voice Cloning
FEATURE

nextTraffic & Billing

Integrated traffic logs, ad scheduling, reconciliation, and invoicing inside NextKast.

Capabilities

Merge Logs

 

Bring traffic into the playout flow without templates.

Billing

 

Generate invoices and track payments.

Reports

 

Reconciliation and proof‑of‑performance.

Workflow

  • Web based Customer and Order Entry
  • Create orders → schedule → play → reconcile / invoice
  • Integrates with rotations and playlists
  • or Merge with all common Traffic Systems, Natural log, Marketron, Admaster, and others
FEATURE

Automation, Triggers & Game Scheduler

Precision control for every scenario — from satellite joins and macros to live sports cut-ins and TOH changes — all fully integrated.

Use Cases

Network & Sports Joins

 

Fire satellite triggers, merge at exact times, and manage live game start/stop windows with seamless rejoin to automation.

Macro Sequences

 

Automate imaging, sweepers, break starts, and complex sequences with flexible macro control.

Split Commercials

 

Online and Over the Air Commercials Automatically routed

Under the Hood

  • Built-in Game Scheduler with override logic
  • Supports all Major AOIP Trigger protocols
  • Support Broadcast Tools Switchers
  • Built in Game Scheduler with Auto Failsafe
  • Split Online and Over The Air Commercials
FEATURE

Streaming & RDS

Built‑in encoders for Shoutcast/Icecast/Live365, with metadata out to TuneIn and RDS.

Encoders & Metadata

Integrated Encoders

 

No third‑party add‑ons required.

RDS / TuneIn

 

Push now‑playing data reliably.

Dual Output

 

Broadcast soundcard + stream simultaneously.

Setup & Tips

  • Select encoder type & bitrate
  • Enable auto‑reconnect
  • Enter SID/Source auth where required
FEATURE

Audio Processing

AGC, compression, EQ, and volume leveling built‑in for broadcast‑quality sound without extra boxes.

Benefits

Consistent Loudness

 

AGC smooths levels across your library and live sources.

Pro Sound

 

Multi‑stage compression and EQ for clarity on air and online.

Cost Savings

 

Skip external processors — fewer devices to buy and maintain.

Recommended Setups

  • Preset banks for stream vs transmitter chains
  • Broadcast soundcard routing for studio monitoring
  • Tune quickly, then set‑and‑forget
  • Can be turned off for External processing