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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_toggle title=”When was nextKast Founded?”]Nextkast started in 2012 as an internet radio automation company but soon evolved as its customers, many decade long veterans of the FM\/AM radio market, moved to internet radio. This gave Nextkast a rich and experienced user base that could request features and help evolve the software to become a contender in the Radio Automation Market.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do I need an expensive Computer\/Server to run Nextkast?”]NextKast is written for optimal efficiency, avoiding the inclusion of bulky, unnecessary third party libraries that consume unneeded space and CPU resources. Consequently, Nextkast doesn\u2019t require an expensive supercomputer to deliver high performance.\u00a0 Most Modern Pc’s\/Servers with 2.3ghz or higher processor will run just fine.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can Nextkast Merge Logs from Natural Log or Marketron and others?”]Nextkast has a great flexibility in merging commercial logs from most popular traffic systems. The merging can occur on log creation or even manual for quick changes to advertising schedules.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do I need seperate Music scheduler and other modules to start?”]This is one of the things Nextkast OnAir has an advantage over many competitors. All functionality is included in one package, Asset Playout, Asset Scheduling, Processing, Triggers, Traffic Merging, Auto Importing, FTP Downloading,\u00a0 and more are all included. This makes Nextkast onAir a smart all in one solution.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I use external music scheduling software with Nextkast”]Yes, Nextkast can import playlist generated from most of the popular music scheduling software.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I REMOTE voicetrack on PC\/MacOS\/Web Browser?”]VoiceTracking (remote and in studio), configure via files sharing, TCP direct connection , email, or using our MobileVT Web Based system. Allows editing and updating of current on air hour, built in multi layer able audio FX buttons for background track,sound effects etc. Ability to configure an external audio editor to edit voicetracks directly from VT editor. Also allows for linein to be recorded with Voicetracks (call ins), local custom audio processing per VT user. \u00a0In addition each hours segue points can be customized by user. Semi-Live Remote Voicetracking, Voicetrack current hour seconds before airing. Works on Any OS with a Browser[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I Live Host Remotely? Multi Live Host?”]With our latest GoLive feature the host can do their breaks from anywhere they have an internet connection from a web browser. This feature will even work from some mobile devices. We were the First to release Multi Simultaneous live host with our GoLive System. Up to 3 live host can connect , hear each other, and do a radio show all remotely.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Does nextKast Have an AI radio Host Built in?”]NextAI Radio Host is a newly released feature in NextKast OnAir designed to help stations fill those hard-to-schedule hours with professional, engaging content. It acts as a virtual on-air host, creating smooth transitions and keeping the broadcast dynamic during off-peak times or unexpected gaps. While it\u2019s powered by advanced automation, NextAI Radio Host is not meant to replace human hosts\u2014it\u2019s a tool to complement their efforts, ensuring consistent, high-quality programming while preserving the station’s unique personality and creative vision.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How does Nextkast perform in Live Radio Environments?”]In working one on one with many live stations we have several cool features live presenters love. For example you can prerecord a voicetrack for current hour in our playout screen even including phone calls and editing of voicetrack with external editor. A second screen can also serve as the search screen for tracks to be inserted live. The Playout only screen is now configurable and has a great workflow for the live presenter and radio host.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can Nextkast run in a Multi network configuration (affiliates)”]Nextkast has the ability to use one main station and content provider for music and voicetracks and then allow each affiliate to broadcast local imaging and commercials as needed.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I use Multiple Soundcards”]Yes, Nextkast allows each player, sample buttons, in studio preview player, and Main Mix to be assigned to individual sound cards.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I switch to Satellite feeds \/ triggers”]Yes, Nextkast can receive triggers from SAT boxes and other devices to activate program commands as well as run external audio sources through the automation when required.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can NextKast output RDS to my transmitter”]Yes, Nextkast has a simple interface to set up what information gets sent to your transmitter to take advantage of RDS.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Does Nextkast work with affiliate services Like Local Radio Networks?”]Nextkast OnAir Version also integrates closely with syndicated content providers such as Local Radio Networks (https:\/\/localradionetworks.com\/<\/a>) and others.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can NextKast run in the Cloud on a Virtual Server?”]YES,\u00a0<\/small>Nextkast has the ability to run on a windows server ( for example windows server 2012 in the ‘Cloud’) This option will allow you to run your station from a server farm with more robust internet connection and backup power etc… Instruction are on page 48 of the user manual.<\/small>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How do I get Support.”]With the on Air version support is included for the first 30 days. On Call support and additional remote hosting and voice tracking feature is only $49 a month.[\/vc_toggle][vc_hoverbox primary_title=”” hover_title=”NextKast User Manual and Knowledge Base”]<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNextKast Launches \u201cStudioLink\u201dWeb-Based Interface Enhances All-In-One Integrated Platform for Radio Station Workflow\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t
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San Antonio, TX, January 14, 2026 — NextKast today announced StudioLink, a modern web-based interface designed to give radio stations the freedom to operate confidently, easily, and efficiently \u2014 whether in the studio, remotely, or with teams working from multiple locations at the same time.StudioLink…<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t

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60-Day Free, No-Obligation Onboarding Window San Antonio, TX \u2013 November 3, 2025 \u2013 NextKast has announced its next major innovation with the release of NextSync, an intelligent, playlist-aware synchronization engine that streamlines how radio groups share content across multiple markets while allowing customized local programming….<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t

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OverviewKHYI 95.3 The Range, an independent Texas\/Americana station in the Dallas\u2013Fort Worth market, needed an automation system that was affordable, reliable, and flexible enough to handle both daily operations and live event coverage. With limited resources compared to major-market stations, KHYI required a solution that…<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t

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Revolutionizes Radio Automation with Fully Integrated System, Modernized Easy-to-Use Interface, and Enhanced Reliability San Antonio, TX \u2013 March 7, 2025 \u2013 nextKast has announced significant, industry-leading advancements to its just-released Automation System, Version 7.0 with enhanced reliability and a modernized easy-to-use interface. nextKast 7.0 is…<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t

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This version number jump reflects the significant advancements in functionality, as previous version increments didn\u2019t fully capture the scale of enhancements\u2014particularly the introduction of NextAI Virtual Host and extensive visual refinements. New Overhauled the user interface for improved visual appeal and better workflow Imporved nextSync…<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t

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