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FM Antennas for Broadcasting AAREFF
Low VSWR, Up to 3 kW Handling, Broadband & Wideband, 5-year warranty, worldwide shipping
- ROBUST ALUMINIUM AND STAINLESS STEEL CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS
- LOW VSWR ACROSS THE FM BAND
- SIMPLE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
- BROADBAND OPTIONS AVAILABLE (87.5–108 MHz)
- HANDLES POWER LEVELS UP TO 3 kW
- MULTI-BAY OPTIONS
- INCLUDES SHIPPING
- 5-YEAR WARRANTY
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Built by Experts. Trusted Worldwide.
High-Efficiency FM Broadcast Antennas: Built for Extreme Conditions
For nearly three decades, Aareff Systems has been the trusted name in FM broadcast antenna design and manufacturing. Our engineering expertise ensures we deliver robust, high-efficiency FM antennas built for extreme conditions—from scorching heat to corrosive environments—guaranteeing stable, long-term performance for your tower installations.
Why do they choose AAREFF?
Three simple but very important things:
High-Quality Engineering
Our professional FM antennas are engineered for exceptionally Low VSWR and high efficiency. They outperform cheaper imported copies and consistently meet the standards of top global broadcast equipment brands.
Do You Have A Question?Factory-Direct Low Cost
Despite superior engineering, our FM antennas are affordable. We eliminate middlemen by providing factory-direct pricing and always include shipping, giving you maximum value for your broadcast equipment investment. Click on any of the antenna icons below to see the price including shipping.
Do You Have A Question?Unmatched Reliability & Warranty
We are confident in the durability of our equipment for extreme conditions. Very few broadcast equipment suppliers can match the 5-year warranty we offer, ensuring your FM radio station stays reliably on the air.
Do You Have A Question?FM Broadcast Antenna Selection Guide: Choose the Optimal Low VSWR FM Transmitter Antenna for Maximum Coverage and EIRP.
The Perfect Antenna for Your Station: How to Choose Without Mistakes
Selecting the right FM broadcast antenna is critical for maximizing signal reach and clarity. The antenna determines your overall FM coverage. This simple guide will help you choose the correct antenna type to perfectly match your FM transmitter and local environment.
Our professionally engineered FM Antennas are designed for superior performance and longevity, supporting your high-power broadcasting needs:
• Broadband Coverage: Includes Broadband and Wideband options (87.5–108 MHz) for flexible tuning.
• Superior Performance: Features Low VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) across the entire FM band for maximum power transfer.
• Robust Construction: Available in high-durability Aluminium and Stainless Steel options.
• High Power Handling: Capable of handling transmitter power levels up to 3 kW.
• Scalable Solutions: Offers Multi-Bay Options for increased gain and extended reach (EIRP).
• Simple Deployment: Engineered for simple assembly and installation.
• Industry-Leading Assurance: Backed by a comprehensive 5-Year Limited Warranty.
• Global Shipping: Worldwide Shipping included.
Step 1: Define Your Target Coverage Type (Single vs. Multi-Bay)
The type of coverage you need dictates the antenna design, signal gain, and required number of radiating elements (panels):
- Single dipole: Best low-power FM antenna for small projects, basic testing, or localized coverage within a few kilometers.
- Multi-Bay Array: Utilizes multiple antenna panels (2, 4, 8, etc.) to significantly increase signal gain and FM coverage.Ideal for Professional applications, regional/wide-area broadcasting, and maximizing EIRP.
- Omnidirectional Antennas: Distribute the signal uniformly in a full 360-degree pattern. This is ideal for coverage in large cities or areas requiring complete, round-the-clock coverage.
- Directional Antennas: Focus the broadcast signal toward a specific target audience or geographic area. This is crucial for maximizing signal strength in a desired area and minimizing interference in restricted or border zones.
- Tower Height: A higher tower directly correlates to greater achievable FM signal coverage and reach.
- Terrain: Mountainous or obstructed areas necessitate the use of higher gain or directional antennas to punch through obstacles and maintain signal strength.
- Climate & Durability: Our robust FM broadcast antennas feature high-grade aluminum and stainless steel construction. They are specifically engineered to withstand harsh tropical heat, high humidity, and coastal corrosion—ensuring exceptional durability and performance for decades.
Step 2: Determine Signal Directionality (Omnidirectional vs. Directional)
Your target audience's location and the surrounding environment will define your needed pattern:
Step 3: Analyze the Installation Environment and Climate
The installation location impacts the required antenna specifications for durability and signal maintenance:
Aareff FM antennas are the result of over 25 years of experience manufacturing reliable broadcast equipment. They are easy to install, exceptionally durable, and deliver proven, high-performance in over 100 countries worldwide.
FM Antennas for Transmitters: 0.1W to 2kW Solutions
We offer a professional range of high-efficiency FM antennas for every project scale—from compact, low-power solutions to robust systems capable of handling FM transmitters up to 2000 Watts (2 kW).
For more information about each model, simply click on the antenna name below:
Need the transmitter too? View our full range of FM Transmitters
All our FM antennas include a five-year limited warranty. If anything fails due to manufacturing error or under normal use, you can return the antenna to us for repair, or we will assist you in resolving the problem on site — your choice! Please note: the warranty does not cover damage caused by incorrect assembly, poor installation, or misuse. For full details, see our Warranty Terms small print.
All our FM antennas INCLUDE free shipping. We deliver antennas to almost every country in the world using FedEx or DHL. Just click on the antenna model you want below and the price will be shown for your country and currency. If you are comparing our prices to other vendors, remember that the prices of our FM antennas INCLUDE free shipping.
FM Broadcast Antenna Technical - Frequently Asked Questions
What impedance do Aareff antennas have?
All our FM antennas are designed for 50 ohms, ensuring compatibility with all professional FM transmitters on the market.
What is the antenna gain (dBi) for your single and multi-panel arrays?
- Single dipole: 2.1 dBi (0 dBd)
- 5/8 wave vertical: 4.7 or 4.8 dBi
- Multi-panel arrays: 4.8 – 11 dBi
This translates into greater coverage with the same transmission power.
What acceptable VSWR can I expect from FM broadcast antennas?
All our antennas are tuned to a VSWR of less than or equal to 1.5 across all operating frequencies, guaranteeing minimal loss and maximum power transfe
Can I tune the antenna to a specific frequency?
Yes, depending on the model:
- Broadband tunable antennas can be adjusted to any frequency within 87.5 – 108 MHz for best performance.
- Fixed broadband antennas require no calibration, as they operate across the full FM band with no additional adjustments.
What is the typical bandwidth of your FM antennas?
It depends on the type of antenna. We have broadband antennas that work across the entire FM band (87.5 – 108 MHz) with no adjustment required, as well as tunable models that allow performance optimization at a specific frequency within the band.
What maximum power can they handle?
Our antennas handle from 50W up to 3kW, depending on the model.
- Mag-mount up to 300 W
- Single dipoles 50–200 W
- Stacked dipoles: 400 W (2), 800 W (4), 1.6 kW (8)
- 5/8-wave up to 1–2 kW
- Broadband dipoles 0.8–3 kW
- Circulars up to 3 kW
For higher powers, multi-panel arrays with Aareff Wilkinson combiners are used.
Can multiple antenna panels be installed together for greater gain?
Yes. We manufacture multi-panel kits with combiners and splitters that allow 2, 4, or 8 antennas to be installed, providing higher gain, broader coverage, and improved radiation pattern control.
What materials do you use to withstand outdoor conditions?
We use aluminum, stainless steel, and UHMW PE. All components are designed to withstand rain, strong sun, salt, and extreme environments without losing efficiency.
What happens if the antenna gets wet or covered in salt?
Nothing. The antennas are designed to operate outdoors 24/7 for years, even in coastal areas. No additional sealing is required.
Can they be used with transmitters other than Aareff?
Yes, any professional 50-ohm transmitter will work perfectly. However, we recommend our transmitters because they have been designed and tested together with our antennas for maximum efficiency.
Do you provide support for installation and setup?
Yes. We supply a detailed assembly guide.
Do you ship FM transmitters and antennas internationally?
Yes. We ship worldwide using trusted couriers, with antennas carefully packaged to prevent damage in transit. Shipping times vary depending on the destination, but we regularly send equipment to Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, and Asia.
Need an FM Transmitter? Explore Our Selection of High-Compliance Broadcast Solutions
View our full range of FM Transmitters here.
Don't have the FM Transmitter yet? Achieve guaranteed performance and compliance by pairing our highly-efficient FM Antennas with a matching Aareff FM Transmitter.
We assure you that when an Aareff Transmitter and an Aareff Antenna are used together, the complete system will be perfectly optimized for maximum efficiency, Low VSWR, and absolute compliance with the highest international broadcasting standards and regulations.
Compliance
Our stereo versions with audio processing and limiting meet all the regulatory standards required out of the box and pre configured. In fact if you send us a copy of your permit and it's conditions, we'll set up your FM transmitter to the exact specification. Our FM transmitters comply with EU/CE harmonized standards and FCC technical requirements for FM broadcasting. More information HERE
Service Life
Our FM transmitters are guaranteed for 5 years, however the lifetime of of the product is considerably longer than this. It is normal to expect 10 years plus from our FM transmitters if they are serviced, cleaned and maintained in an environment of 30 degrees or less. We have clients that are still using our FM transmitters that were installed in the 1990s.
Operating Temperatures
All our FM transmitters are designed, tested and guaranteed to work with ease over the temperature range -20C to +40C, not only a few hours at these extreme limits, but months and years of continuous 24/7 operation. The FM transmitters on this page will stay powered permanently. It doesn't matter where you are, the Antarctic or the equator, our FM transmitters will keep going every day keeping your station on air.
AC Voltage Range
You can power our FM transmitters in the UK on square pin plugs, Europe on round pin plugs, USA on flat pin plugs or even Australia and NZ on slanted pin plugs. The voltage can be anything from 90 to 260 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz, our FM transmitters will work on any of them with total reliability. All our FM transmitters between 50 and 1000 watts can be be specially ordered to work on 48v DC for solar powered systems.
