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It is recommended to select MP3 (LAME_ENC), because this allows for the easiest constant bit rate (CBR) streaming, which causes the fewest issues when broadcasting.Ĭlick 'OK' at the bottom to continue to encoder details. In the Encoders window that pops up, click the plus sign button on the toolbar to add a new encoder. It is compatible with AzuraCast by using the MP3 encoder and the 'IceCast 2' server connection settings.įrom the main SAM Cast window, click 'Encoders' at the bottom left. SAM Cast is commercial software sold by Spacial. Since ShoutCast v1 does not let you specify a username, specify your password as dj_username:dj_password (the username and password for the DJ separated by a colon). Use the given port specified in the 'ShoutCast v1 Clients' section. 'Address' is 'Server' and 'Icecast mountpoint' is 'Mount Name'. Use the exact information specified on the Streamer/DJ page's right sidebar. Streaming via both IceCast mode and ShoutCast mode are available.

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Out of the box, Mixxx does not include the LAME MP3 encoder (for licensing reasons), but it is not needed when connecting to AzuraCast just set your broadcast format to 'Ogg Vorbis' and LiquidSoap will transcode the broadcast into the correct output format.Ĭross-platform and available for free at. It is recommended to use 'Icecast 2' mode when broadcasting to AzuraCast. Live broadcasting settings can be found in the preferences menu ( Options -> Preferences). Mixxx is free and open-source DJ software that also supports live broadcasting via IceCast and ShoutCast servers. You should instruct your streamers to use the direct IP address of your server instead.

If you are using a reverse proxy service (like CloudFlare) in front of your installation, be aware that these services often prevent direct connections to the ports that broadcasters connect to.