Rivendell

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Audio formats

The product supports PCM16, PCM24 and MPEG Layer 2 audio formats.rivendellaudio.com · read 12 Oct 2026

Audio hardware

Supported audio adapter options include ALSA, AudioScience HPI adapters and the JACK audio framework.opsguide.rivendellaudio.org · read 12 Oct 2026

Broadcast workflow

Its modules include audio library management, scheduled recording, on-air playout, log editing and automated log generation.opsguide.rivendellaudio.org · read 12 Oct 2026

Deployment

Rivendell can run as a self-contained workstation or in multi-station clusters with centralized servers, redundancy and hot-standby capabilities.opsguide.rivendellaudio.org · read 12 Oct 2026

Integrations

The system supports interfaces for audio routing switchers, satellite downlink receivers, mixing consoles, and commercial traffic and music scheduling systems.opsguide.rivendellaudio.org · read 12 Oct 2026

On-air controls

The maker describes large, touchscreen-friendly controls and support for up to three full automation logs on one computer.rivendellaudio.com · read 12 Oct 2026

Podcasting

RDCastManager is a module for managing podcast feeds and posting episodes.opsguide.rivendellaudio.org · read 12 Oct 2026

Purpose

Rivendell manages, schedules and plays out audio for professional radio broadcast environments.rivendellaudio.com · read 12 Oct 2026

Security

The Ubuntu appliance installation guide says Secure Boot should be disabled because some third-party drivers may otherwise fail to initialize.rivendellaudio.com · read 12 Oct 2026

Support

The maker lists an Operations and Administration Guide, a wiki, and a user mailing list for help and information.rivendellaudio.com · read 12 Oct 2026

Voice tracking

Rivendell includes full voicetracking and log customization.rivendellaudio.com · read 12 Oct 2026

Warranty

The guide states that Rivendell is provided under GPLv2 with no warranty, including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.opsguide.rivendellaudio.org · read 12 Oct 2026

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