Pirate is an archaic term. I prefer micro-broadcaster.
Note, the information in this video is just that, information. I am not responsible for your actions or if you get fined by the FCC. Ramsey Electronics kits are NOT designed to break the law, so I suggest no modifications be made. If you’re just looking for something for your neighborhood, stick with Ramsey. Again, I am not responsible for your actions.
http://www.ramseyelectronics.com
I suggest the FM-25B Kit, as seen in this video. If you’re into AM, then I’d recommend the AM-25. I also own one of these and have been pleased with it. You must build it correctly for it to work.
You can also do a search on ebay for pre-built factory tested Ramsey kits.
To check for open frequencies in your area, use common sense, and the following link:
http://www.radio-locator.com
They have a tool that shows you unused frequencies usually someone with an in car mp3 transmitter will use. As long as your power is low, you can have a small radio station.
The radio station in this video (MiloFM) does NOT make it to 1 mile under normal conditions. It barely gets out of the antenna before fading out. I have done this intentionally to keep the station within legal limits.
The higher the antenna, the better the range for FM, pure and simple. In a flat area, like Nebraska, your station will travel farther. For AM, this does not matter. The more power you put out on AM, the farther it will go. Remember, there are limits to power. Do the research.
In summary, the main things you need to broadcast a radio station are:
A transmitter
An antenna designed for whichever band you choose
Audio source
Common sense.
Also… licensed radio stations have the rights, you do not. If you broadcast on their frequencies, they can, and will come and get you and chop your balls off (not kidding 
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If you still want more information, I found an excellent article here:
http://www.littleradio.com/entry/how_to_start_your_own_pirate_radio_station/
Here is the antenna I use:
http://www.fmdxantenna.com/proddetail.php?prod=14tun
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March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
Excellent movie, …
Excellent movie, best I’ve seen all year… Yes Free Movies . com has it on their site.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
FM35BWT is a great …
FM35BWT is a great unit, no problem two or three miles range!
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
Ramsey has a number …
Ramsey has a number of models. The FM-10 is the cheapest, but it also comes with a price, drifting frequency. I stuck with the FM-25B because it is a solid unit. Google can help you find cheaper ones.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
@Ubstudios i …
@Ubstudios i checked the price of the ramsey its seriously way to expensive, any ideas of a cheaper model of fm transmitter or are all about the same??
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
Radioshack does not …
Radioshack does not carry Ramseys. They carry antennas but they aren’t meant for FM broadcasting. I don’t have anything other than audio cable from Radioshack.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
@Ubstudios nice …
@Ubstudios nice setup no messy tape deck setups around im wanting to start a pirate station of my own do you know if radio shack carries the ramsey?? i know they got antennas
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
I’ve been told that …
I’ve been told that a lot. I have worked on air on real radio stations in the past, and hope to do it again.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
You have a radio DJ …
You have a radio DJ voice
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
…and yes, it …
…and yes, it turns. I either point it north or south as to null out the powerful stations in town.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
Never heard of it …
Never heard of it but if it works for your situation by all means go for it.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
I’m thinking of …
I’m thinking of using a PRC-25 squad radio manpack for pirate radio.
would that work?
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
It is my …
It is my Antennacraft FM-6, which is connected to the Sony radio you see in the video. It is used for receiving FM stations.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
What is the other …
What is the other yagi antenna for? What is it pointed at? does it turn?
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
isnt there a device …
isnt there a device that you could plug into your ipod or computer or something to transmit songs to a certain fm radio frequency that you could get at future shop or something?
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
I have a link for …
I have a link for the antenna that I use in the description. It is a tunable 1/4 wave FM broadcast antenna. I didn’t want the video to get too technical because I didn’t want to scare people away from this hobby. It is easier then it may seem to be.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
theres a lot of …
theres a lot of information and problems that you left out of the video. like anticipate the antenna strength and maybe need an amplifier i followed your instructions to a t. and now am amplifying my signal. Any reccomendations on a good antenna?
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
ok thx
ok thx
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
Great Video! I’m a …
Great Video! I’m a 19 year old Radio Broadcasting student here in Dublin Ireland and I will be setting up my own pirate station within the next two weeks cannot wait!
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
If your power is …
If your power is low enough, I don’t see why not. Don’t do it excessively, and do it after midnight and you should be okay.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
can u swear on the …
can u swear on the air?
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
very nice thanks im …
very nice thanks im still wanting to do the pirate radio thing what does a ramsey go for roughly??
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
Sweepers usually. …
Sweepers usually. Branding or slogan could also be appropriate.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
do you know what …
do you know what those are called what other radio stations play between their songs? for example my local station is like. you listening to K98.
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
what are the …
what are the differences between transmitters and are there different types or can i just walk into a retail store and ask for a transmitter?
March 14th, 2010 at 3:01 am
That is why it is …
That is why it is a good Idea to find a dead channel – that way it is not being tuned to by someone – if you use a “dead channel / frequency- it is next to impossible for a complaint – which must be followed up by FCC they must come out with a mobile scanner and “find” you – before you are identified – do not use your real name or location when talking on the air- but be careful do not use any “coded messages” that is illeagal -