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Platform Overview

xtra audio is a web-based radio automation platform for professional broadcasting. The platform handles media management, scheduling, live broadcasting, and audio production.

The application runs at app.xtra.audio in the browser. An optional desktop app provides the same features with native integration.

New to the platform? Start with Getting Started or follow the guided Onboarding.

Architecture

Hierarchy

The platform organizes content in a three-level structure:

  • Project - Top-level container for a radio operation
  • Station - Individual broadcast endpoint within a project
  • Media Library, Scheduling, Studio - Working areas within a station

A project can contain multiple stations. Each station operates independently with its own content, schedule, and stream configuration.

Main Areas

AreaPurpose
Media LibraryUpload, organize, and manage audio files
SchedulingDefine sequences, plan weekly schedules, generate rotations
StudioLive broadcasting with multi-player deck, mixer, and cartwall
Session EditorMulti-track audio editor for voice tracking and production
Team ManagementInvite members, assign roles and permissions
Station SettingsConfigure encoders, external sources, webhooks, processing

Media Library

The Media Library stores and organizes audio files. Files can be grouped into folders, tagged, and filtered by metadata. See Media Library.

Scheduling

Scheduling defines what plays and when. Build sequences, plan weekly schedules, and generate rotations for automated playout. See Scheduling.

Studio

The Studio is the live broadcasting interface. It includes a multi-player deck, a mixer, and a cartwall for instant playback. See Live Studio.

Session Editor

The Session Editor is a multi-track audio editor for voice tracking and production. Arrange clips across tracks on a timeline and export the result. See Session Editor.

Team Management

Team Management controls access to a project. Invite members, assign roles, and set permissions per station. See Team Management.

Station Settings

Station Settings configure broadcast output. Set up encoders, external sources, webhooks, and audio processing. See Station Settings.

User Interface

  • Project selector dropdown
  • Station list
  • Feature navigation (Media Library, Studio, Sessions, Scheduling, Settings)
  • User presence indicators

Main Content Area

  • Context-specific interface for each feature
  • Data tables with search and filtering
  • Slide panels and modals for detailed operations
  • User account menu
  • Notifications

URL Structure

The application is hosted at app.xtra.audio. URLs follow the pattern:

/project/[project-id]/station/[station-id]/[feature]

Example: /project/abc123/station/xyz789/studio

Support

For help, use live chat support inside the application. Support is available during the broadcasting day.

Next Steps