Live on DAB+ Block 8B

Rock Radio Inverclyde

ROCK.SCOT is live now on DAB+ across Inverclyde — Greenock, Gourock, Port Glasgow, Paisley, Renfrew, Helensburgh, Dunoon and beyond. Scotland's only 24/7 dedicated rock station, broadcasting on Coast DAB Block 8B.

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The Multiplex

DAB Block
8B
Coast DAB multiplex
Reach
230,000+
Adults in coverage area
Transmitters
3 Sites
Greenock + Clydebank + Bonhill
Status
🔴 LIVE
24/7 broadcast

How to Tune In

Got a DAB+ radio? You can pick up ROCK.SCOT right now. Most modern car radios, home hi-fis and kitchen radios from the last few years are DAB+ ready.

  1. Press AUTOTUNE or SCANMost DAB radios have an "Autotune" or "Scan" button. Press it to find all available stations in your area.
  2. Wait for the scan to completeThis usually takes 30 seconds to 2 minutes. The radio will find every station broadcasting on the Coast DAB Block 8B multiplex.
  3. Look for ROCK.SCOT in the station listBrowse the alphabetical station list. We'll show as "ROCK.SCOT" or "RKS".
  4. Save us as a favouriteHold down a preset button to save ROCK.SCOT for instant access.

Can't find it?

If autotune doesn't pick us up, you may be at the edge of the coverage area. Try moving the aerial or check our full coverage map for signal strength in your postcode. You can also stream us online.

Towns We Cover

Block 8B covers a wide swathe of west-central Scotland from Loch Lomond down to the Firth of Clyde.

Greenock
Gourock
Port Glasgow
Paisley
Renfrew
Helensburgh
Dunoon
Clydebank
Bearsden
Milngavie
Johnstone
Alexandria
Balloch
Inverkip
Wemyss Bay
Rhu
Garelochhead
Cardross

Common Questions

What's on the Coast DAB Block 8B multiplex?
Block 8B carries multiple stations including ROCK.SCOT. The multiplex is operated by Coast DAB and serves the Inverclyde and west-central Scotland area.
Do I need a special DAB+ radio?
Yes — ROCK.SCOT broadcasts in DAB+ (not the older DAB standard). Most radios sold in the UK from around 2016 onwards are DAB+ compatible. Check your radio's manual or look for the DAB+ logo.
Can I listen in my car?
Yes, if your car has a DAB+ radio. Most new cars (and many from 2016+) have one as standard. If your car only has FM, you can stream us via Bluetooth/AUX from your phone at rock.scot/stream-player.html.
Is the signal reliable in Greenock and Gourock?
Yes — we have a transmitter right here in Greenock providing strong, dedicated local coverage across the Greenock/Gourock/Port Glasgow corridor. Inverclyde is one of our flagship live areas with the strongest signal in our footprint.
I live in Helensburgh — will I get signal?
Helensburgh is covered by both the Bonhill (Alexandria) transmitter and our Greenock site across the Clyde. Signal should be good in most of the town. Properties shielded by hills may see weaker reception — try online streaming as backup.
What if I'm in Dunoon?
Dunoon receives signal across the Firth from our Greenock transmitter. Coverage is strong along the seafront and central Dunoon. Heading inland or south to Toward, you may experience drop-out — switch to streaming.

Listen Now

No DAB+ radio? Stream ROCK.SCOT live in your browser, on your phone, or on any smart speaker.

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Or say "Alexa, play RKS" on any Amazon device.

For Businesses

ROCK.SCOT reaches an engaged, loyal rock music audience across Inverclyde. From the Greenock waterfront to Helensburgh, our listeners are local, dedicated, and tuned in. Find out how affordable DAB+ advertising can be.

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