Troubadour 1700 is still a hobby effort, but commercial messages are permissible. Sponsors are welcome and valued.

Although the FCC has limited the power of Part 15 AM stations to a ridiculous 100 milliwatts (1/10th of a watt!), there are Part 15 stations in strategic locations that have secured local advertising accounts. Sponsors support such stations because unlike the full powered corporate chains, they offer dirt cheap, affordable rates. These sponsors also feel better knowing they are supporting a locally owned, programmed, and managed facility that exists as a labor of love, instead of just another tool to enrich some greedy casino capitalist.

We yearn for an FCC that is finally responsive and respectful of grass roots broadcasting. We URGE them to approve the proposals on their docket for some time to create a commercial low power AM radio service (with power levels of 10 to 100 watts), and to raise the power limit of unlicensed AM stations to 1 watt (as it is in many other countries). Such proposals would enable even a working poor person to own a small broadcast station that has the potential to become a prosperous part-time business. As a potential advertiser, you can help by patronizing Part 15 stations like us, and by telling your member of Congress that you support these proposed upgraded broadcast services.

Troubadour 1700's Standard Advertising Rate:
$10 per month for a 60 second ad run a minimum of five times per day. Suitable trade for services also possible. The Internet stream is included.

For a mere $100, you will receive the following:
1) A 60 second spot run a minimum of five times per day for an entire year on Troubadour 1700.
2) A banner ad with link (if applicable) displayed on our audio streaming page, also for an entire year.
3) All copy changes as needed.