Second National Multiplex DAB+ Germany
16 stations
Station list
Which radio stations are broadcast on the second national multiplex?
Second National Multiplex DAB+ Germany is a collection of 16 radio stations from Germany. As of 06.11.2026. Often played on these stations: David Bowie (5 stations), Madonna (5 stations), Bon Jovi (5 stations).
About Second National Multiplex DAB+ Germany
16 private radio programmes run on the second Bundesmux and can be received across Germany via DAB+: 80s80s, 90s90s, Absolut Bella, Absolut Oldie Classics, Absolut Germany, Absolut Hot, Absolut Top 2000er, AIDAradio, Ballermann Radio, Beats Radio, Brillux Radio, Nostalgie, 80er 90er Oldie Antenne, RTL Radio, Rock Antenne and TOGGO Radio. The collection brings all these programmes together in one place and directly as livestreams.
The multiplex is operated by Antenne Deutschland. It went on air on 5 October 2020 and broadcasts its programmes mainly on channel 5D, and depending on the region also on 8C, 9B or 12D. Each programme is transmitted at 72 kbit/s. Unlike the first national multiplex, which among other things carries the programmes of Deutschlandradio, the second national multiplex features only private broadcasters.
Selected stations at a glance
- Rock Antenne plays rock around the clock, from classics to current hits.
- RTL Radio focuses on well-known pop hits and is one of the major private brands on the multiplex.
- 80s80s and 90s90s each focus on the music of one decade.
- Absolut is represented with five programmes, from current hits on Absolut Hot to older titles on Absolut Oldie Classics.
- TOGGO Radio targets children with music and shows.
The line-up of the multiplex changes occasionally: when a programme is replaced, the collection is adjusted. The details reflect the status as of 06.11.2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the second national multiplex?
A multiplex (mux for short) bundles several radio programmes digitally on a shared DAB+ channel. The second Bundesmux is operated by Antenne Deutschland, went on air on 5 October 2020 and broadcasts 16 private programmes nationwide.
On which channel can I receive the second national multiplex?
Mainly on channel 5D, depending on the region also on 8C, 9B or 12D. If stations are missing, a new station scan on your DAB+ radio helps, as the transmitter network is continually being expanded.
How does it differ from the first national multiplex?
The first Bundesmux has been broadcasting on channel 5C since 2011, is operated by Media Broadcast and carries, among others, the programmes of Deutschlandradio. The second Bundesmux carries only private programmes.
Can I also listen to the stations without a DAB+ radio?
Yes. All programmes on SoundNode are also available as a livestream in the browser, in the app, in the car via Android Auto, and on Sonos.