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5MBS 99.9 FM at a glance
5MBS 99.9 FM frequencies
Where to find 5MBS 99.9 FM on FM and AM, from the ACMA transmitter register. Find what reaches your postcode →
Transmitter data: Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) broadcast transmitter register.
About 5MBS 99.9 FM
5MBS is Adelaide's community station for fine music. It broadcasts on 99.9 FM under the call sign 5MBS, on a community licence for the Adelaide foothills area, and its signal reaches much of Adelaide. On this page you can listen to 5MBS live online, free and without an app.
Fine music
5MBS plays classical music of every period, from baroque and classical to romantic and contemporary works, along with jazz and blues. Its programmes are presented by volunteers who share their knowledge and love of the music.
Local musicians
5MBS supports South Australian musicians, composers and ensembles, featuring local performances and concerts and giving young musicians a chance to be heard.
The MBS stations
The "MBS" stands for Music Broadcasting Society. Fine music stations with the same roots exist in other cities, including 2MBS Fine Music Sydney, the first community station in Australia, and 3MBS Fine Music Melbourne. You will find them on this site.
Volunteers
5MBS is run largely by volunteers and supported by its subscribers and sponsors.
Community radio
Australia has one of the world's largest community radio sectors, with hundreds of not-for-profit stations run largely by volunteers and supported by their listeners, sponsors and grants. They give airtime to local voices, local music and local information that commercial radio rarely reaches, and they are often the only station made in their own suburb or town.
Other classical stations
On this site you will also find ABC Classic and ABC Classic 2, as well as Adelaide's other community stations, such as Radio Adelaide and Three D Radio.
Listen anywhere
The online stream works on any phone, tablet or computer, wherever you are, and it is a calm choice for working, studying or relaxing.
How to listen
Press play at the top of the page to start the live stream. In Adelaide you can also tune in on 99.9 FM. There is no app to install and no account to create, and the player keeps going while you browse other stations. Adelaide's festival season, with its concerts and recitals, is a good time to follow the station's coverage of local music.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to 5MBS 99.9 FM live
In 3 simple steps, with nothing to install.
- 01Press play
Click the "Listen live" button at the top of this page.
- 02Wait a moment
The live stream starts loading within a few seconds.
- 03Enjoy
5MBS 99.9 FM plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
Classical
Classical radio brings orchestral, choral and chamber music to your day, from the great composers to modern film scores.
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Life FMTalkFrequently asked questions
5MBS broadcasts on 99.9 FM in Adelaide (call sign 5MBS). You can also listen online on this page.
Classical music, jazz and blues.
Music Broadcasting Society.
Yes. It is run largely by volunteers.
Yes. You can listen to 5MBS 99.9 FM live for free here on AU Radios, 24 hours a day.
Yes. 5MBS 99.9 FM plays in your phone’s browser on Android or iPhone — there is no app to install. Just open this page and press play.
Yes. Connect your phone to the car stereo by Bluetooth or cable, open 5MBS 99.9 FM here on AU Radios and enjoy the live stream on the road.
If the stream does not load, wait a few seconds and press play again — some streams take a moment to connect. You can also refresh the page or try another Classical, Classic Hits, Jazz, World Music, Blues station meanwhile. AU Radios checks every stream automatically.