SDRplays

SDRplay is a UK-based company that designs and manufactures Software Defined Radio (SDR) devices, which are used for a variety of applications including amateur radio, ham radio, and software radio development. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Oxford, England.

SDRplay's products include the SDR Sphere, a compact, spherical SDR antenna designed for receiving and transmitting radio signals, and the SDRplay family of SDR devices, which are software defined radios that can be used for a wide range of radio applications. These devices are based on the Direct Software Sampling (DSS) technology, which allows for direct digital sampling of the radio frequency signal, eliminating the need for an analog-to-digital converter (ADC).

SDRplay's devices and antennae are designed to be compatible with a variety of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, and can be controlled using a variety of software applications. They have a user-friendly interface and a wide range of features, including signal strength measurement, spectrum analysis, and demodulation of various radio signals.

SDRplay has gained a reputation for producing high-quality, reliable, and affordable SDR devices and antennae, making them a popular choice among amateur radio operators, researchers, and software developers. The company actively participates in online forums and communities, providing support and contributing to the development of free and open-source software for SDR devices.

SDRplay's products have been used in a variety of applications, including amateur radio contests, research projects, and educational programs. The company continues to innovate and expand its product lineup, offering new and improved solutions for the SDR community.