988 FM, Malaysian radio station
988 FM is a radio station in Malaysia that primarily serves Chinese-speaking listeners and broadcasts current hits and top 40 songs. Operated by Star RFM Sdn Bhd, the station is available across Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore on multiple frequencies in cities including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Ipoh, and Johor Bahru.
The station was founded in 1949 as Malaysia's first commercial cable radio station and underwent several name changes before becoming 988 FM in 1997. Since 1997, it has broadcast exclusively in Chinese languages, replacing the space previously held by government stations for Chinese-speaking audiences.
988 FM serves Chinese-speaking listeners in Malaysia and Singapore, playing a mix of Mandarin, Cantonese, and other Chinese dialects like Hakka and Hokkien. The station has become part of daily life for many listeners in urban and suburban areas, connecting local Chinese communities through its music and content.
You can receive 988 FM on different frequencies depending on which city you are in, making it easier to find a clear signal. The station also streams live on YouTube since 2023 and is accessible through unifi TV and its website at 988.com.my.
The station has partnerships with radio stations from other regions, notably including collaborations with broadcasters from Hong Kong that bring special drama series and interviews to the audience. This sets it apart by offering entertainment content beyond just playing music.
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