DXMM-AM

Last updated
DXMM
City Jolo
Broadcast area Sulu
Frequency 927 kHz
BrandingDXMM 927
Programming
Language(s) Filipino, Tausug
Format News, Public Affairs, Talk, Religious Radio
Affiliations Catholic Media Network
Ownership
Owner Sulu-Tawi-Tawi Broadcasting Foundation
DXGD 549
History
Former frequencies
549 kHz
Call sign meaning
Mother Mary
Technical information
Licensing authority
NTC
Power 1,000 watts

DXMM (927 AM) is a radio station owned and operated by Sulu-Tawi-Tawi Broadcasting Foundation, the media arm of the Apostolic Vicariate of Jolo. The station's studio is located at Kasulutan Village, Brgy. Gandasuli, Jolo, Sulu in the Philippines. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

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