The only annoying downside of the Tsunami decoders is the inability to synchronize the throttle RPMs with actual movement even after programming momentum. Not so bad on road or passenger units making long distance runs, but for local switching manuveurs it's quite noticeable.
I listened to the entire video this time. Must say that I'm very impressed as to how accurate the prime mover sounds. No mistaking that music for a GE. Even the varying throttle changes sound impressive. IMHO, better than the QSI samples I've heard so far.
It's mostly a matter of personal taste. If you're just looking for some train noise at the front end, one or two units with sound will get you by.
I for one prefer all my locos to emit sounds, as the multiple prime movers and random equipment noises from several distinct sources makes for a great realistic ruckus effect.
The only annoying downside of the Tsunami decoders is the inability to synchronize the throttle RPMs with actual movement even after programming momentum. Not so bad on road or passenger units making long distance runs, but for local switching manuveurs it's quite noticeable.
ACLTony 1 year ago
Sounds great! And in a D&H lightning stripe makes it s sound so much sweeter!
albertmooney 1 year ago
I watched all 10 mintutes. When it was finished, I said "shit."
xxxIronHeadxxx 1 year ago
I love the sound of that Tsunami decoder!
Sounds great!
montyvox0510 2 years ago
How much are those Tsunami decoders?
CarNutandTrainNut2 2 years ago
This is the best GE sound Ive heard on a model locomotive.
formidable38 2 years ago
I listened to the entire video this time. Must say that I'm very impressed as to how accurate the prime mover sounds. No mistaking that music for a GE. Even the varying throttle changes sound impressive. IMHO, better than the QSI samples I've heard so far.
ACLTony 2 years ago 2
do all the units have a decoder? thats whta ive never figured out about DCC sound is sould you have all units with sound?
Saugertiesrailfan 2 years ago
Only the lead unit has a sound decoder. You really only need 1 or 2 units in a consist to have sound.
navarch1 2 years ago
It's mostly a matter of personal taste. If you're just looking for some train noise at the front end, one or two units with sound will get you by.
I for one prefer all my locos to emit sounds, as the multiple prime movers and random equipment noises from several distinct sources makes for a great realistic ruckus effect.
pennsyr1 2 years ago 3
I must have one for my B40-8W!
BNSF5608 2 years ago
Wow! I railfanned as a teen back in the 70s and remember that "Chug-chug" sound coming from the exhaust stacks of many a GE U-Boat. Very nice!
ACLTony 3 years ago
Very nice! What speaker arrangement did you use?
RailfanAlex 3 years ago
That unit has a small oval high bass speaker in its' own supplied enclosure.
navarch1 2 years ago
Thanks.
RailfanAlex 2 years ago
Wow! It's amazing how far H.O. scale has come, those sounds are great! I saw a F59PH w/tsunami set-up at the hobbyshop, it also sounded good.
Denniss7420 3 years ago