SERIES 8: Digital Sound Introduction

Key Model World's latest series launches Friday March 8 2024 at 8pm as we delve into the world of digital sound for a new four-part video series. In this series we explore what sound has to offer as well as showcasing practical sound installation guides for Hornby, ZIMO and ESU sound chips in a range of steam and diesel locomotives. Sign up for a Premium Subscription to access the full four part series and all previous Key Model World exclusive video series.

SERIES 8: INTRODUCTION TO DIGTIAL SOUND

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DIGITAL SOUND MODELLING GUIDES

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Digital Voyager

Bachmann’s ‘OO’ gauge models of the Class 220 and 221 Voyager units pre-date the inclusion of decoder interfaces, but with the right parts they can be upgraded to digital sound and lighting. MIKE WILD shows how.

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PowerHaul Class 70 digital sound upgrades

The Freightliner and Colas Rail Freight operated Class 70 diesel locomotives are amongst the most advanced on the British network. MIKE WILD shows how a ZIMO decoder can be installed into the Bachmann ‘OO’ gauge model along with DCC Concepts and Rail Exclusive products for a full suite of sound.

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Back to ‘Schools’

Digital sound installations don’t have to be complex or mind boggling, as MIKE WILD shows by turning his attention to a Hornby ‘Schools’ 4-4-0 with a new sound profile from Locoman Sounds.

Read our full collection of digital sound installation guides with video demonstrations here