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Title: Sound Systems for Bachman G Scale steam train sets
Post by: mardoc on November 08, 2017, 05:25:59 PM
  I am trying to get info on a sounds system that is simple ,yet has a good quality sound for G scale Bachman trains, one ( Barnum Baily Circus train) the other ( Bachman Mountaineer train) I would like to find one that can control two trains at once.  If it is too expensive I will settle for one train operation.  Dose any one have suggestions what brand , I want it to control speed and sounds out of one box .  
Title: Re: Sound Systems for Bachman G Scale steam train sets
Post by: Nathan on November 08, 2017, 09:13:59 PM
What do you consider 'too expensive'?

Nathan
Title: Re: Sound Systems for Bachman G Scale steam train sets
Post by: Joe Zullo on November 20, 2017, 04:01:55 PM
I use this system with my locos but with battery power, but it will work with powered track as well. I think it is a bargain and works very well.
http://www.reindeerpass.com/crest-electronics-revolution-model-train-controller.aspx (http://www.reindeerpass.com/crest-electronics-revolution-model-train-controller.aspx)
Title: Re: Sound Systems for Bachman G Scale steam train sets
Post by: Kevin Strong on November 20, 2017, 08:01:35 PM
I would echo Joe's recommendation for the Revolution system. The receivers come pre-loaded with sounds, and the transmitter will control up to 50 locos at one time. (Probably overkill for what you're doing.) But for $100 for each receiver, and that controls sounds, lights, and motor, you're not going to beat that. You can also buy a USB interface and program new steam sound sets onto the receivers. Check with your dealer; they may be able to do this for you as well. Otherwise, I believe each decoder comes with the same default sound, so both of your locos will sound the same.

Later,

K
Title: Re: Sound Systems for Bachman G Scale steam train sets
Post by: Loco Bill Canelos on November 20, 2017, 09:44:31 PM
I agree that the revolution is the way to go, simple to install, and with the new sounds hard to beat on price! Robby at RLD hobbies has a great discount price, and can answer all your technical questions, and may be able to preload optional sounds as well.  http://rldhobbies.com/crestelectronics-2.aspx.  Give him a call.

Loco Bill