New sound projects for the Gresley ‘W1’ 4-6-4 are available from Locoman Sound s to suit both the original high pressure and later rebuilt versions of this unique steam engine. MIKE WILD shows how to install Doehler & Haass decoders into Hornby’s ‘OO’ models with exclusive KeyModelWorld sound demonstration video.
Above: With Locoman Sounds’ new audio project installed the Hornby ‘W1’ comes to life. This is the rebuilt model finished as 60700 with BR early crests on the tender.
HORNBY'S MODELS of the unique Gresley ‘W1’ 4-6-4 have been around since the beginning of this year, and not surprisingly sound decoders for these impressive locomotives are now available from Locoman Sounds with a choice of the original ‘Hush Hush’ high pressure compound locomotive and the conventional three-cylinder rebuilt engine.
Both sound profiles are available on the Doehler & Haass decoder platform – which is distributed in the UK by Locoman Sounds – while there is also the option to purchase an ESU LokSound 5 decoder from Locoman for the rebuilt locomotive.
The Doehler & Haass (D&H) decoder family is made in Germany and offers a more affordable price point for digital sound – around £15 cheaper than the equivalent ESU chip. The goo…
