Sound Systems
Sound systems for your model. Add realistic engine sounds and Auxiliary sounds like horn, bell etc to an otherwise 'silent' model for a prototypical experience. Systems are available to suit DC systems, AC systems, DCC systems, and with Diesel, electric or steam sounds. Designed originally for the garden railway ('G' and 'O' gauge) models, they are equally applicable to ride-on size models of any scale, and being a small physical size are easily fitted and 'hidden'.
Sounds are all real sounds recorded from real locomotives and stored digitally in the sound system, and reproduced giving realistic sounds. Steam versions available for different locomotive sizes and types, and with various air compressor and whistle sound combinations. Diesel versions have motor sound with 'notches', horn, bell, brake release etc. Electric traction sound version available too. There are various versions available to suit a particular prototype or manufacturer with their various engine sounds, and a variety of different horn types, giving a wide range to suit just about every taste. Just select the model number to suit desired loco type/engine sound and horn/whistle type.
For 'G' and 'O' gauge applications, operation is from the track power, with battery support if required. Interfacing to radio control systems is available.
For ride-on applications, operation is from 6V to 24V DC supply, ideal for battery powered models. Current consumption is small - insignificant compared to the traction motors! On-board output power is approx 1W into an 8 ohm speaker, and is sufficient for small locomotives. However, if more power is required, an Auxiliary audio amplifier is available for higher output power. It is recommended that the largest speaker possible in the space available, or multiple speakers, be used to give the best possible results with loudest output and best fidelity.
Other application options include turning off the main engine sound and just using the horn or bell sounds.
Versions also available for steam sounds, although predominantly intended for the garden railway sized locomotives, can be used on a live steam loco to provide a realistic multi-chime whistle or compressor sounds only with the main 'choof-choof' sound disabled.
Sound Systems |
| Sound systems for conventional DC operators, DCC operators, ride-on and stationary use. |
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| Part No.: |
DAL-DCv3 |
| Sound System |
| Price: |
$180.00 each |
| Delivery: |
4-6 weeks |
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Features and Specifications
Range of Diesel Engine/loco type & horn types available
Range of Steam Engine/loco type & whistle types available
Range of Electric loco/type/horn & other types available
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Diesel - Select Engine & Horn type:-
| Engine/Mfr |
Horn |
| ALCO Switcher |
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| ALCO Road Engine |
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| Baldwin Prime Mover |
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| EMD Prime Mover |
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| EMD Class 66 |
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| GE Prime Mover |
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| GE 44-ton |
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| Fairbanks Morse |
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Steam - Select Compressor & Engine type:-
| Compound Air pump [#1] |
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| Compound Air pump [#2] |
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| Single Air pump [#1] |
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| NO Air pump |
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Electric - Select Locomotive type:-
Miscellaneous - Select type:-
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| Sound systems as above, except includes automated prototypical whistle/horn play patterns [usually triggered by magnetic trip reed switches] |
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| Part No.: |
DAL-DCv3-Auto |
| Sound System - Auto-play |
| Price: |
$195.00 each |
| Delivery: |
4-6 weeks |
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Diesel - Select Engine & Horn type:-
| ALCO Switcher |
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| ALCO Road Engine |
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| EMD Prime Mover |
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| EMD Class 66 |
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| GE Prime Mover |
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| GE 44-ton |
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| Fairbanks Morse |
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Steam - Select Engine & Whistle type:-
Electric - Select Engine & Horn type:-
Miscellaneous - Select type:-
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| Sound systems for AC operators. Similar to DCv3 above except includes AC power supply board. |
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| Part No.: |
DAL-DCv3-AC |
| AC Sound System |
| Price: |
$210.00 each |
| Delivery: |
4-6 weeks |
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Diesel - Select Engine & Horn type:-
| ALCO Switcher |
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| ALCO Road Engine |
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| Baldwin Prime Mover |
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| EMD Prime Mover |
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| GE Prime Mover |
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| GE 44-ton |
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| Fairbanks Morse |
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Steam - Select Engine & Whistle type:-
Electric - Select Engine & Horn type:-
Miscellaneous - Select type:-
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Auxiliary Amplifiers |
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| Part No.: |
DAL-671 |
| 11W Auxiliary Audio Amplifier |
| Price: |
$65.00 each |
| Delivery: |
4-6 weeks |
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Small size board 41mm x 36mm x 17mm(H) |
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| Part No.: |
DAL-672 |
| 22W Auxiliary Audio Amplifier |
| Price: |
$80.00 each |
| Delivery: |
4-6 weeks |
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Small size board 41mm x 36mm x 34mm(H) |
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Details of typical connections for ride-on locomotives can be found in this Ride-on Application Note. A general Application Note covering various installation situations for diesel, electric and steam available here. [PDF]
All sound modules are designed to operate into a speaker of 8Ω (8 ohms) impedance. Operation into other impedance loads may cause damage. For speakers of other impedances, or connections for multiple speakers, click here for details.
All prices in A$, and include GST, shipping to an Australian or NZ address.
These items are imported and include freight & shipping to Australia, and an allowance for small exchange rate variations. Every effort will be made to keep prices stable, however due to currency exchange variations, the price (in A$) may change without notice.
Products ordered from this page are manufactured by 
in the USA 
, and SMEX is an authorised reseller.
The full range of Dallee products in their complete catalog is available on request. Suitable for conventional or DCC control for 'O' and 'G' gauge garden railway rolling stock, even 'HO' gauge. Enquiries welcome. Products include: Level crossing flashers, speed controllers (G gauge), turntable indexers, regulated LED lighting, track detection modules, etc.
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