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QUOTE: Originally posted by ymichael OK OK OK...my eagerness got the best of me. I'm thinking about current diesels (ex:EMDs). And really, it's just the engines only that I'm concerned about. All accessories, track, etc, I'll probably pick up most anywhere. I just want good quality engines. Of course the cars are important too. Thanks for any help!
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Stumbled across this posts from 2004 and wondered what peoples views were 3 years later. A year ago I decided to get back into trains but decided to go O instead of HO but I am not happy with the layout in my 10x12 room, so I am thinking of switching to HO. What are people views on the best manufacturers of locos and track these days? I would like DCC with Sound and like both Steam and Diesels...
Regards,Derek
DSL-trains wrote:Stumbled across this posts from 2004 and wondered what peoples views were 3 years later. ... What are people views on the best manufacturers of locos and track these days? I would like DCC with Sound and like both Steam and Diesels.
For Sound & DCC I don't think you can go wrong with:Trix - have LocSound Atlas - have QSI soundBLI - have QSI sound (I got an F unit with a Nathan horn but the sound in it is Wabco).PCM - have LocSound (but watch out for the paint schemes)Proto2000 - have QSI soundBachmann Spectrum Steamers - have Soundtraxx sound.
Something better than Bachmann? - That's easy.
To date, only their 'Spectrum' Steam has distinguished it'self.
Opinions can vary, but 'reputations' are indellible. They are difficult to erase.
Sorry Bachmann - or do I have that backwards?
davidmbedard wrote:I think the comment about the Kato SD40-2 having 'serious' eletrical problems is a bit of a misnomer....it can be fixed by soldering feeds directly to the trucks....a 2 minute jobbie, then you have an amazing model.Also, also BLI units are now WAY down on my list. I have had way too many customers with BLI problems. They have serious quality control issues.Also, I love Stewart units for their 'odd' balls.David B
I think the comment about the Kato SD40-2 having 'serious' eletrical problems is a bit of a misnomer....it can be fixed by soldering feeds directly to the trucks....a 2 minute jobbie, then you have an amazing model.
Also, also BLI units are now WAY down on my list. I have had way too many customers with BLI problems. They have serious quality control issues.
Also, I love Stewart units for their 'odd' balls.
David B
Good to hear about Kato as I have had some N sclae stuff in the past and have been happy with them but bummer about BL & Athern (As mentioend above). I guess I should have mentioend I am into American Diesels and Steam. Union Pacific in particular. I was thinking BLI and Athern were my best choices for Steam with sound and DCC but apparentley not. I would love to hear more comments and thoughts, please!
Thanks much,Derek
In my opinion, BLI's new BlueLine products are breaking the mold. They have all of the detail of the high-end Paragon Series, but they are priced like traditional sound-less units.
Customers have been happy with the ones they've gotten and the quality has been outstanding. Sound system is powerful and every sound effect is adjustable--and there are tons of sounds.
Check them out at: http://www.broadway-limited.com/BlueLine-c3479.html
They are the cheapest sound-equipped models you can get on the market and they have outstanding sound and detail. BLI's MSRP's don't reflect what you can get these things for on the market. Dealers are getting extended discounts from Broadway and they are passing them along to the customer.