Sounds
Sounds can add a whole new level of realism to our hobby.
Simple announcements at stations, lineside sound effects and realistic locomotive sound transform a garden railway into a miniature wonderland, captivating for children and adults alike.
For Analogue or Digital Layouts
GBS 'Simple Sound' Kit - £ 35
Our sound module kit is ideal for those wanting to add some sound effects to their layout either in a building or wagon. It is designed for short clips like announcements and sound effects to enhance the realism of your scene.
At the heart is a versatile sound circuit which offers:
8 sound effects stored and played back
Powerful amplifier circuit, volume control dial
Terminal block for easily wiring buttons or switches
Simple 'drag and drop' means of uploading new sounds (like using a USB storage stick)
Voltage input of 9V to 24V DC so suitable for anything from a PP3 battery, solar panel, or model lighting circuit
The kit is ready to use, including:
Pre-wired 5 Watt moisture resistant speaker for clear localised audibility
has mounting holes for securing to a building
4m black wire
1x Reed switch
2x Push buttons
1x miniature screwdriver (for use with the terminal block for electrical connections)
USB Cable (for uploading sounds)
Additional Buttons and switches are available separately - let us know what you might need.
Massoth Melody Module
Massoth's sound module offers up to 12 sounds and isn't just for DCC layouts. It comes with a range of generic sounds like animals. It can be used to randomly play sounds on an analogue layout or two sounds triggered by a contact input.
It should be mounted inside a building or wagon and protected from the elements. A volume control is also available. It can be run from a 9V battery (battery connection sold repeatedly and needs to be soldered on) or DCC.
We can configure and add our customised announcements for a small fee - please enquire with your requirements.
Control Board Only @ £ 65.00
Control Board & Speaker @ £ 70.00
Custom Sounds for Massoth @ from £ 9.00
Speakers
We stock the full range of Massoth speakers, several Visaton and wired plugs to connect your own to Massoth decoders.
For Digital Layouts
Massoth Loco Sound Decoders
We can supply the full range of Massoth Sound decoders for fitting to your locomotives and rolling stock.
A sound library of realistic and authentic sounds are available to suit your model from European Diesels to American steam locos, announcements and more.
Adding sound to your locomotive adds a considerable level of realism and can be a great addition to your layout. Sounds can be triggered remotely or using magnets under the track.
Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Massoth Melody Module
Massoth's sound module offers up to 12 sounds and is ideal for DCC layouts, enabling you to recall sounds from your Digital Control system. It comes with standard sounds of passers by talking and a selection of animals. It can be used to randomly play sounds on an analogue layout or two sounds triggered by a contact input. If you have a computer controlled layout, many automated possibilities exist!
It should be mounted inside a building or wagon and protected from the elements. If using inside a wagon, it is recommended to be used with a power buffer. Sounds can be changed if you have the Massoth PC module / service interface. A volume control is also available. It can be run from a 9V battery (battery connection sold repeatedly and needs to be soldered on) or DCC.
We can configure and add our customised announcements for a small fee - please enquire with your requirements.
Control Board Only @ £ 65.00
Control Board & Speaker @ £ 70.00
Custom Sounds for Massoth @ from £ 9.00
Customise your sounds!
Generic sounds are all well and good but to make things far more realistic, we can customise your sound module sounds. Made up station names?.... No problem! Modelling the RhB?.... No problem! Get sounds to suit your layout with one of our three simple and cost effective options:
Option 1 - Send us your recordings @ £ FREE
Visit your local railway, record a sound on your phone, download a sound effect and send us the files. We will pre-load to your product. If you require edits, we charge a fixed £7 per module for simple work like shortening clips.
Option 2 - Announcements by Phone @ £ 9
We'll schedule a telephone call with you and record you making announcements - be your own miniature station master! The call should take less than 15 minutes and allows for 2-3 'takes' per announcements. We'll send you the clips to preview.
Option 3 - Custom, Language Announcements @ from £ 15
Is your layout set in Germany or Switzerland? Or would you rather an actor read your announcements? Send us your station names or script and we'll arrange for one of our British, German or Swiss contacts to record an authentic customised announcement for your layout.
"Dies ist ein RhB-Zug nach Milton Keynes Central. Nächster Halt, Bletchley."