Did you know that you can automatically trigger sound and lighting effects based on your locomotives speed and direction with Tsunami2 and Econami decoders? With a few quick CV adjustments you can have your train running more realistically than ever before. Watch now to learn how! CVs used in this video: CV 32: CV Index 2 CVs 1.385-1.512: Effect Auxiliary Map Registers | SoundTraxx
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Did you know that you can automatically trigger sound and lighting effects based on your locomotives speed and direction with Tsunami2 and Econami decoders? With a few quick CV adjustments you can have your train running more realistically than ever before. Watch now to learn how! CVs used in this video: CV 32: CV Index 2 CVs 1.385-1.512: Effect Auxiliary Map Registers | SoundTraxx
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Tsunami2 Sound Tools to make your Locomotive Sound more Realistic
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Tsunami2 Sound Tools to make your Locomotive Sound more Realistic
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With over 2.2 billion possible sound combinations, Tsunami2 and Blunami decoders deliver unmatched realism. Because all that sound can’t fit on a single decoder, we group them into sound profiles by engine type—Steam, GE, EMD, ALCO, EMD-2, Baldwin & Others, and Electric—making it easier to find the right match for your locomotive. Check out our Sound Selection References to see exactly which sounds are included in each profile: https://soundtraxx.com/ssr/ Full video | How to Choose the Right Sou
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With over 2.2 billion possible sound combinations, Tsunami2 and Blunami decoders deliver unmatched realism. Because all that sound can’t fit on a single decoder, we group them into sound profiles by engine type—Steam, GE, EMD, ALCO, EMD-2, Baldwin & Others, and Electric—making it easier to find the right match for your locomotive. Check out our Sound Selection References to see exactly which sounds are included in each profile: https://soundtraxx.com/ssr/ Full video | How to Choose the Right Sou
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One of our customers completed his first SoundTraxx install. Way to go Jake! "Newest install complete! I installed my very first SoundTraxx decoder, Tsunami2 TSU-2200 Big Steam 2Amp decoder into this Broadway Limited Imports Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 (oil version). Unit retains all factory lighting, motor, wiring harness and speaker. Smoke unit was removed."- Jake Tsunami2 Big-Steam decoders: https://soundtraxx.com/TSU-BigSteam/ | SoundTraxx
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One of our customers completed his first SoundTraxx install. Way to go Jake! "Newest install complete! I installed my very first SoundTraxx decoder, Tsunami2 TSU-2200 Big Steam 2Amp decoder into this Broadway Limited Imports Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 (oil version). Unit retains all factory lighting, motor, wiring harness and speaker. Smoke unit was removed."- Jake Tsunami2 Big-Steam decoders: https://soundtraxx.com/TSU-BigSteam/ | SoundTraxx
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Did you know that SoundTraxx offers sound decoders specifically for electric models? That’s right—both our Tsunami2 and Blunami product lines include sound profiles for electric locomotives. Whether you're running a GG1, EP5, Milwaukee Road Little Joe, trolley, streetcar, subway train, or anything in between, we’ve got you covered. Our electric decoders come packed with the same great features you expect from SoundTraxx: Dynamic Digital Exhaust, Hyperlight lighting effects, advanced audio contro
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Did you know that SoundTraxx offers sound decoders specifically for electric models? That’s right—both our Tsunami2 and Blunami product lines include sound profiles for electric locomotives. Whether you're running a GG1, EP5, Milwaukee Road Little Joe, trolley, streetcar, subway train, or anything in between, we’ve got you covered. Our electric decoders come packed with the same great features you expect from SoundTraxx: Dynamic Digital Exhaust, Hyperlight lighting effects, advanced audio contro
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“Walthers mainline F7 ABA upgraded with Tsunami2, TSU-21PNEM8 decoders and four scale sound speakers.” Peter S. | SoundTraxx
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“Walthers mainline F7 ABA upgraded with Tsunami2, TSU-21PNEM8 decoders and four scale sound speakers.” Peter S. | SoundTraxx
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This week, George dives into factory-installed SoundTraxx decoders. Many brands, including Bachmann and Athearn, install full-featured Econami or Tsunami2 decoders straight from the factory. While these decoders offer the same capabilities as aftermarket versions, manufacturers often choose different default sounds and feature settings. Wondering what those settings are? You’ll find them all in the Factory Installed Decoders section of our website. Watch now to learn more! Links from the Support
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Tsunami2 Steam Sound Selection
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This is the first video in a new series that we are starting: Back to Basics with SoundTraxx. These videos will be for those new to model railroading, decoder installs or DCC in general. In this first video we go over some of the basics of soldering to your decoder, speaker, wire to wire and desoldering. This is just a preview! Watch the full video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/Xl87W5hOvCM | SoundTraxx
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“These two locos are equipped with Blunami. The BN 6770 has the new BLU-21PNEM8 installed. All of the LEDs are my own customizing.” -Reggie | SoundTraxx
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Tsunami2 Diesel Sound Selection
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New to Model Railroading or SoundTraxx? We’ve Got You Covered! With so many incredible sounds and features, you might be wondering, “Where do I start?” In this video, George walks you through our product packaging, documentation, and website to help you get started with your SoundTraxx decoder. Watch now and take the first step into an exciting world of model railroading! | SoundTraxx
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SoundTraxx Ditch Light Tutorial
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This week we talk about passenger service and how Blunami can help you shine! Operate your model trains more realistically with SoundTraxx decoders. In this video, George explains how you can easily use HEP mode to prototypically model an Amtrak consist with Blunami. Watch now to learn more! | SoundTraxx
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SoundTraxx decoders are designed with you in mind. We have packed tons of sounds and features into our decoders so you can have the most realistic model railroading experience possible. One of these features is volume control. Our decoders have several features associated with volume control. In this video, George talks about Master Volume Control (CV 128), Primary Mixer Volume Control (CVs 129-160), and Alternate Mixer Volume Controls (CVs 2.289-2.320). Master Volume Control (CV 128) CV 128 is
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We have noticed some customer confusion about how to use SoundTraxx User's Guides and Technical Reference Manuals. Most of this confusion stems from customers using the Technical References before they have read the User's Guides. The Tech Reference is just that - a reference. If you don't know how to use a feature or fully understand how a feature works the Technical Reference is going to be confusing. Always start by using our User's Guide. This document walks you through the set up of each fe
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SoundTraxx on Reels
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The DBX-9000 simplifies the wiring connections between your steam locomotive and tender. This compact 9-wire connector and harness assembly streamlines the process of maintaining and servicing your locomotive. | SoundTraxx
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Have you heard about our feedback contest? No purchase necessary. Grab your SoundTraxx-equipped model and shoot a short video telling us what you love about it. Send the video to smarketing@soundtraxx.com, and you could win a private tutoring session with our Product Expert, George. Deadline to enter 10/31/25Learn more: soundtraxx.com/35 Here is customer Geoff's submission. It is a great example of what we are looking for. We look forward to hearing your story as well! | SoundTraxx
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SoundTraxx decoders come pre-loaded with high-quality sound files, so there’s no need to spend time selecting and downloading recordings. However, with such a wide variety of sounds available, not every sound can fit on a single decoder. That’s why it’s important to take a few minutes at purchase to select the sound profile that best matches your model. To help, you can explore the Sound Samples and Sound Selection References available on our website. Once your decoder is installed, George walks
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NEW On Board with SoundTraxx episode available on YouTube! Learn how to choose the BEST SoundTraxx Speaker for your installation. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date on our weekly videos & watch the FULL VIDEO on SoundTraxx Speaker Selection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7KqQ6SNAnw | SoundTraxx
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Did you know that Athearn, Bachmann and other locomotive manufacturers have locomotives available with SoundTraxx decoders factory equipped? This means you don't have to worry about installing a decoder to access all of the features that SoundTraxx decoders have to offer. That's right these are not simplified or 'dumbed down' decoders. If a model says it is equipped with a Tsunami2 or an Econami decoder, you are getting the full featured version of that decoder. Now these decoders are not 100% t
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Use our realistic braking features to stop your trains exactly where you want. The engineer generally applies the brakes on the locomotive during switching operations and to control slack between units. You can use the independent brake function to simulate applying the locomotive brake independently from the rest of the train. Learn more about Blunami: soundtraxx.com/blunami Operations 101: Momentum (Episode 1): https://youtu.be/4aJsCKOnADk | SoundTraxx
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