We have come to a time where many model trains fan demand sound in their models. Here I’ll be sharing some original sound files I created for my own model trains. Take them as they come. They will only be available for the decoder brand listed.
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Doehler & Haass sounds can only be uploaded to the decoder with their own brand Programmer and their Sound Project Editor software (Windows only)
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If you have a Roco Z21, you can upload Zimo sound files to your Zimo decoder using the Z21 Maintenance tool (Windows only or with Mac using Parallels). Check in the Maintenance software if your decoder is compatible (decoder update tab). All MS sound decoders are compatible. Alternatively, use the Zimo MXULFA if you’ve got it.
DIESEL
D001- Pacer Class 143/144
Model available as a 3D print here
Used decoder: Doehler &Haass SD05A or connect SUSI sound module SH05A to standard decoder.
Free download
Updated 7/9/2022
Sound file for D&H sound decoders
Function list
Z002- OMZ 122F
Free installation with decoder purchase
Function list
Choose OMZ 122F from the list and click on Buy now to add to cart. Go to sound decoder page to purchase a Zimo MS sound decoder.
Video by Harman Motor Works
Z010- Baguley-Drewry 70hp
Especially made for the Bachmann 009 model. The decoder with this unique sound installed can be ordered here. Choose the Zimo Next18 MS590N18 or MS591N18. The speaker you need is the 8x12 mm speaker, which can be added to your cart here. The speaker wires connect to the two solder points with SP on the board (no polarity).
A stayalive (Train-O-Matic SPP Nano) is a must for uninterrupted sound!
Free download
Updated 13/09/2024
128 bit sound for Zimo MS decoders
Function list and notes
STEAM
Z001- Baldwin 10-12-D
Z003- Quarry Hunslet
Designed and tuned for the Bachmann 009 model. Instructions on how to open the model:
https://bachmann-spares.co.uk/file/E9102-Baldwin-10-12-D-Instruction-Sheet-2018.pdf
Use decoder: Zimo MX659N18, MS590N18 or MS591N18 (Next18 plug in) or MS500 (re-wire electronics).
Designed and tuned for the Bachmann 009 model. Instructions on how to open the model and to install sound + stayalive are on this page.
Use decoder: Zimo MS490 or MS491
Free download
Updated 1/12/2023
32 bit sound for Zimo MX decoders
128 bit sound for Zimo MS decoders
Function list and notes
Free download
Updated 3/11/2023
32 bit sound for Zimo MX decoders
128 bit sound for Zimo MS decoders
Function list
Z004- Small England
Free download
Updated 24/3/2023
Updated 9/05/2025
32 bit sound for Zimo MX decoders
128 bit sound for Zimo MS decoders
Function list and notes
Z006- Mainline Hunslet
Designed and tuned for the Bachmann 009 model. Instructions on how to open the model and to install hidden sound + stayalive are on this page.
Use decoder: Zimo MS590N18, MS591N18 (Next18 plug in) or MS500 (re-wire electronics, when you want to fit a stayalive).
Free download
Updated 24/3/2023
Updated 23/02/2024
32 bit sound for Zimo MX decoders
128 bit sound for Zimo MS decoders
Function list and notes
Z007- Baldwin 2-4-2 672 ‘Lyn’
Especially made for the Heljan 009 model. Clear step by step installation instructions can be found here.
Use decoder: Zimo MS500
Free download
Updated 28/05/2025
128 bit sound for Zimo MS decoders
Function list and notes
28/05/25 Update: Crossfade steam samples enabled
Start delay increased (CV273)
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Z011- Talyllyn Nr. 1
Especially made for the Bachmann 009 Fletcher, Jennings & Co. model. Both in original Talyllyn Railway livery or Skarloey.
Use decoder: Zimo MS491
Paid download
Updated 07/05/2025
If you purchase this, you will receive an email if there is an update available of this file.
This is an unlocked, but a paid download for a small fee until the 15th of June, for those who would like to show their support for my sound design work. 🥳 After that date, it will be a free download. Purchasers will get an email if there is an update of this file.
128 bit sound for Zimo MS decoders
Function list and notes
