This is a topic somewhat related to my earlier "Inquiries regarding Protosound 1" topic. This is different though in the sense that I merely want to see your MTH locos in action!
For those who have a working PS/1 locomotive with the original sound system (steam or diesel) in their collection, feel free to post a video of the engine at work!
Thanks!
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This is a quick clip of my MTH T1. Nice beast of an engine.
Here is one of my MTH J doubled headed
QSI had a really unique way of approaching the sound system, and the bitcrushed audio samples make it even more intriguing to watch. Hopefully I'll get enough money soon to buy a PS/1 loco. They seem awesome!
Paid $99 for a while back ,20-3018 PRR K4 seems to run fine.
How expensive are Proto 1 steam locomotives similar to the K-4 now? From what I've seen they start at $200 and often peak at $500 or $600 depending on the set.
I got mine less than 2 years ago for $99 but it can supposedly “dead” I fooled with it and it worked. i suspect the previous owner did not understand how the proto 1 commands worked. I purchased an MTH premier PRR GP30 in 2018 for $75 , same deal he thought it was dead or not working right. I’ve had no issues with either. Mind you this is the only way I would have these locos as I will not spend 3-400 on a 20 year old MTH. Just my rules for me lol
I've got a PS1 SP GS4, but it's been converted to PS2 3V.
The Blue Comet - I had intended to upgrade to DCS but really like the sounds, so it is still a conventional runner.
@Lou1985 posted:I've got a PS1 SP GS4, but it's been converted to PS2 3V.
Very nice! Do you remember what the whistle sounded like when it was still on PS1?
@GameBreaker64 posted:Very nice! Do you remember what the whistle sounded like when it was still on PS1?
Here is my original ps1 daylight whistle.
@Sid's Trains posted:Here is my original ps1 daylight whistle.
PS2 3V sound file has a similar whistle.
MTH Premiere Proto 1 Conrail E33 on Super O!
Powered by the MTH Catenary.
@Lou1985 posted:PS2 3V sound file has a similar whistle.
I'm pretty sure that one is just a more enhanced and crisper sounding version of the old Ps1 sound file
@Sid's Trains posted:I'm pretty sure that one is just a more enhanced and crisper sounding version of the old Ps1 sound file
Probably used the same base recording. The PS3 GS class whistle is completely different.
Here's a PC- SW 8/9 on my bench after fixing the speaker. Good sampling of the QSI sounds.
@Sid's Trains posted:Here is my original ps1 daylight whistle.
Don't know if that's PS1 or not. The crew talk sounds after the whistle sound like PS2. Does it have PS1 chuffs?
@GameBreaker64 posted:Don't know if that's PS1 or not. The crew talk sounds after the whistle sound like PS2. Does it have PS1 chuffs?
It's a PS1 for sure.
@GameBreaker64 posted:Don't know if that's PS1 or not. The crew talk sounds after the whistle sound like PS2. Does it have PS1 chuffs?
This is a PS1 Qsi 3000 and sound file. This engine has a lot of extra features from the base version of Protosounds, but sounds just like a PS1 locomotive.
@GameBreaker64 posted:Dang. Never would've guessed that QSI made a whistle sample specifically for that locomotive! Do you plan to make a YouTube video showing off all your PS1 steamers? They aren't too common on YouTube.
Are you asking me about YouTube videos?
@Sid's Trains posted:This is a PS1 Qsi 3000 and sound file. This engine has a lot of extra features from the base version of Protosounds, but sounds just like a PS1 locomotive.
What other features do you get?
@Sid's Trains Yeah I was talking about you making a YouTube video showcasing all the PS1 locos you have.
@Trainlover9943 posted:What other features do you get?
It adds extra background sounds, a high speed daylight horn, lots of automated and user activated crewtalk and sounds, transformer command control I call it, and the coolest of all self operation feature.
@GameBreaker64 posted:@Sid's Trains Yeah I was talking about you making a YouTube video showcasing all the PS1 locos you have.
I could
@Sid's Trains posted:It adds extra background sounds, a high speed daylight horn, lots of automated and user activated crewtalk and sounds, transformer command control I call it, and the coolest of all self operation feature.
You'll have to do a video on it.
The video didn't show it very well, but the paint job on this engine isn't the best. I actually got this engine for free which is amazing. The paint flaws include the strips are wiping away and lots of little chips. Because of that I am going to be repainting it, but not in a daylight scheme. Instead I am going to likely paint it up to look like the American freedom train.
@Sid's Trains I just had another idea for a YouTube video you could do. Would it be possible for you to demonstrate cycling through and adjusting the RESET features of your PS1 N&W J? There aren't any demos of that on YouTube and it'd be nice to see some video documentation of it in action.
This video shows my MTH Premier PRR G5s locomotive #5740 running at 60 miles per hour on the outer loop of my 12’-by-8’ layout built between 1999 and 2004. It’s one of my favorites. The locomotive is about twenty years old and is running conventionally with PS1. I really like the sounds and whistle when it’s running fast. It’s very well broken-in and also runs well at slow speeds. It has a BCR and has never required anything other than lubrication and maybe two changes of traction tires. I have several PS1 locomotives that I still run often.
MELGAR
I've actually been looking for footage of that locomotive in action! What other PS-1 Locos do you have in your collection?
The ones I run frequently are a Premier New York Central p2b electric motor (lightning stripe), a Railking New York Central 0-8-0 switcher and a Railking New York Central SW-1500 diesel. I have many other PS1 locomotives but have never run them...
MELGAR
@MELGAR posted:The ones I run frequently are a Premier New York Central p2b electric motor (lightning stripe), a Railking New York Central 0-8-0 switcher and a Railking New York Central SW-1500 diesel. I have many other PS1 locomotives but have never run them...
MELGAR
Can you show a video of the P2B?
@MELGAR posted:The ones I run frequently are a Premier New York Central p2b electric motor (lightning stripe), a Railking New York Central 0-8-0 switcher and a Railking New York Central SW-1500 diesel. I have many other PS1 locomotives but have never run them...
MELGAR
I've seen a video of the 0-8-0 NYC switcher before. It has kind of an odd whistle, but it still sounds nice.
This video shows my MTH Premier New York P2b electric motor on my 12’-by-8’ layout. It is about twenty years old and is running conventionally with PS1. Great sounds and impressive size. It has a BCR and has been trouble-free all these years.
MELGAR
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