upgrade sounds on Hogwarts Express?

Classic Toy Trains Forum
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Hello,

Just got a Hogwarts Express (Lionel) to play with and wondered if there is any way to upgrade the sounds available? Right now it is just “whistle.” Maybe some other Lionel or after-market product?

Thanks

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Take a look at the Electric Railway Sound commander board meant for use in the Lionel Docksider switcher. This board has a single chime high pitched whistle.

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Thanks Chuck. I guess I am hoping for something like I saw advertised for other Lionel trains - chuffing sounds, “All Aboard,” etc. I am SO very new to this I have no idea if that involves replacing the tender and buying some super expensive controller or if it is simply not possible. Going to the Dallas model train show this weekend to hopefully learn much more about many aspects of model railroading … this simple nostalgic Lionel tain set has really given me the bug … N-scale, live steam G-scale … I’ve already gone through several thousand dollars in my mind, haha.

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SOund Commanders do more than just the whistle:

http://www.electricrr.com/SoundCommander.htm

If you hit the listen to available sound sets you can get an idea on what’s available.