SoundTraxx 885028 | Tsunami2 TSU-N18 ALCO Diesel Digital Sound Decoder

The SoundTraxx 885028 is a TSU-N18 Tsunami2 digital sound decoder with the ALCO sound set. Tsunami2 combines a 16-bit sound system, Hyperdrive2 motor control, Hyperlight lighting effects and a full NMRA-compliant DCC decoder on one board, driven by a 32-bit processor with 16 polyphonic sound channels.

This version is the Next18 decoder for N and small HO models, rated 1A and suited to N and small HO models with a Next18 socket. Dynamic Digital Exhaust reads the load on the motor and notches the engine up and down on its own, so the locomotive sounds like it is working for its train.

• 9 ALCO prime movers: ALCO 539 Turbo, ALCO 539 Non-Turbo, ALCO 244 Turbo, ALCO 251A i6, ALCO 251C v12, ALCO 251C v12 Super Charged, ALCO 251C v12 Century Series, ALCO 251C v16, ALCO 251C v16 Super Charged
• Over 40 air horns and 13 bells, plus air compressors, couplers and dynamos
• Dynamic Digital Exhaust (DDE) matches exhaust volume and RPM to the load on the motor automatically
• Three braking types: independent, train and dynamic braking
• Hyperdrive2 motor control for smooth, creep-speed switching
• Over 20 Hyperlight lighting effects across 6 function outputs
• 16 polyphonic sound channels on a 32-bit processor, with a 7-band equalizer and adjustable reverb
• CurrentKeeper ready — works with the SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper

Shop the full SoundTraxx range, compare every DCC decoder we stock, or see the other ALCO sound profile decoders. A speaker is not included — browse DCC speakers rated 1 watt or better, and find install parts in DCC wiring. Add a SoundTraxx 810140 CurrentKeeper to keep sound alive over dirty track and turnouts.

Will this fit my locomotive?
It measures 25 x 9.5 x 4.1mm and connects by next18 (n18) socket. Check that against the space in your shell before ordering — other Tsunami2 versions use different connectors and sizes.

Is a speaker included?
No. Pair it with an 8-ohm speaker rated 1 watt or better that fits your shell.

Which prime movers do I get?
All 9 listed above, selectable via CV 123. You are not locked to one engine sound — pick whichever matches your prototype.

Does it run on DC?
Yes. Tsunami2 runs on a standard DC power pack as well as DCC, though sound and lighting options are limited on DC. Full function control needs a DCC system.