What the what??? Huh... Here is a surprise delivery that beat the Turkeys and Good Ol' Santa Clause to town...

This edition of the Backshop Limited features the all-new ZIMO MS500 Series 16-Bit Sound Decoders! The new product has some really great features so be sure to check them out.

I knew this model would be small but WOW... I believe it is now possible to put sound in an N-Scale Shay, an RS-1, or even an SW7 with the arrival of this new decoder. Z-Scale sound? Yeah, probably...

It is truly an amazing time to be a model railroader.

As a reminder, when you order ZIMO sound decoders from SBS4DCC, I will load a sound file on the decoder at no additional charge (note, there may still be charges for the use of certain files). You can use the space provided on the MORE INFO page for any updateable sound decoder to specify the file number or you can enter the request in the order comments at checkout.

The ZIMO MXULFA Decoder Update Module is available for purchase if you wish to avoid these charges.

CLICK HERE to see the entire ZIMO Sound File Database.

CLICK HERE for additional information about ZIMO Sound Files.

CLICK HERE for additional information about the ZIMO MXULFA Decoder Update Module.

As a reminder, the SBS4DCC website features Real-Time Stock Status. Please remember that orders for out-of-stock products will be delayed and restock information will be limited. The shipping status notice applies to in-stock product only.

Be sure to check out the Tutorials, Tips and Tricks section of the website. I continue to add volumes of information about different subjects I think you might find valuable.

I am frequently asked for help and information about the manufacturers warranty when a project doesn't work out the way we expected. CLICK HERE to access the Consolidated DCC Manufacturers Warranty Information page. Of course this information is subject to change and the manufacturers information is always the primary resource.

And finally... Model Railroad Operations are a blast and are a great way to get engaged in this great hobby. Operating sessions are surely limited these days so you can use this time to enjoy the OpSIG Publications - A Compendium Of Model Railroad Operations - From Design To Implementation and get to work developing your own operating sessions. You can find out more by visiting the OpSIG webite or by contacting your local NMRA chapter as well.

Bryan Vianco

Owner, SBS4DCC

Introducing the All New ZIMO MS500 Series Nano DCC Sound Decoders.

Functionally identical to MS490, the new model has dimensions of just 14 x 10 x 2.6 mm! That's tiny.

The ZIMO MS500 Series Nano DCC Sound Decoder is a nano size sound decoder with optional NEM651 interface (6-pin connector directly on the decoder, so no wires) or wired in the versions MS500N, MS500R, MS500F.

"MS-Sound" with 1 W fully digital sound amplifier for 8 ohm speakers.

"Stay-alive": No special connection, but as with all decoders, an external circuit with a few diodes, resistors and the energy storage capacitor up to 1000 µF can be connected

Bottom of decoder

Note all low profile components for easy mounting

MS500 is smaller that the ever-popular 11x15 Sugar Cube Speaker

MS500 on the hood of N-Scale Atlas VO-1000

MS500 on the short hood of N-Scale Atlas RS-1

MS500 on the cab of N-Scale Atlas RS-1

Perfect for clubs, modulars, or workbenches, the Good Deals DCC "The Programmer" is a portable, durable, convenient testing and programming track. It is available in nearly every scale from N to O as well as combination scales for those who love trains of all sizes.

Custom designed units are also available.

And don't forget we carry a fantastic selection of DCC products from all of the

best manufacturers including:

Digitrax, DCC Specialties, Electronic Solutions Ulm (ESU), NCE, SoundTraxx, Tam Valley Depot, TCS, and ZIMO.

Visit SBS4DCC today!