I finally did it. I bought myself a DCC starter system for my basement layout. I'm excited to get started, but at the same time I've never used DCC before so I don't really know what I'm getting into. I bought one of the lower end starter systems, but that seemed like it was the best option for me as a beginner.
I now have the E-Z Command system from Bachmann. I did a lot of research before deciding on this particular system. It fit within my current budget and the deciding factor was that it came with a DCC equipped locomotive. I know it's not the highest quality system or locomotive for that matter, but it's just to get started and the price was right at $150.
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| My new EZ Command system from Bachmann. |
I haven't used it yet, but plan on getting it hooked up here soon just so I can get things running. Its been over 15 years since I had any running trains. I still don't have enough track to complete my plan, but enough to put together a simple loop. Hopefully it is as simple as some of the reviews made it seem to be.
Welcome to the world of DCC...once you get running your trains with it and especially if you go the route of sound, you will have a hard time getting motivated to operate your old DC engines...George Dutka
ReplyDeleteThanks! I've only had this thing running for two days now and I definitely want to upgrade to a loco with sound. Its been so long since I even ran any of my DC locos so this is kind of a fresh start anyway. I'm definitely looking forward to getting more familiar with DCC now.
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