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A quick look at eBay, or other online auction site shows there's interest in the collection of Lionel and other antique trains from the first half of the Twentieth century. In the USA, iconic 20th Century brands like Lionel and American Flyer, along with the less well known Ives and Boucher are the most sought-after. In Europe, it's Bing and Marklin, while Hornby's glorious O gauge tin-plate models from the 1930's through to the 1950s command high prices in the antique trains market. Reasons for train collectors chasing these relics shouldn't be any harder to figure than the reasons why folks collect any other antique items: craftsmanship, happy memories of simpler times past, or as an inflation...

Henry G.Bachmann Immigrated from German to America and took over a company that manufactured products made from horn, ivory and tortoise shell. They obtained Model trains from The Kader Company, the exporters of models and toys. The initial product range was the Branchline series that consisted moulds used to produce the Mainline range. In 1992, Bachmann Industries (Europe) purchased a continental manufacturer named Liliput and established an office to handle product development, marketing and sales for the Liliput. The Kader Group is now one of the largest known manufacturers of the model trains. Ever since, Bachmann Branchline is strived to bring in the finest OO scale British locomotives and...

Model railway enthusiasts indulge themselves in one of the most popular hobbies in the world, and Canadian model trains in particular have carved themselves a substantial slice of the pie in terms of overall popularity. The history of the railroad network in Canada speaks volumes for the daunting challenges faced and met by the railroad pioneers, who developed the railway system, and who designed and built the incredible locomotives and rolling stock specialized to establish the incredible infrastructure that still spans the nation today. For each and every Canadian model train, is a tribute to its pioneers; the machines that they created and brought to life. Those metal giants, that huffed and...

It does not matter if you are new in the field of model railways or an experienced bud, constructing HO scale model trains always require a systematic approach and planning. It is commonly mistaken that all that is needed is assembling the track pieces with one another. Its building needs a definite goal. The location of the HO railroad and the theme also contribute to its perfect making. HO train starter kits are available for the fresh model railroaders. It is the best platform for them to start working. Many companies also produce sets that can really speed up your railways. Once the work has been started, more and more accessories can be added. The available space decides the exact amount of...

Restoring classic cars often means salvaging and refurbishing parts and giving them new existence. But with the 60163 Tornado, it is a steam locomotive that looks like a train that was built in the 1950s, but it was really made during the 90's. Why Tornado? With respects to the sponsor who gave £50,000, it was given the privilege to pick out the locomotive's name. As the coalition just won against Iraq in the first gulf war, it has been decided to bestow the locomotive a name honoring the Royal Air Force pilots who flew the Tornado fighter aircraft. Thus, the name "Tornado." The Tornado nameplate that is now being worn by the train is actually given by the RAF which they presented to A1 Steam...

When the can motor came on the seen it changed everything for the hobbyist. This was especially true for the Brass Steam Locomotive enthusiasts. He or She now had a real work horse of a motor that could drive a locomotive with ease. There are other aspects of the drive mechanism aboard the Brass Steam Locomotive that cause the user difficulty. However, in this case we are going to concentrate on the can motor and what it can do for you. Can motors come in a variety of sizes and rpm (Revolutions Per Minute) ratings. Also, torque values plays an important part in the choosing of a can motor. Generally can motors range from about 5k Rpms to as high as 17k rpms. For example a very small motor that...

Once you have begun to enjoy model trains and have informed yourself about the different train scales, the scenery that will adorn your set up and bench work, you need the trains to move and travel along your model railway. For this to happen, you need to provide power to the train and tracks. This will require wires, DPDT switches, and circuits to make your train whistle, the train stations to alarm while a train is passing by, the station to announce the arrival of a train, and level crossings to close the gates to the moving traffic on the intersecting roads. Pay attention to the model train layout wiring because if the wiring is wrong then it could lead to a short or other electrical related...

Not all miniature locomotive hobbyists are into the same size when it comes to the locomotives they collect. There will be collectors who are into the large scale groups. These collectors are mostly collecting the large scale models for outdoor use. Some collectors rather collect the small scale models which are suitable for indoor use. Why is the HO scale the perfect scale for indoor use? The HO scale is the perfect size for indoor use since it is not too big and not to small either. It is the perfect balance for a train set layout. This is why a lot of hobbyists are going gaga over this scale. The scale was first made in the 1930's in the UK. The goal was to create an alternative for the OO scale...

The gauge of a layout is the distance between the rails of a single track. The stability of this dimension is critical. Any discrepancy in the rails will cause derailments because the wheels of the train are fixed and cannot be adjusted. The importance of gauge size is more complex than just a dimension. In part the hobby of model railroading is very successful mainly because the components are competitively priced. The manufacturers have therefore been forced into dimensional consistency and stability because the large manufacturers make model trains rolling stock and all accessories for all gauge sizes. Thankfully this reduces the cost for us and increases choice. Uniformity is essential because...

One of the most prominent manufacturers of model railroads is Bachmann. This only makes sense because Bachmann model trains sell the most model railroads worldwide, providing more than 1.3 million train sets for just the American market. Currently, Bachmann concentrates on quality, low cost model railroads for the general public. A wide range of train scales are available. Numerous retail outlets carry Bachmann beginner sets, and they therefore are quite popular among people just starting out and people who are experienced with the hobby. Although the first company was established in Philadelphia in 1833, it wasn't until the late 1960's that Bachmann began making the model trains. In 1968, the...

If you have been a model railroader for some time you will understand that the costs of model trains can add up very quickly. Model trains are the best hobby in the world, but if you are going to pay full retail price for everything you buy, it will soon become the most expensive hobby you have ever had! Here is how to save money on your model trains: 1) Make Sure You know What You Want A common mistake with beginner railroaders is to start collecting one scale of model trains only to find that there are more accessories in another scale, so they change over. Do your research first, speak to other railroaders, check how much space you have available, do you want diesel or steam locomotives, will...

Derailments and locomotive problems can be frustrating for any model railroader, regardless of whether they are new to the hobby or an "old hand." My first tip relates to buying your first locomotive. Do not be tempted to buy the cheapest one you see in the hobby store. And don not buy one of those boxed train sets and expect the locomotive to be any good. The locomotives in those toy train sets are mass produced for a price. Spend some extra money and buy a good quality locomotive. The problem with locomotives in those toy train sets, is you often have to push them to get them started and then they accelerate very fast and can fly of the track on to the floor. If you are prepared to pay for a good...

50% of all starter kits for the model railroader are HO model train sets. The scale HO represents the middle ground in terms of actual size and volume use. Some of the most creative and spectacular layouts are in HO scale and many of the shortcuts and secrets gained in years of experience are hidden in the minds and layouts of experienced modellers. There is one layout that gained so many accolades that is now an exhibit in a museum. The Internet is full of videos of HO layouts as is YouTube and the reason is that there is so many locomotives, so much rolling stock, scenery, control systems, and all manner of accessories. The railroad modeller has such a vast choice of products that it is actually...

Model steam trains run on tracks that come in a number of different scales and sizes. The scale represents the relationship to the original size of the train. The scales allow you to find the one that best fits with your needs and available space. This way you can enjoy model stream trains whether you have a lot of space or a very limited amount. Model steam trains are now becoming more and more popular with people from all over the world. As the age of steam has passed by and they are very rare to find, the excitement around the old style of transportation has grown. This is very true with model train hobbyists who are some of the most interested people in the steam age. Even new model train...

Hornby Train Sets make great gifts that you can give to yourself or to someone else. They are perfect for all ages and come in a variety of styles from all eras. Hornby also produce many accessories to go with these sets. Possibly one of the best features of Hornby Train Sets is that there is a set to fit any budget. Even a low-cost, basic set can easily grow into a huge model railway with scenery, buildings, and complex track layouts. If you're thinking about buying a train set then here's some information about some of the different ones available. Hornby Train Sets For Beginners Hornby make great train sets for beginners, these sets are typically inexpensive and very durable. Furthermore they can...

Morning mist, like a transparent sheath, rose from the green-carpeted Cheat Mountain in West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest on that Memorial Day weekend, but the hot sun quickly intercepted it during its gentle ascent, leaving a flawlessly blue sky. Like a pocket of history, somehow frozen in time, the town of Cass, accessed via curving, mountain-hugging roads and a short, Greenbrier River-traversing bridge, sported its railroad depot, historic buildings, and dual tracks, all cradled by a valley in Back Allegheny Mountain. The tracks themselves, stretching toward and disappearing into a dense forest, were the very reason for the town and its railroad and also the reason why neither...

Overland models, Inc. imports fine scale brass model railroad equipment from South Korea, including Brass HO trains, N and O scale models. The company specializes in diesels, steam locomotives, cabooses and rolling stock from these scales. With over 30 years of importing, the company has captured a good range of models, both new and old. These models are built to inspire and are highly precision crafted. The company houses a library of its own with a great collection for reference and the team is involved in activities like taking on-site measurements, photos and interact with railroad and other employees. The Brass HO trains are available in various types. Boxed Set, Caboose, steam, Diesel...

Open framed motors for the majority of Brass Steam Locomotives and many Diesels still are in use since post World War II. They were a main stay to power the locomotive. These motors were all produced in Japan except for the Pitman Motor which was produced in the United States. About thirty five years ago the industry began changing over to the Can Motor. The Can Motor was introduced in new locomotives to be sold to the hobbyist. It wasn't until a few years later that the hobbyist could buy the Can Motor for personal use. Why the sudden change to the Can Motor? What reason for such a major overhaul? The following is a presentation of the reasons for those changes and the advantages as well. The...

The loud, long tones heard around railroad crossings are made by train air horns which are found on most diesel locomotives. The main purpose of the warning sound is to alert motorists, pedestrians and even animals that a locomotive is approaching. It's easy to understand how important this warning is when considering that a train striking an automobile can produce the same level of damage as when a car runs over a soda can. They're also used to provide signals to railroad employees especially during switching operations. So, now you know what and why locomotives have them, but how do train air horns work? They use compressed air that's usually in the 125-140 psi (pounds per square inch) range. An...

As an Englishman born and bred and a fan of history of steam Locomotives I thought it may be of interest to write an article about the history of the earliest steam locomotive. The first full scale working railway steam locomotive was built by Richard Trevithick in the United Kingdom on 21st February 1804 when the world's first railway journey took place as Trevithick's unnamed steam locomotive hauled a train along the tramway of the Penydarren ironworks, near Merthyr Tydfil in south Wales. This is different from the first Steam Engine which was first invented in 1653 by Edward Somerset (1601 – 1667) was an English nobleman. On Christmas Eve 1801 in West Cornwall, England an engineer called...

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Bachmann, next to Hornby is the best known model train manufacturer in the Global market. The two most extensive product ranges have garnered an enviable reputation for quality and reliability. There will always be detractors but Bachmann certainly stands out. Hornby were the first to exploit the international market so it is an accolade to them that they have made such international inroads. This company has a very strong product range and they ensure it is readily available. It is this statement that I make when asked why they are doing so well. There is a huge array of products including locomotives, rolling stock of all descriptions, scenery, and all manner of accessories and all visible online...

Having a model train set that requires pushing to begin moving or one that suddenly speeds up and falls off the tracks is extremely frustrating. Locomotives run by picking up the electricity from the track through its wheels. The wheels transfer the electricity to the motor, which then turns the gears to drive the locomotives. Locomotives with poor pickup on the wheels or a bad gear set up will, likely, cause many problems. As with most things, you get what you pay for. Make sure you obtain higher quality model train sets if you are really serious about your layout. When buying a model train set these points are critical: • Make sure many of the metal wheels, more than 1 set, pick up the...

Over the course of the history of the locomotive and its components, there have been many propulsion methods. The evolution of the locomotive engine has needed to be adapted in order to accommodate the needs for these differing propulsion methods. Back in 1753, the first steam engine was received in the American colonies from England. In just a few years, the first steam engine was in use in America. This early steam engine was used to pump water out of a mine. From that time on, the engine has evolved into the Diesel powered internal combustion engines, then converted into the Diesel-electric engines in use today. The forefather of the Diesel engine was a man named Dr. Rudolf Diesel. His original...

Here are a few guidelines for performing cleaning and routine maintenance of your model trains. Regardless of whether you have a Lionel set or any other brand, performing maintenance helps avoid trouble later on. For Lionel set locomotives, maintenance checks can be performed by removing the cover to see the inside. To remove the cover on steam engines, you must first remove the screw located underneath the smokestack. For diesel engines, remove the body by spreading at the sides so that the pins will be released then pull upward. Then flip the locomotive upside down to clean the wheels. You can use an X-acto blade to peel off the layers of grime. You can use an eraser pad to finish removing dirt...

Toy model trains have a special place inside the hearts of little kids, especially little boys. They are deemed as one of the most fantastic machines ever created. Cartoons have been made about them like Thomas. We can't blame kids for loving them because they grew up with the idea of railroads and end up being in awe with them even as they grow up. This is in fact one of the most popular hobbies in the world. A lot of grown men are into the railroading hobby. Why are people into locomotives? Maybe the idea of controlling something with machinery enchants them. Or maybe it is the complexity it brings to our minds. How can they run through lines using electricity? Or maybe it is the way trains are...

A new age band diesel locomotive is what Mitsubishi Motor Company together with Mitsubishi Heavy Production would be functioning on. They have moved toward to fasten together their labor force and investigative minds so as to generate a new age bracket diesel locomotive. First and foremost, Mitsubishi Motors is set upon making use of this new diesel locomotive as an innovative feature to automobiles that they would be selling abroad to the Europe province. The conformity amid these 2 organizations has so far to be finalized. On the other hand, once it has been positioned on document, the whole thing would almost immediately start to commence. The expansion would after that be on the go and both of...

Whether you are new to model railroading or a seasoned veteran, building your own HO railroadwill take considerable planning. It is a little more involved than just assembling track on a piece of plywood. Will your HO railroad be an indoor layout or a garden railroad? What will be the theme of your railroad? A new model railroader may be well advised to start with a quality HO train starter set at first. Several manufacturers offer quality HO train sets that will get your railroad off to a fast start. Later more cars and accessories can be added as the railroad progresses. The amount of track needed will vary as to the space available, and the desires of the model railroader. A very important factor...

Sunset Limited Amtrak/NTSB Investigation Three locomotive units, the baggage and dormitory cars, and two of the six passenger cars were catapulted into the water. It was the worst train disaster in U.S. history. The National Transportation Safety Board was called in to investigate and used forensic engineering and metallurgy to discover the cause of this accident. TMBA was asked to recreate several animations of the accident scene based on the findings of the NTSB. >> This wreck occurred after a CSX Transportation swing bridge over the Big Bayou Canot in southwestern Alabama (about 10 miles northeast of Mobile) was struck at approximately 2:45 AM by a barge being pushed by the towboat...

The Big Big Train was an O gauge system introduced by Tri-ang into the UK market in 1966 and available until 1972. It consisted of a variety of battery powered locomotives running on bright red plastic track and the large scale meant that the system was more suitable for younger children than the more fiddly 00 gauge trains available from Hornby. While production ceased in the UK in 1972, the tools were bought by Novo Toys, who restarted manufacture in the USSR from 1975 until the early 1980s. Of the range of sets available, none of the locomotives has the detail or finish of the Hornby train sets and in quite primary coloured plastic, the items are all quite crude looking. The locomotives include a...

All trains must have a track to run on. Therefore; it is very important that when you build a model train track layout that you use the right track for the right job. If you are modeling in the steam era, you will need a turn table or a Y track to turn your locomotive around. Diesel Electric locomotive can run in any direction. When it comes to the radius of the curves is all comes down to the gauge you are modeling. When modeling in N gauge track, the main line curves should have at least a radius of 11.25". The larger the radius the better the locomotives will negotiate the turns, especially at full speed. If the curves are too tight the locomotive could bind or even derail. Now let's look at HO...

No discussion of LEGO steam locomotives would be complete without mention of the 7750 Steam Engine with Tender. Arguably the greatest and most beloved of all steam engines ever made by LEGO, number 7750 is unique as the only steam engine to include large driver wheels. Those wheels give the locomotive its massive, powerful stance and evoke images from the height of the steam era. Today 7750 stands as the largest steam engine set ever produced by LEGO. Like many LEGO trains from the 12V era, 7750 is based on prototypes from the German railways and wears their traditional black and red livery. The locomotive resembles an actual Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft Class 64 locomotive, which is a large...

Soon after the railways were nationalised in 1948, the then recently formed British Railways Board (BRB) undertook a review of the locomotive stock which had been inherited from the 'Big Four' independent railway companies. It soon became apparent that the whole stable of steam locomotives comprised of a huge variety of different class types, vast numbers of which were getting close to or in some cases, were already life-expired. Right from the beginning the government-owned organisation needed to reduce costs as soon and as practical as possible. Not an easy task with a war-battered railway. However, work began straight away and in its first year, the BRB had recruited the renowned locomotive...

So, you've been trying to think of a good present for your Thomas train obsessed nephew? He's already got a million little locomotives that he sets up every day and pushes around their flimsy wooden tracks. He has all the stories and DVD's already and even if he didn't you wouldn't know which one to get him? A Thomas the locomotive coloring book just seems too cheap? You want something a little more impressive for the little guy? Okay well I have the solution for you. Bachmann has just the starter kit for your favorite little Thomas worshipper. What's so great about Bachmann's Thomas the Tank Engine beginner set? Four words: Thomas the Tank Engine! If the kid likes Thomas the Tank Engine already he...

The BR Standard Class 4MT 4-6-0 locomotives were introduced in 1951. They were designed for mixed traffic use by Robert A Riddles, who held several posts in the railway industry between 1909 and 1953, interrupted by military service during both World Wars. His career began with an apprenticeship at Crewe Works of the London and North Western Railway as a premium apprentice in 1909, included working as Principal Assistant to the great Sir William Stanier in the LMS days and ended as Chief Mechanical Engineer at the newly formed British Railways. Designed at Brighton, with input from Swindon, Derby and Doncaster, a total of 80 Standard 4's were built between 1951 and 1957 at the BR Swindon works. They...

Fleischmann trains are made in Germany and are of very high quality. Most of my model trains are British or American. But I do have a few Fleischmann locomotives in both HO and N gauge and they are really superior. They are comparatively expensive in the United States, but well worth the expense. Kato is superior equipment, but they only manufacture American and Japanese models, not European as far as I know. Roco track I believe is nickel silver. I have only used their N gauge track, not their HO, and that was all nickel silver. Sounds as though you're on the right track. Remember that even though tracks from different manufacturers may interchange different manufacturers use very different...

When it comes to model steam trains the steam locomotive outshines the modern diesel-electric locomotive. The sight of a 4-8-8-4 Big Boy roaring down the rails gives you some idea of the power the massive engine is capable of producing. This impressive power is transferred to the art of model railroading. Even though most models are powered by an electric engine the steam locomotive still comes across as a powerful locomotive. In model trains you can find or scratch build any steam locomotive ever built. Now let's look at how these locomotives got their name and how steam locomotives are classified. A system of classifying steam locomotives came into existence in the early twentieth century. This...

Trains are not just toys for kids, especially now in a time where the hobby of collecting model railroads (or more popularly known as locomotives) are on the rise to become one of the world's oldest and most popular hobbies. The G scale locomotive, a large kind of locomotive, is gaining popularity as it is literally a big toy for a big boy. Why are G scale trains so popular to hobbyists? G scale trains are popular for its large size (it is the largest of the most popular scales). The G scale is a part of the group of large scale trains which all run on a Number 1 gauge track (45 mm between rails). These model locomotives are calculated by the ratio of the toy train to a real train. The G scale...

Many companies are offering train horns for sale online. This can be easily ordered over the internet. It takes an average of two minutes to fill out and submit the order forms. The horns will then be delivered to the buyer. To place an order online, you'll have to have a credit card or a pay pal account. The train horns are usually delivered with instructions on how to fit them to have them functional. Most companies provide the option of listening to the sound produced by the horn online before purchasing it. You need to go to the company's database and sample their sounds. You can also start your own train horns sale online. All you need to do is get a device for recording the sound that you...

So you've decided that you want people to notice your ride right? What better way to accomplish this than by adding a monster train horn that will not only turn heads but make people literally jump out of their skin when you blow it? The first thing to consider when buying a train horn kit is to consider the car you're going to be mounting it on. If you've got a 96 Honda Civic you're going to have to take into account the space you are working with where if you're putting it on a 3/4 ton truck this is not as much of an issue. It's a good idea to contact the distributor to find out what the dimensions are of the kit you're interested in before buying to make sure you have room for a proper install...

Hullabaloo (Part of the End) And so Shannon O'Day knew that very first morning of October, 1953 knew that Kent Peterson would be where he was always in the wee hours of the morning, on that porch of his waiting for him to walk through the front gate to paint, and Shannon could no longer withstand, the moment had simply come to that point that no longer could both breathe the same air in the same farmyard, in the same county, and same state, on the same day, and what he said pushed him over the forbidden line, the red line. And so lacking his patience, and perseverance, to subdue his pride, to withstand his nagging, his persistence, he fell back on that right to defend it, the way he did in the war...

First, the good news about vehicle/train collisions at railroad crossings; the number of collisions at railroad crossings has declined from a high of 13,557 incidents in 1978 to 2,746 in 2007, a decline of 80%. Now the bad news; in 2007, there were still 2,746 incidents. Drivers are still not getting the word that trying to outrace a train at a railroad crossing is a lose/lose proposition. 94% of the collisions and 87% of the fatalities at railroad crossings are caused by risky driving behavior or poor judgment on the part of the driver. Look at the facts: - A large vehicle such as a train appears to be moving slower than it actually is. The maximum speed for freight trains is 60 mph while passenger...

Railroad modellers belong to a very difficult to please society, they want and demand the very best looking models and so long as it is as good in the technical department as the best they will buy it. So there we have it, technology has moved on a pace and the best models now have to look the best also. Brass is the stand-out material for Model Trains because its use has transformed the detail that can be displayed in a very confined area of detail in a molding. The manufacturers have refined brass molding to an art form giving the final result a sharp detailed finish that makes even the modern rather smooth, bland locomotive stand out because the finest of detail is now visible. Obviously the old...

Who didn't cringe when Katie Couric asked Sarah Palin, "What other Supreme Court decisions do you disagree with?" and Palin could not give her a direct answer? I wondered first of all if the question was trying to bait Palin into admitting that her problem with Roe v Wade is a moral one rather than a political one - something I had a hard time understanding why she wouldn't admit. But next I turned the question to myself. Did I even know of other Supreme Court decisions? Have others been as talked about? As controversial? As legislative in their lasting effects? I had no idea. It made me think about the branches of our government at their basic level, what their roles are, and how they have been...

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What is a Heart Rate Monitor? Sometimes called a cardiac monitor, a heart monitor is an electronic device that is used to continuously track your heart rate. Using this information you can determine the target heart rate at which you will maximize the cardiac benefits from your exercise. There are more complex versions of heart monitors which physicians use to detect any signs of deterioration in your heart functioning and make the necessary adjustments immediately. Types of Heart Monitors Today a wide range of heart monitors are produced - designed to cater for the specific requirements of different types of individuals. Some heart monitors are primarily designed for weight loss programs - allowing...

Grounding is clearly one of the most important aspects of electrical design, but it steadfastly continues to be misinterpreted and misunderstood. Millions of dollars in liability and loss can be attributed to ground-fault arcing; thus, grounding-related issues should top the checklists of any electrical contractor. Grounding Transformers: Simply put, a grounding transformer is used to provide a ground path to either an ungrounded "Y" or a delta connected system. Grounding transformers are typically used to: 1. Provide a relatively low impedance path to ground, thereby maintaining the system neutral at or near ground potential 2. Limit the magnitude of transient over voltages when re-striking ground...

Are you counting to trade your old Lionel trains? Possibly you have discovered a goldmine at your neighbourhood garage sale! Or possibly you've revealed a box in the attic filled with these old Lionel trains. How do you check their worth? When it gets down to it, their valued, or their selling cost, will look on whatsoever things, not the least of which is how much the buyer is ready to give you to get it. The most affected buyers will course pay more than someone who is not fanatic about it. The last someone you want to deal your used Lionel train to is one of those someones who post ads saying "I buy trains!". These somebodies are in the business of paying the bottom possible price, and then...

The larger reel-to-reel recorders are still employed by professional sound specialists, although the basic cassette recorder is probably the cheapest form of analogue recorder which is readily available. The quality of these reel to reel machines can seldom be duplicated by the smaller recorders and their cassette tapes. A multitude of different media's still utilise analogue recording, which is the oldest standard in audio recording based terms. Analogue style reel-to-reel recorders are still in mainstream use these days and are still considered by some as the preferred equipment for sound recordings. The advantages of reel to reel tape recording systems are generally the far better quality...