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title: "8 pin sound decoder"
price: "621270Fr"
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# Bluetooth wireless control High-fidelity sound speaker 8-pin easy retrofit connection 8 pin sound decoder

**Price:** 621270Fr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Elevate your model train game with wireless sound and control—because your layout deserves the future.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 8 pin sound decoder
- **How much does it cost?** 621270Fr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Future-Proof Updates:** Download free sound profiles and software upgrades to keep your train running fresh and cutting-edge.
- • **Plug & Play Retrofit:** Compact 8-pin design fits perfectly into DCC-ready locomotives for hassle-free installation.
- • **Total Wireless Command:** Control your locomotive remotely via phone or tablet—ditch the wires and embrace freedom.
- • **Tri-Mode Compatibility:** Seamlessly switch between Bluetooth, DCC, and DC modes for ultimate flexibility.
- • **Immersive Sound Experience:** Built-in sugar-cube speaker delivers crisp, authentic locomotive sounds that elevate your setup.

## Overview

The Hornby R7336 HM7000-8TXS is a Bluetooth-enabled, tri-mode sound decoder designed for 00 gauge model trains with an 8-pin connector. It offers wireless control via a smartphone app, high-fidelity sound through an integrated sugar-cube speaker, and compatibility with DCC and DC controllers. This compact decoder supports free downloadable sound profiles and software updates, making it a versatile and future-ready upgrade for select Hornby locomotives.

## Description

Shop Hornby R7336 HM7000-8TXS: Bluetooth® & DCC Sound Decoder (8-pin) - Hornby Accessories for 00 Gauge Track & Train Sets - Compatible with Select Hornby Model Trains, White. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders of £20 or more.

Review: Hornby HM 7000 txs - A brilliant DCC sound decoder. Bought four of them in various pin connectors. It's an affordable upgrade route for both old and new locomotives. The only caveat is they are fairly large with the Bluetooth built on to the chip.So won't fit everything. The function and sound quality are first class for the price, with well over one hundred sound files to choose from, with up to twenty eight individual sounds per file. Hornby are constantly updating the locos covered which shows full commitment,so more to come. Android or Apple phones have a app to download and after you've done it once, it becomes a very straightforward process. Sound is of a very high standard and I've not been disappointed. A speaker and sound enclosure are included, with various enclosure to suit the size of space available. Once chosen fit the supplied self adhesive speaker and glue round the base of the enclosure while downloading the files from Hornby.This will give you something to do whilst you download the files ,up to half an hour is required when the server is busy. You'll need a simple account set up with Hornby and your away. A clever automated sound setting on one of the functions let's the loco go through a variety of sound samples whilst under power,a great touch. Value for money.
Review: Outstanding value and performance - Fantastic value, sounds are great. App can be a bit tricky, and you may need a stay alive, but knocks spots off even more expensive decoders

## Features

- Warning:Not suitable for children under 14 years. For use under adult supervision
- Warning:Only for domestic use
- Total Control: Control your locomotives in the palm of your hand on a compatible* phone or tablet, untethered from a wired controller. Customise your locomotives with images, tinker, tailor & test settings on the fly for your locomotive’s running style using the new HM | DCC app.
- Join the Revolution: Part of the new HM7000 range and HM | DCC control system. Download* FREE sound profiles for a wide range of locomotive classes and enjoy new updates, features, and functionality for no additional cost. *(HM | DCC app and WiFi connection is required for sound profile download)
- Tri-Mode: Functions with all NMRA compatible DCC controllers when set to ‘DCC Mode’. Functions with compatible phone or tablets when set to ‘Bluetooth Mode’ (Power must be via a DCC controller or by a ‘flat’ DC supply*). Functions with all DC controllers when set to ‘DC Mode’. *(Ensure instruction manuals are consulted to ensure your new decoder is correctly powered – Failure to do so could result in damage to the decoder)
- Sound Capable: Decoder pack Includes a high-fidelity sugar-cube speaker + various enclosures with easy to fit plug, allowing for high-quality sound in locomotives that previously did not have a speaker installed. (Installation required). Decoders will also function with locomotives that already have a speaker installed and will enhance the locomotive sound experience!
- 8-Pin Connection System: The perfect decoder to retrofit into DCC Ready locomotives that feature a 8-Pin connector. Please ensure that your locomotive, fits the size [28.5mm (l) x 8.5mm (w) x 4.5mm + 70mm (l) cable fly lead] of the decoder prior to any purchase. Advice on correct fitting can be provided through Hornby Customer Care if you are unsure

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BV2HVS1G |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 23,906 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 1 in Model Train Transformers & Decoders |
| Colour | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (191) |
| Date First Available | 7 Feb. 2023 |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Item model number | R7336 |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 0 - 8 years |
| Product Dimensions | 18 x 2 x 16 cm; 100 g |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hornby HM 7000 txs
*by D***D on 21 August 2026*

A brilliant DCC sound decoder. Bought four of them in various pin connectors. It's an affordable upgrade route for both old and new locomotives. The only caveat is they are fairly large with the Bluetooth built on to the chip.So won't fit everything. The function and sound quality are first class for the price, with well over one hundred sound files to choose from, with up to twenty eight individual sounds per file. Hornby are constantly updating the locos covered which shows full commitment,so more to come. Android or Apple phones have a app to download and after you've done it once, it becomes a very straightforward process. Sound is of a very high standard and I've not been disappointed. A speaker and sound enclosure are included, with various enclosure to suit the size of space available. Once chosen fit the supplied self adhesive speaker and glue round the base of the enclosure while downloading the files from Hornby.This will give you something to do whilst you download the files ,up to half an hour is required when the server is busy. You'll need a simple account set up with Hornby and your away. A clever automated sound setting on one of the functions let's the loco go through a variety of sound samples whilst under power,a great touch. Value for money.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding value and performance
*by T***S on 9 September 2026*

Fantastic value, sounds are great. App can be a bit tricky, and you may need a stay alive, but knocks spots off even more expensive decoders

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A nightmare to install - but a dream when working
*by A***R on 1 February 2026*

Been having loads of issues getting these to work on my Hornby Flying Scotsman. There isn’t enough tech support out there at the moment and Hornby technical support isn’t ideal for weekend contact as their hours are very limited. However after some playing around, I discovered that one of the pins needed bending slightly to actually make contact and power properly which may suggest a poor design. Now it is working I am over the moon with it and it’s a great sound coming from the engine!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Hornby R7336 HM7000-8TXS: Bluetooth® & DCC Sound Decoder (8-pin) - Hornby Accessories for 00 Gauge Track & Train Sets - Compatible with Select Hornby Model Trains, White
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