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DC or DCC? The question that keeps being asked
Samuel faces a decision that many in the hobby decide to make – DC or DCC. Some people have been running DC for years and so it is only natural to fear (or resist) change. If you are comfortable with DC and don’t want to change, then why should you. However, most who are into DCC wonder why others continue to persist with DC. So, it really depends on the individual and whether you are one of those people who embrace change, or prefer you are the type who prefers to stick with what you know.
Anyway, here is Samuel’s question for readers:
“My question is what is the best system to for a train layout…DC or DCC? I am running DC for my layout.”
Samuel, thanks for submitting your question. The Model Train Help Ebook will more than answer your queries as it includes a good section on DC verses DCC and the advantages/disadvantages of both systems.
Before you get around to reading Model Train Help, some other helpful reader my like to add some comments for you.
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Hi Samuel, In a previous comment it was obvious I am not into DCC. However maybe one day. But not for the moment. I have DCC loco’s and the good ones have enough bells and whistles for me in DC and I am happy with this. I like DC because that is what I know and have built for years. If you think you are going to get into DCC DO IT NOW!!!! dont wait, the transformation could be expensive. Spend the extra money up front. I have seen some DCC layouts and they have it all. But I am still happy with my DC layout, so I guess Robert is right, its up to you and your desires, read his book. Sorry if this is of little help, but everyone is different. I spend my money on what I really like and the look is the same no matter what.
Excellent feedback Tony, I would hate to think that Samuel felt pressured into going the DCC way if he is happy and content with what he already knows. There are pros and cons for both DC and DCC. It comes down to personal preference, but in saying that, it doesn’t hurt to find out the various advantages and disadvantages of each system. That is exactly what I have tried to clearly explain for readers (like Samuel) in my Model Train Help Ebook. They can then make a reasoned decision based on what is best for them – not on what is best for someone else.