Gaugemaster GMC-COMBI Single Track Controller with Plug in Transformer

Works well light fits in the hand good quality

If you are using a standard “trainset” controller then you really should not hesitate in switching to this fantastic little unit. I started with the basic Hornby speed controller bus was alarmed with how much it made the Loco’s engines buzz when moving slowly (not great for the motor) so thought I would give this a go, well what a difference! Firstly the locos no longer buzz when moving slowly but the biggest difference is the amount of extra control over Locomotive speed this unit gives. The response of all my locos is now truly linier, easier to control and most surprisingly gives a far more enjoyable experience.I wish I had purchased this unit from the start especially as it comes with the transformer and therefore is a similar price to other basic controllers where you have to factor in purchasing the transformer separately.This little unit truly transformed my whole experience od running trains – well done Gaugemaster !!

I need an analogue controller to replace ancient equipment. Getting my trains out again after many years in boxes, I found I had a choice of 3 Triang and Hornby controllers: Hornby's R8250 proved too temperamental to cope with a shunter running over a set of points; the R965 had 2 speeds, full speed and off (much like my old kh250); I admit I didn't try the Triang P42 as it is cracked so may be dangerous. Gaugemaster has a good reputation especially for its controls, so I ordered the entry level combi which arrived very quickly from Jadlam. Simple to connect (comes with plug transformer and wires to track), it is a brilliant piece of kit running my dusty old Hornby 0-4-0s and a brand new Dapol railcar very smoothly with little Hand of God intervention. Can't recommend this controller enough.

Pleased with the purchase but was surprised by the small size compared to the image in the advertisement

I bought this controller to replace my Hornby one, it gives me more control.

I had read that vintage train sets such as Hornby Dublo 3 rail systems don't work with modern controllers but this one works just fine.

bought this for a brand new hornby coronation class as my other controllers are all old hornby dublo, its slow speed control is impressive even with a loco that is not yet run in, easy to use and comes with a 16v outlet for points ect. it is small, about the size of a cigarette packet, but feels and performs like a quality product, good value, i would and probably will buy another.

Combi versus Hornby R8250 (from a train set): for older motors - the Hornby XO3 / XO4 range - the Gaugemaster is silky smooth at lower speeds. With the Hornby my old Kneller Hall hesitates and fizzes away on starting up. Results are more even with newer motors that draw less current. Even so, I will take the Gaugemaster.The Gaugemaster includes the mains transformer. The control unit is UK made and supported. All good, except the layout wires are rather lightweight so be prepared to upgrade those.A 5-star recommendation from me for the Gaugemaster at Amazon’s price.