Zeibach's Sounds
🟢 Updated this monthThis mod was updated after the recent game update — it should work on the current version. (B100 Progress Update 1)
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- ✅ Updated 50 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #1 of 54 Audio mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Zeibach's Sounds
Sound replacement mod for Derail Valley. Replace train sounds using folders and audio files.
Features
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[]Replace sounds for all locomotives[/]
[]Drop audio files into folders (.ogg or .wav)[/]
[]Switch sounds in-game with CommsRadio or UI[/]
[]UI for editing the sound config files[/]
[]Support for editing vanilla sound values like pitch[/]
[]Saving of the last applied sounds of a locomotive between sessions[/]
[]Experimental support for CCL Locos. Not guaranteed to work[/]
Installation
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[]Install UnityModManager[/]
[]Install DerailValleyModToolbar[/]
[]Download Zeibach's Sounds and install with Unity Mod Manager[/]
Adding Sounds
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[]Navigate to "Mods/ZSounds/Sounds/"
[]Place audio files in the sound type folder (e.g., HornLoop)[/]
[]In game, open the UI and click "Update Soundlist"[/]
In-Game Controls
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[]Press Alt and click on the ZS button[/]
[]From there select the Loco you want to edit[/]
[]Select the sound type you want to edit[/]
[]From the dropdown select the sound that should replace the vanilla sound[/]
Optional Configuration
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[]Press the Config Button next to a sound in the UI to edit the config for it.[/]
[]Alternatively the configs are also stored as .json files in the "Sounds/Config" folder.[/]
Additional Information
Whiste Quilling
As many request this, here a config that works most of the time. Either paste it directly into the config file or copy the values to the UI:
"pitch": 1. 0,
"minPitch": 0. 8,
"maxPitch": 1. 0,
"minVolume": 0. 0,
"maxVolume": 1. 0,
"pitchCurve": [
{ "time": 0. 0, "value": 0. 8 }, { "time": 1. 0, "value": 1. 5 }
"volumeCurve": [
{ "time": 0. 0, "value": 1. 0 }, { "time": 1. 0, "value": 1. 0 }
Checkout the README on GitHub for more Information
Known Bugs (Restarting the game will probably fix those)
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[]Chuff sound reset is not working properly. They stay at a constant pitch after resetting.[/]
[]Some sounds may not apply or may not reset.[/]
[]The CommsRadio menu is considered deprecated in desktop mode and only left in for VR players. If you encounter bugs there, switch to the new UI.[/]
Credits
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[]Chuff sound reset is not working properly. They stay at a constant pitch after resetting.[/]
Zeibach's Sounds is an audio mod for Derail Valley that replaces locomotive sounds, allowing players to add custom samples or adjust the pitch of DE2 and DE6 engines, horns, and the SH282 whistle. It also adds functional bells to the DE2 and DE6. With 623 endorsements and 20,960 downloads, it's a popular choice for audio customization.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 623 endorsements and over 20k downloads.
- Flexible audio customization—you can drop in your own samples or tweak pitch.
- Adds functional bells, a nice touch for immersion.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in February 2026, so it may not be compatible with future game patches.
- Only covers DE2, DE6, and SH282—other locomotives are untouched.
For Derail Valley players who want to personalize their locomotive audio, whether it's swapping in real train sounds or adjusting pitch for a different feel. If you're after a more immersive cab experience with working bells, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're happy with the default sounds or play mostly with other trains.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's forum or comments for user-made sound packs to expand your options.
- If you're adding custom samples, make sure they're in the correct format (e.g., .wav) and match the original file names.
- Test the pitch changes in a sandbox session to avoid surprises during a job.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Derailvalley Mods
- Author
- Zeibach
- Version
- 2.2.0
- Downloads
- 21,528
- Endorsements
- 630
- Category
- Audio
- Created
- 12/23/2020
- Updated
- 9/8/2026
🔗 Required By 3 Mods
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
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