Experience a short but atmospheric suburban run on the S8 line from Prague Main Station to Praha-Braník, filmed in 8K 360 and reframed to 4K 16:9 with Surround Audio powered by Zoom.
This service uses a ČD Class 814 Regionova — a lightweight diesel multiple unit rebuilt from the iconic Class 810. Known for its distinctive hydromechanical gear-shift sound and loud metallic braking, this train offers one of the most mechanical and characterful sound profiles on the Prague network. The sharp, scraping brake noise you hear when arriving into stations is typical of this unit’s older disc/tread braking system.
The route moves south from the centre through Vršovice, Kačerov, and Krč, before reaching the riverside at Braník, where tram connections continue deeper into Prague.
🎧 Audio: Captured using the Zoom H2 Essential for full spatial immersion.
🚆 Train: ČD Class 814 Regionova (DMU)
📍 Route: Praha hlavní nádraží → Praha-Braník
🎥 Style: Full end-to-end, no commentary, pure ambience.
🔧 Train Technical Notes – Gearbox & Braking Sounds
The service is operated by a ČD Class 814 Regionova, a rebuilt diesel multiple unit equipped with a Voith hydromechanical transmission. This setup creates the distinctive gear-shift feel during acceleration, often sounding similar to a semi-automatic gearbox. When arriving into stations, the Regionova’s older disc and tread brake system produces a noticeably metallic scraping noise, a normal characteristic of this unit. These raw mechanical sounds are a signature feature of the Regionova fleet and are captured authentically in this recording.
Perfect for anyone who enjoys raw diesel acoustics, Prague suburban lines, or immersive real-time railway recordings.
00:00 Prague Main Station (Praha hlavní nádraží)
03:44 Vršovice
08:37 Praha-Kačerov
11:10 Krč
14:46 Praha-Braník
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• Transport for London (London Underground, Overground, Elizabeth Line)
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