Busy Railroad Saturday In Central Florida

[@haaseshouseoscience6377]

Danny does a GREAT JOB! And he is one of the best!

[@lewisbradford3305]

He is the best

[@kevinmahernz]

Yes this channel's definitely one of the best

[@seankaiser2505]

Finally my two years of a jazz performance degree is helping me! That horn at 1:42 which you like so much is actually fouled. It's a standard tuning K5LA where the 5 bell, the highest note, is fouled and brought down about a whole step. Standard tuning for a K5LA from the lowest to highest bells is D#, F#, G#, B, D#, resulting in a very pleasant "Major 6" chord. However, when the 5 bell (the high D#) is fouled and the pitch drops a whole step, it result in a B 6(9) chord which is a slightly cooler sound which is often used in chordal, floating sections of songs to provide a little more interesting harmony to what would be a relatively bland chord. Getting even more music-theory involved, the notes that make up this fouled tuning are also the same notes that make up the pentatonic scale, which is one of the most common sets of notes in popular music. I also really love the sound of K5LA's which are fouled like that. Edit: got the timestamp wrong.

[@316minister]

Awesome explanation Sean! I was rushing home to comment on this as a former working musician and a Musicians Institue grad, I was totally excited to hurry up and respond. No need to though. And also many thanks for the details on the equipment spec on the K5LA. I wish I had one at hom. If only to look at it every now and then :). KUDO's on the whole post, Sir! Danny should really appreciate this. Cheers!

[@distantsignal]

Thanks for that explanation, Sean! I'm always fascinated to know about locomotive horn tunings. I wonder, "who decided on that chord?" What I REALLY like are the minor chords. Those seem to be disappearing, too. I guess smart people at FRA, AAR and Nathan figure this stuff out as to which is most effective. Thanks again. DH

[@capitolabill1921]

Curious, I'm hearing C Major, 2d inversion (G, C (root), E. 1:42

[@TheChaosJohnson]

@@distantsignal Not sure exactly who decided on the chord, but Amtrak was the one who, in conjunction with Nathan, developed the Airchime K5LA for their locomotives to give them a more "cheerful" sound when approaching and departing a station.

[@dannylittle6766]

The local at 2:42 also has a K5LA, but is the newer cast and sounds uglier for some reason.

[@SirChaosS]

gotta love that Florida weather, where it can go from sunny to downpour and back to sunny in minutes with little or no warning. glad you were able to get yourself and the equipment back into the truck without getting completely soaked.

[@BornToPun7541]

DH, I actually like it when you're able to capture footage of Amtrak trains.

[@TheRailroadCrossingChannel]

The minute people got the notification: EVERYBODY RUN TO YOUR DEVICE!

[@jaredklock8754]

It's a Madhouse!

[@jjwood7607]

The Railroad Crossing Channel Yeah

[@joshsadventures1776]

I always thought those lightning bolts were just design. Now I know exactly what they mean, thanks to you! I greatly appreciate your commentary, it helps me understand the video better. Wonderful job Danny!

[@joshsadventures1776]

12time12 no I don’t, but I’m sure someone else does around here..

[@tommyd227]

STUPENDOUS JOB DANNY!!!!!! LONG TIME SUBSCRIBER... ALWAYS WILL BE. KEEP UP THE FANTASTIC WORK!! STAY SAFE!!!!!

[@BeyondtheRailz]

I just started freaking out with glee. Danny, thank you.so much for risking your health to entertain us in this dumpster fire we all call 2020. Much respect in any day or night.

[@blackshadow3132]

Um, he's not reallly risking his health. He's outside and not around people.

[@AndreiTupolev]

I would think, to anyone with any logic, the chances of risking one's health out in the countryside watching trains was absolutely *zero*

[@jovetj]

And there's not really a risk at all. Don't buy in to the hyperbole hysteria.

[@shariys1]

@@jovetj - oh please don't tell us it's a hoax ... 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@jeffdamelio]

Just this morning I was wondering, "Gee, we haven't heard from Danny lately. Getting to be about that time."

[@sandywatson9702]

Former train order operator here. Lakeland Yard (YD) Tampa Northern (TN ) Winston Yard (WN), QD Tampa Union Station, Yeoman (MO), RockPORT yard, mulberry yard, Clewiston, Moore Haven, Immokalee. 1973 to Dec 1984. Good memories. BrucE Watson

[@rickwatts7885]

Another great presentation! This is by far the best channel on KZbin if your interested in or learning about trains and the railroad industry! Thank you again for your hard work showing the world about trains!

[@Steve-xf4uv]

As a Canadian railfan who travels ( sorry travalled) to Florida every year for railfanning and Sebring's 12 hour race, you Danny are the only Florida contact for railfanning during this pandemic. As you know we cannot cross the border except for emergencies and railfanning is not considered an emergency. When you are able to get out and share your experetise with us, please do as we are many who wait for the notifications ! Great job Danny.

[@johnmanley5543]

Anybody giving a "thumbs down" for Danny's videos must be pretty hard to please! Another great one! A lot of "lightening bolt" power down your way, Danny!

[@dougferrell7066]

I've never understood thumbs down on Danny's videos. Everyone I've ever seen is excellent. He is the only one i've seen that adds the voice over and radio traffic. Camera shots are outstanding... especially when he has his drone up!

[@jovetj]

@@dougferrell7066 I suppose the world would be boring if we were all the same... but, people who don't like bacon or chocolate or being out in the sun or Danny Harmon's videos do make one scratch their head...

[@JL-yl8gd]

I knew he had to do tv or radio. His voice is made for it and his videos are so well done. Radio and tv since 1978. Thank you sir

[@trains2u185]

no one will ever be as good as Danny

[@williamwaithe5359]

Thanks. Your video made my day here in Toronto in my train room. Good quality views and no annoying music!

[@Mike-tg7dj]

You are the best simply put. I could watch your videos all day if I could. I have been a train fan since the days of the L&N. I'd spend summers at my aunt and uncle's house watching trains as the rolled out of Nashville to Chattanooga and points south. I remember the old F units, GP7s, U-25s, the best was the work trains that were set out for MOW. They were always doing something to the mainline. Those were the days.

[@aidentaylor1833]

If you need to know something about trains or anything about the railroad, this is the man. Thanks Danny!

[@colinmulder6806]

What better way to relieve quarantine than sitting back & watching the latest work from Distant Signal's Danny Harmon.

[@StashTreasure]

Thank you for the videos Danny. As a healthcare worker that is now on covid house arrest this time around, they're a nice surprise. Stay safe.

[@gregbakke8296]

I'm a little late to the table on some of these videos but man, I'm addicted! This guy is the best.

[@johncopple7128]

Glad to see you back Danny. Enjoy your videos so much. Thanks!

[@beulahpowell1478]

We always love watching your videos Danny. Thank you

[@dale2171]

I was just getting ready to write you and ask for a new video. Great job as always please keep the coming.

[@georgettedebuhr2660]

Danny Harmon should win an awards. His videos are the best.😄👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jeffreygosselin1143]

Your narration is SUPERB!!! BRAVO!!!!!!!!

[@distantsignal]

Thank you kindly!

[@BaltimoreAndOhioRR]

Thumbs up as always! 😊✔

[@mrfunstrains]

Yep

[@scottgibson6735]

yep,me too!

[@CarsSimplified]

Lots of familiar locations in this one! Another great video. You pointed out one of the signs behind you at the end and although it's not the one you mentioned here, I keep seeing that "LOOK OUT FOR THE CARS" sign, and want one for my garage. Between automotive enthusiasts, rail fans, and fans of the band The Cars, I imagine those signs are in high demand.

[@KingNothing7]

Thank you for all of the hard work you do to make these videos ! Any time I’m stressed or anxious I watch your videos and I’m at peace! Much respect

[@distantsignal]

Wow! Thanks, Guy, for some a fine compliment. I'm gratefull.

[@lizdini722]

I could listen to you all day Danny. You are so knowledgeable, it’s scary. Keep it up.

[@randybusbee3456]

I have learned so much this year about the railroads thanks Danny

[@distantsignal]

Glad I could help, Randy

[@franksita4719]

Glad you sent us another video, Danny, and you did not get wet with those Florida rain storms. Thanks for another video!

[@buzzydeft]

Thanks Danny, great video.

[@martinmcneese6351]

We can always rely on Danny for great vids and info! Thanks for the excellent work that you do Danny. It was your videos that got me into railfanning.

[@thomasboyce1060]

Have always liked your videos, would love to see more of downtown Lakeland if you have any. Anywhere around Lakeland would also be good. Thanks for the great videos and keep them coming.👍😀

[@traditionallarry5378]

Danny being up here in New Jersey it’s great to see all the Florida rail operations,really great videos and you have such a pleasant sounding voice,thanks.

[@dave_n8pu]

I live in northern Michigan, near the 'pinky' finger, almost no trains at all around here except maybe a tourist train once in a great while, so I gave up trying to find some 'action' on the air and mostly watch this channel on KZbin to get my 'fix'.

[@Mikey82688]

I used to go railfanning in Northeast Jersey

[@traditionallarry5378]

@@Mikey82688 where in Jersey

[@Delirious365]

A classic video. 🎥💯✔

[@hodges-hg6ck]

Just spent a week in FL from OH. Thanks for keeping the state open.

[@distantsignal]

Thank you for visiting. I think every state could stay open if everyone just took the precautions.

[@TowerClimber81]

Another great production Danny! Thank you for the awesome videos! -Josh Illinois

[@stanwhite5135]

Another great job. Every time you post a new video it's like opening a Christmas package. You never disappoint!

[@jacks4733]

Keep 'em coming! I always wondered what the lightning bolts indicated. Thanks. The day you don't learn something is a wasted day!

[@donelder8338]

Love your videis as an old Southern Railway employee. (1959-1973, then IC from 1973 to retirement

[@SaintLouisLines]

Another great video, Danny. Every one is informative and a pleasure to watch.

[@rrad8106]

I could watch this all day!

[@distantsignal]

Thanks!

[@Railfan62]

Danny your videos never disappoint us.

[@MartinMazur]

Danny. You make these videos informative and entertaining. Thanks.

[@gustavosuarez3801]

VERY GOOD JOB DONE DANNY FOR NOW ON I WILL WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS BECAUSE I WILL RETIRE FROM AMTRAK AFTER 26 YEARS OF SERVICE SO TRAIN IS PART OF MY LIFE SO KEEP DOING THOSE WELL DONE VIDEO

[@stevenleavitt8220]

Thank you so much for all your videos!!!! Very entertaining and educational!!!!!

[@robertconquest5497]

Enjoy every one of your videos, you teach model railroaders how railroads work

[@jeanpatrickvincent5284]

I'am a french railroad man now retired and I follow your videos; very nice job! Bonjour de France!

[@AndreiTupolev]

That's a marvellous aerial view of the yard. Looks just like a model layout. Seems to be laid out on a rather sharp curve.

[@gregbowen617]

Drop everything!!! Danny Harmon has posted!! Another excellent video from the master of the rails... Australia says hello..

[@stephaneduguay7267]

Danny you are just great, a natural born professional. You know your stuff really well and the contents that your showing us is just to good 👍I want to thankyou for all those very well made videos that you share with us. 🎥😉

[@tmalfieri1]

Your voice is so soothing, rich and professional! Plus, you so very much about the train industry!!! Wow!

[@distantsignal]

Thanks for those kind words.

[@ApproachMedium]

Great video, Danny!

[@FrogandFlangeVideo]

Another extremely entertaining and educational film. Thanks Danny.

[@jc3Trains]

Best videos on the website ! Your voice gives me old pentrex train videos vibes I used to grow up on those. Love the videos!

[@ollieahokas9179]

Always a treat to see your videos, they are by far the best executed of any here in KZbin. Cheers from Sweden!

[@distantsignal]

Thanks so much Ollie! I always count on your support. Hope all is good for you in Sweden. The U.S. media holds up your country as the standard in the fight against COVID-19

[@FDNY8231]

Danny, CSX 84 has a Nathan K5LA and is tuned to a B Major 6th chord: D#, F#, G#, B, D#. It's also my favorite horn, and that one sounds perfect

[@canyontiger4022]

You’re videos always make my day that much brighter. Thank you for your excellent videos. I’ve enjoyed them over the years.

[@johnherman1299]

I'm from Texas but spent alot of time in the Tampa area. I love your videos and really enjoy railfanning in FL. Keep them coming.

[@MadMarty93]

Love your videos Danny. As somebody from the UK with ambitions to model Canadian/American Railroads, they are full of great information on realistic operations. Keep the videos coming and keep safe out there during these unprecedented times!

[@gordonbillinghurst2966]

Accidentally came upon your channel about a month ago, and subscribed, as I found you to be very informative. The videos, are fantastic. I am from Canada, and eventually when this Covid thing is over, I would like to visit Florida. Keep up the good work Danny .

[@Bryanja81]

I can watch your videos all day!

[@Eduardomd54]

I am enjoying very much the quality of your videos ! your edition, your comments, the sound of the trains. Thank you . Greetings from Tabasco - México. I am a rail fan, but here in Villahermosa where I live, there is not even one track of RR ! It´s a shame !

[@dmorgan28]

Another awesome video Danny. Enjoyed it. Thanks 👍👍👍❤️

[@JoshSmith-tl1sj]

Only KZbin channel that I drop everything when I get a new video notification! Keep up the outstanding work!

[@djmario79]

Always great videos. Thanks DH!

[@richardsylvanus2717]

Love the mix of trains and driving around showing your neck of the woods. Our nation is so diverse. 🥰

[@apsiodtu]

Live on the other side of the country. Washington State. Been watching for about a year. So enjoy your commentary and camera work. I learn so much of the tiny details of railroading from you and I'm sure for a 10/15 minute video it takes hours with editing and for that I thank you. Keep safe and see you out on there on the high iron, some where.

[@bigfoot4148]

It has been some time now that I've been watching your channel. I love the way you give information, as you go through the video and from place to place, about the trains, where they're coming from and where they're going. I too am very interested in trains as well but I especially love the history behind them. Thank you for doing such a magnificent job in narrating and photography. I appreciate all you do for us, thank you again… Bye for now

[@jec9126]

Thank you for clarifying the lighting bolts. I always wondered why and what it meant. Knowledge gained

[@davrober48]

Love your videos. Anytime Im in the dumps or tired of the race I pull up a couple of Danny harmon train videos plus its kind of a nice end to a long day beore bed. Thanks for doing these and sharing your knowledge. Love the sign off at the end.

[@fatlarry1184]

First timer. Enjoyed your presentation...professional, informative and clear.

[@zoewlazlak3231]

I hope your videos never end also I've been watching since 2018 thank you for the video

[@happycommentator6773]

Great job Danny!! I really appreciate your videos. 👍🇺🇸

[@AlbertaBoundRailfanning]

Well, you learn something new every day! I had no idea what those lightning bolts on CSX locos were for... I though they were just decoration! Amazing video once again Danny, the production level of these videos are insane!

[@jackgreen412]

I really enjoy your videos. The narration is what makes them superior. I live a little over a mile from the NS crescent corridor in NE Tennessee so I catch some good trains. Keep up the excellent work!

[@tomschmidt3165]

Thanks for enduring the good ole Florida heat to bring us some enjoyment Danny

[@HHopebringer]

Got a chance to see a refurbished SD90MAC (now an SD70ACU) on Canadian Pacific; I've never seen such a clean paint job on CP Rail in Wisconsin - most of the time, they tend towards the dirtier side of things. Also caught a low-numbered BNSF locomotive and I briefly wondered if CSX had misplaced an engine in La Crosse at the big yard, hah. Nice work, Danny! Always a pleasure to hear your voice.

[@ChrisMarshallUS]

Thank you for these videos, I have enjoyed many of them and thank you for your commentary on the trains, cargo, and destinations.

[@distantsignal]

Much appreciated Chris.

[@jamesrand2233]

Danny iam from New YORK and really enjoy all of your videos,thanks!

[@darrellmillner930]

I just discovered you recently as part of an email from my local Model Train Club. I'm flat out excited and enjoying your videos. Being in the Byron (Macon) GA area I appreciate the inspiration to drive south and watch the rails. Keepem coming. Thank you.

[@markrickard4795]

Hi danny loved your comment on committees having served on cms on my railway model club thanks for yr videos it helps greatly with lockdowns in ireland ttys

[@shariys1]

Danny, you're just about as entertaining and informative as it gets. You've been showing me around ever since I got down here to my little slice of the S-line four years ago. Thanks!

[@Normal1855]

I always look forward too your videos. They're already great.

[@garyquelch5827]

Thanks so much Danny I really enjoy your videos..Gary from Australia

[@sparkybluefox]

It's great to see another fantastic video by you ! You are world class ! SBF

[@tomcarto6401]

Danny: I am new to your videos and I have been very, VERY impressed with your knowledge and detail of railroading. I grew up on a farm in north central Ohio that had a B&O (Later Chessie System) line running through it. (it's a bike trail now!) I could hear the horn about three crossings down (it was mostly a northbound single track) and I would run to the track to watch them roll by. I've been a fan ever since. I especially enjoy your detail on older rail equipment such as signals, switches, and signs. Fascinating stuff! Keep up the great postings, as I hope you never get tired of it!!

[@WayneKline]

Anther great video Danny, thank you very much. Very entertaining & educational.

[@blakemcnamara9105]

Glad to see some old style searchlight signals. I didn't realise that there were any really left.

[@ilcicero63]

First time I saw this. Thank you Danny. I am from the Boston area and don't get to see enough freight trains in these parts!!

[@josephpalmieri3095]

Thanx Danny! You help us shut-ins stay sane. Take care.

[@class8866]

Well done video ! Greetings from Germany ! KEEP ON RAILROADING !

[@georgemiksch4379]

Another great video! Thanks for explaining the lightning bolts on the power units.

[@stonewall3041]

As always Danny, great video!

[@tomhughes9639]

good day viewing. As always, thanks for sharing.

[@TheVideoSteve]

Always the best RR videos. I look fwd to each one. Keep up the great work DH. A fan from East TN

[@TolgaEastCoast]

Awesome video Danny! I got to see/hear some of that power when i snuck over a couple weeks ago. The BV ops never cease to be interesting.

[@tropicalrailroadproduction5028]

hi

[@geac9100]

Your videos of the BV are a constant reminder of my old stomping ground. I've since moved to NE Alabama prepping for what is to come, armed to the teeth. It might be an idea you should think about, when a mass exodus occurs there's going to be cars running out of gas and I-75 will be mayhem. Get out of there! Your vids are always top notch Danny.

[@distantsignal]

Well let's hope that day is not soon too in our future.

[@walterryan4062]

I love watching your videos! I learn something new each time I watch; today's lesson being the lightning bolt. I used to live in Lakeland and would spend time watching trains being built at Winston Yard. I now live in Ft. Myers, where we only get two Seminole Gulf Railway trains a week. I might have to plan on some railfan time during my next visit with family in Lakeland. I’m sure you spend a lot of time with post-production. Thank you for all your video posts, they are truly great to watch!

[@distantsignal]

Thanks very much Walter. Yep, Lakeland is as good as railfanning gets in Central Florida. You're right. I do spend a lot fo time on post-production. Sometimes it's fatiguing, but it's always nice when it's finished.