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DGT Bluetooth Electronic Chess Board in Walnut with Modern Staunton Pieces
€994.18or 3 × €331.39 interest-free-10 % : you save €110.46compared with the 2 items bought separatelyIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
DGT’s walnut Bluetooth board and the Modern Staunton electronic pieces in a single parcel: a complete wireless chess set, with no need to work out which set goes with which board.
- Board and pieces designed to work together, delivered in the same parcel
- 10% less than buying the board and pieces separately
- 24-hour battery, cables and Fritz software included in the board’s box
Board54 × 54 cm
King9.5 cm
ConnectionBluetooth or USB
Battery24 hours
In the set
- Walnut Bluetooth e-Board electronic chess board
- Modern Staunton electronic chess set, four queens
- USB cable
- USB mains adapter, US, UK and universal plugs
- Clock cable
- Fritz chess software, PlayChess.com subscription
- User manual, gift box
You will also need
- A Windows computer with Bluetooth, or the DGT PiWithout built-in Bluetooth, a USB adapter or the supplied cable provides the connection. On Mac or Linux, it's LiveChess.
More information
A wireless chess board, already complete
A DGT e-Board arrives without pieces, and an electronic chess set is of no use without a board. This set solves the problem with the walnut Bluetooth e-Board and the Modern Staunton set, which DGT showcases on this wood. You set up the pieces, pair the board with your computer, and every move is transmitted.
What you can do with it
The board sends your moves to a Windows computer or the DGT Pi: you can play against a program, train, or analyse without touching a mouse. As long as it is powered, it retains around 500 moves in memory, which you can retrieve in PGN format with LiveChess. The USB cable is used for charging and, if needed, as a wired connection; only one of the two connections works at a time.
Depending on your computer
- Windows: the board is first added as a Bluetooth device; then install Fritz and the DGT drivers to play, including on PlayChess.com.
- Mac and Linux: LiveChess handles the recording and broadcasting of games. Fritz and ChessBase do not work on Mac.
Pieces with a modern design
The Modern Staunton is a hand-shaped wooden set, with sharp lines and soft curves, on felt bases. The king stands 9.5 cm tall and the set weighs 830 g. This is the unweighted version.
Limitations to be aware of
DGT advises against Bluetooth connections in tournaments, where range can drop and transmission can be disrupted; its tournament boards are better suited to linking several chess boards together. The iPad and iPhone are not supported, and there is neither a driver nor an app from DGT for Android. The clock cable is included in the box; the DGT 3000 clock is included in the bundle with clock.
Specifications
- Board
- 54 × 54 cm, walnut, no coordinates
- Squares
- 5.5 × 5.5 cm
- Board weight
- 4.2 kg
- Pieces
- Wooden Modern Staunton, 9.5 cm king, 830 g per set
- Connections
- Bluetooth or USB, one at a time
- Battery
- Rechargeable Li-Ion, 24 hours of play
- Memory
- Around 500 moves
- Compatible clock
- DGT 3000, cable included
- Software
- Fritz and PlayChess.com (Windows), LiveChess (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Warranty
- 2 years
User manual
User manual for the Bluetooth e-Board, including the French-language section (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
What else do you need to play?
A Windows computer with Bluetooth, or the DGT Pi. The board, pieces, cables, mains adapter and Fritz software are included in the parcel.
Do you need a computer with Bluetooth?
To play wirelessly, yes: built-in Bluetooth or a USB adapter. Otherwise, the supplied USB cable connects the board to the computer.
Is the clock included?
No. The clock cable is included in the board's box, and the bundle with the DGT 3000 clock is also available.
Why is the bundle cheaper?
Both items travel in the same parcel. The bundle is sold 10% cheaper than the combined price of the board and pieces bought separately.
Does it work on Mac, iPad or Android?
On Mac, with the LiveChess software; Fritz does not work on it. The iPad and iPhone are not supported, and DGT offers neither a driver nor an app for Android.
Matching Guide
Choosing the right board size
A beautiful chess set rests on a simple balance: pieces well proportioned to the size of the squares. To choose a harmonious board, the most reliable guide is the diameter of the king's base.
Key guideline: ideally, the king's base takes up about 75% of the square.
Traditional wooden chess sets
| King height | King base diameter | Square size |
|---|---|---|
| 7,3 to 7,6 cm | 3,8 cm | 4,7 to 5,1 cm |
| 9,5 to 9,8 cm | 4,4 cm | 5,7 to 6 cm |
| 10,1 cm | 4,1 to 4,7 cm | 6 cm |
| 11,2 cm | 5 cm | 6,3 cm |
| 12,7 cm and above | 4,4 cm | 6,3 to 7 cm |
Metal, resin, pewter, brass or themed sets
| King base diameter | Square size |
|---|---|
| 2 to 2,4 cm | 2,8 to 3,5 cm |
| 2,5 to 2,9 cm | 3,5 to 4 cm |
| 3 to 3,4 cm | 4,3 to 5 cm |
| 3,5 to 3,9 cm | 4,8 to 6,2 cm |
| 4 to 4,5 cm | 6 to 8 cm |
A board that is too small can hamper moves and make the set look cluttered. Conversely, a board that is too large can break the harmony of the whole. The right size brings both playing comfort and elegance.
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In this set
The 2 items in the set
€1,104.64 bought separately, together here for €994.18
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I ordered a WWII-themed chess set for my son's 18th birthday and I was pleasantly surprised by the finish of the pieces and the quality of the weighting of the pawns. A good experience from A to Z. Thank you
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As an interior design professional, I attach great importance to interior accessories. The alabaster chess set is simply beautiful and my client is delighted with this find. A lovely discovery, thank you.
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The playing pieces are properly weighted and the felt is nice for moving them. Quality products, would recommend
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Hello, The chessboard I ordered has been delivered and the product is beautiful... I did receive the engraved plaque with my personalised message, it was delivered in a separate package and was already in my letterbox. Thank you for your speed and your unfailing support.
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Product as described, no bad surprises, well protected and sent on time. I'm satisfied. Engraved plate received the same day. Thanks.
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I'm not a big fan of buying this kind of product online, I like to see it before buying. But honestly nowadays it's become almost impossible to find a nice traditional chess set in shops. So I ordered a wooden model online and I'm really pleased with my purchase. The set is very pretty, the pieces are beautiful and it looks great in the living room. We play regularly with my husband and the rest of the time it's almost like decoration. The only small complaint I could make is that there isn't a huge choice of storage boxes when you have pieces that aren't Staunton. Otherwise nothing to say, very satisfied.
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Product matches the photo, no nasty surprises, well protected and sent on time. Thank you.
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I ordered a complete chess set and unfortunately the black king arrived broken, despite the parcel being very well packaged. I sent an email to customer service with a photo of the broken piece. They replied quickly and sent me a new king free of charge. The new piece arrived a few days later, very well protected and this time no issues at all. It can happen that a piece breaks during transport, even when well packaged. What matters most is the seller's reaction when there's a problem. And honestly, nothing to fault, it was simple and quick. Very satisfied with the after-sales service from Le Palais des Échecs.
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Lots (too many... ? ^-'^) of models, I had a hard time making my choice but by contacting them by email I got several personalised suggestions that really helped a lot. So overall a positive review of the service from Le Palais des Echecs. One small downside, a payment in instalments option would be welcome. Kind regards.
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