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DGT electronic chess board in palisander, Royal pieces and DGT Pi computer
€1,161.50or 3 × €387.17 interest-free-10 % : you save €129.06compared with the 3 items bought separatelyIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
The DGT Pi chess computer on a palisander USB board fitted with Royal pieces: a chess set that responds to your moves and times the game, without a PC, in a single package.
- Board, pieces and DGT Pi designed to work together, nothing to check
- 10% less than the three items bought separately
- DGT 3000 clock built into the DGT Pi: no clock to add
Board54 × 54 cm
King9.5 cm
ComputerDGT Pi, no PC needed
ClockBuilt-in DGT 3000
In the set
- USB e-Board electronic chess board in palisander
- Set of Royal electronic chess pieces, two queens per colour
- DGT Pi chess computer, built-in DGT 3000 clock
- 5V mains adapter with micro-USB plug, Europe, UK and US plug adapters
- Pre-installed micro SD card with SD adapter, USB cable
- 2 AA batteries
- USB-C cable and board clock cable
- Fritz chess software, PlayChess.com subscription
- Drawstring bag for the pieces
- User manuals for the DGT Pi and the DGT 3000
You will also need
- Optional: headphones or a speakerConnected to the DGT Pi's audio output, it announces the computer's moves aloud.
More information
Palisander (rosewood) and Royal, played against a machine
This bundle brings together the darkest version of the DGT chess board: the USB e-Board in palisander, the Royal electronic chess pieces, carved from the same wood, and the DGT Pi. DGT presents the Royal pieces in warm brown tones, which match the walnut or palisander e-Boards. The board recognises your moves, the DGT Pi responds: you play on wood, without a computer screen.
No clock to add
The DGT Pi has a DGT 3000 clock built in, so this bundle does not include another one. It times the game, and the lever switches between colours. The clock switches over by itself as soon as a move is made on the board. The DGT Pi can also be used on its own as a DGT 3000 clock, on its batteries, without a board.
The roles
- The palisander board detects each piece and each move. It comes with a USB-C cable and a drawstring bag for the pieces.
- The Royal pieces, in handcrafted wood, have a classic Staunton design with a finely carved knight and a felt base.
- The DGT Pi runs PicoChess, free software, on a Raspberry Pi 3, with twelve engines including Stockfish, from beginner to grandmaster level.
It offers normal, analysis and kibitz modes, as well as time controls per move, per game or Fischer. Its menu is available in French, English, German, Dutch and Spanish.
When a computer is connected
The board keeps its original functions. On Windows, Fritz is used for playing, training and analysing, and PlayChess.com for playing online; on Mac and Linux, LiveChess records and broadcasts games.
Limitations to be aware of
The DGT Pi only plays through a DGT e-Board, and moves cannot be entered by hand. It does not connect to the Pegasus, which is not relevant to this bundle. Fritz and ChessBase do not run on Mac, and DGT does not support iPad, iPhone or Android. The USB board is designed for individual use.
Specifications
- Board
- 54 × 54 cm, palisander
- Squares
- 5.5 × 5.5 cm
- Board weight
- 4.2 kg
- Pieces
- Royal in palisander, 9.5 cm king, 760 g per set, unweighted
- DGT Pi, computer
- Raspberry Pi 3, built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
- DGT Pi, software
- PicoChess, free software
- DGT Pi, engines
- Stockfish, Texel, Arasan, Rodent, Zurichess, Wylde Chess, Galjoen, Soyuri, Floyd, Laser, Robocide, Vajolet
- DGT Pi, menu languages
- French, English, German, Dutch, Spanish
- DGT Pi, clock
- DGT 3000, accurate to better than one second per hour
- DGT Pi, weight
- 320 g with 2 AA batteries
- Board, connection
- USB-C, via the supplied cable
- Board software
- Fritz and PlayChess.com (Windows), LiveChess (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Warranty
- 2 years for the board, pieces and DGT Pi
User manual
USB e-Board user manual, with the French section included (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a computer to play?
No. The DGT Pi plays against you through the board and acts as a clock, with its supplied 2 AA batteries and mains adapter.
Do you need to add a clock?
No: the DGT Pi contains a DGT 3000 clock, which times your games.
Are the Royal pieces weighted?
No, these are the standard version of the Royal pieces, weighing 760 g per set, with a felt base. Their king measures 9.5 cm.
What playing levels does the DGT Pi offer?
Twelve engines, including Stockfish, ranging from beginner level to grandmaster strength, with the PicoChess software.
Why does the bundle cost less?
The three items travel in the same package. The bundle is sold for 10% less than the sum of the three items bought separately.
Can you choose a different wood or different pieces?
Yes, each of the three items is also sold separately on its own page, with other board woods and other electronic chess sets available.
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 3 items in the set
€1,290.56 bought separately, together here for €1,161.50
Electronic Boards Without Pieces
DGT USB e-Board electronic chess board in rosewood, pieces not included
€594.84
or 3 × €198.28 interest-free
Pieces for electronic chess boards
€340.38
or 3 × €113.46 interest-free
DGT Cables and Connection
DGT Pi Chess Computer for DGT Electronic Chess Board, Board Not Included
€355.34
or 3 × €118.45 interest-free
Each item is also sold on its own at the price shown. As a set, you save €129.06.
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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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Very happy with my purchase from Le Palais des Echecs. Just a note, when you order, the engraving plate will arrive in a separate shipment, for me it came the same day. I recommend this shop, thanks!
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Yes, a good experience, my wife gave me a rosewood root set and it's a genuine pleasure to play with. The pieces are well weighted and were carefully protected. So thanks mainly go to my wife and to Le Palais des Échecs!
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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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Roman chess set received well. Nice finishes and well weighted pieces. Parcel OK. Thanks!
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A beautiful fantasy chess set. The pieces are original and well detailed. The grey board is elegant and goes very well with the fantasy style of the pieces. I'm very satisfied with my purchase.
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I ordered a very large folding chess set on the gladiator theme in mid-August, the figures are well made and what's handy is that you can store them inside the board which folds up.
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The chess pieces are superb, the board is classic and matches the photos. The parcel was well packaged and delivered quickly. Very satisfied with my purchase
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The ebony wood pieces are very pretty and match well with the board that was suggested. The customer service advisor by email gave me several suggestions based on my budget and my husband's preferences.
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I ordered a set for my nephew's birthday and he was very pleased. Delivered on time.
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I ordered a backgammon set as a birthday present, received it 4 days later, the person was pleased, one piece was damaged on arrival, they sent us a new piece after we called the telephone adviser
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