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DGT Walnut Electronic Chess Board with Modern Staunton Pieces, Ready to Connect
€805.10or 3 × €268.37 interest-free-10 % : you save €89.45compared with the 2 items bought separatelyIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
DGT’s walnut USB board and the Modern Staunton electronic pieces, the design DGT has registered: a complete electronic chess set in a single parcel.
- The light pieces DGT pairs with walnut, already chosen for you
- 10% less than buying the board and pieces separately
- USB-C cable and Fritz software included: all that’s missing is the computer
Board54 × 54 cm
King9.5 cm
PiecesModern Staunton
ConnectionUSB-C
In the set
- Walnut USB e-Board electronic chess board
- Set of wooden Modern Staunton electronic pieces, four queens
- USB-C cable and clock cable
- Fritz chess software, PlayChess.com subscription
- Drawstring bag for the pieces
You will also need
- A computerThe board sends it the moves via USB-C. Fritz runs on Windows; on Mac or Linux, it's LiveChess.
More information
A design DGT has made its own
The Modern Staunton pieces are the result of DGT's quest for a modern standard for chess pieces: the design is registered by the brand. It draws on the Staunton every player knows, with crisp edges and gentle curves, so the feel in hand remains familiar. They are hand-shaped wood, with felt bases.
The pairing the brand suggests
The page for the walnut USB e-Board itself cites the Modern Staunton among the pieces that pair best with this board, thanks to their lighter tone. The set weighs 830g in its unweighted version, with a 9.5cm king. The walnut squares and the light pieces remain close in tone: the whole is understated, without the sharp contrast of a set with very dark black pieces.
What the board does with your games
Every move played is recognised and then sent to the computer via USB-C. You can play against a program, record the game, replay it on screen afterwards, or broadcast it live online. The board holds around 500 moves in memory. A DGT Pi can replace the PC.
Depending on your system
- Windows: Fritz for playing and analysing; with the DGT drivers, for playing on PlayChess.com.
- Mac and Linux: LiveChess, DGT's software, for recording and broadcasting.
Limits of the set
No clock here: a bundle with the DGT 3000 is available. iPad and iPhone are not supported by DGT, Android has neither driver nor DGT app, and the USB board is not designed to link several boards together for a tournament.
Specifications
- Board
- 54 × 54 cm, walnut
- Squares
- 5.5 × 5.5 cm
- Board weight
- 4.2 kg
- Pieces
- Wooden Modern Staunton, 9.5cm king, 830g per set, felt underneath
- Board connection and power
- USB-C, via the supplied cable
- Internal memory
- Around 500 moves
- Software
- Fritz and PlayChess.com (Windows), LiveChess (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Guarantee
- 2 years
User manual
Frequently asked questions
What are the Modern Staunton pieces?
The piece design registered by DGT: a modern Staunton, hand-shaped in wood, with crisp edges and gentle curves.
Do they go with the walnut board?
Yes: DGT cites the Modern Staunton among the pieces that pair with this board, for their lighter tone.
Are the pieces weighted?
No, this is the standard version, at 830g per set.
What do I need to add?
A computer, connected to the board via the supplied USB-C cable. Fritz is supplied for Windows; on Mac or Linux, LiveChess.
Can a clock be added?
The cable for a DGT 3000 is already included in the board's box, and a bundle with the clock is also 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 2 items in the set
€894.55 bought separately, together here for €805.10
Electronic Boards Without Pieces
DGT USB e-Board Electronic Chess Board in Walnut, Sold Without Pieces
€562.25
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Pieces for electronic chess boards
DGT Modern Staunton Wooden Electronic Chess Pieces, Unweighted
€332.30
or 3 × €110.77 interest-free
Each item is also sold on its own at the price shown. As a set, you save €89.45.
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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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