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DGT Electronic Chess Board in Walnut with Wooden Classic Pieces, Ready to Plug In
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DGT’s walnut USB board and its Classic electronic pieces, a wooden Staunton set with stained black pieces: a complete electronic chess board, delivered in a single parcel.
- Board and electronic pieces together: nothing to match or check
- 10% below DGT’s recommended prices for these two items
- Light whites against stained blacks: a position read at a glance
Board54 × 54 cm
King9.5 cm
PiecesClassic, 725g
ConnectionUSB-C
In the set
- Walnut USB e-Board electronic chess board
- Set of wooden Classic 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 moves to it via USB-C. Fritz runs on Windows; on Mac or Linux, it's LiveChess.
More information
A sharp contrast on warm wood
The walnut USB board and the Classic pieces form a set whose appeal is as visual as it is technical. The Classic pieces are a Staunton variant hand-shaped in wood, with the black pieces stained black and a sturdy knight. Against the light and brown squares of the walnut, the difference between the two sides is clear at a glance, even from a distance or in poor lighting.
Pieces for everyday play
DGT presents the Classic pieces as easily identifiable, designed for daily play. They weigh 725g per set in their unweighted version, with felt under the base so they glide without scratching the board. DGT shows them on its tournament boards in walnut, wenge and palisander (rosewood), which indicates that the pairing with walnut is intended. The board itself recommends lighter pieces; the Classic set instead opts for a marked contrast.
What the board does
Every move is recognised and sent to the computer via the USB-C cable. You can play against a program, analyse your games without touching the mouse, and record or broadcast a game live. The board stores around 500 moves. Without a computer, a DGT Pi can receive the moves.
Windows, Mac, Linux
- Windows: Fritz, included, for playing and analysing; with the DGT drivers, for playing on PlayChess.com.
- Mac and Linux: LiveChess, DGT's software.
Before you order
The clock is not included in this set, which is also available with the DGT 3000. DGT does not support iPad or iPhone, and provides no driver or app for Android. The USB board suits a standalone chess board rather than a wired tournament setup.
Specifications
- Board
- 54 × 54 cm, walnut
- Squares
- 5.5 × 5.5 cm
- Board weight
- 4.2 kg
- Pieces
- Wooden Classic, stained blacks, 9.5 cm king, 725g per set
- Board connection and power
- USB-C, via the included cable
- Internal memory
- Around 500 moves
- Software
- Fritz and PlayChess.com (Windows), LiveChess (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Warranty
- 2 years
User manual
Frequently asked questions
What are the Classic pieces?
An electronic Staunton set hand-shaped in wood, with the blacks stained black and a sturdy knight. They are unweighted in this set.
Do the Classic pieces suit the walnut board?
Yes, they work on this board and DGT features them on its walnut boards. The contrast is marked: light whites, stained blacks.
What else is needed to play?
A computer. The board, pieces, USB-C cable and Fritz software are all included in the parcel.
Can a clock be added?
The cable for a DGT 3000 is included in the board's box, and a set with the clock is also available.
What warranty applies?
2 years for both the board and the pieces.
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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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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