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DGT electronic walnut chess board with weighted plastic pieces, ready to plug in
€639.25or 3 × €213.08 interest-freeIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
DGT’s USB e-Board in walnut together with a set of weighted electronic plastic pieces, the brand’s more affordable option: a complete electronic chess set in a single parcel.
- Board and electronic pieces designed to work together, with no compatibility to check
- 10% below DGT’s recommended prices for these two items
- USB-C cable and Fritz software included in the box: all that’s missing is the computer
Board54 × 54 cm
King9.5 cm
PiecesPlastic, weighted
ConnectionUSB-C
In the set
- Walnut USB e-Board electronic chess board
- Set of weighted electronic plastic 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 wooden board, plastic pieces
This set pairs two different kinds of material. The board is walnut, the wood DGT describes as the most classic and one of the most common in tournaments. The pieces are quality plastic, described by the brand as virtually unbreakable, tournament-sized, with a weight in each piece and felt under the base. For the player who wants a wooden electronic chess board without paying for wooden pieces, this is the most direct option.
A deliberate choice
For walnut, DGT recommends lighter wooden pieces, such as the Modern Staunton or Timeless sets. Yet the plastic pieces are listed among those matched to the board: their strong contrast reads well on light and dark squares, and you can handle them without worrying about knocks or drops. If the look of wood matters most to you, look instead at sets with wooden pieces; if you want a set that earns its keep on the club or living-room table, this one does the job.
What you can do with it
The board tracks each piece and sends every move to the computer. You can play against a program, record your games in PGN format, analyse them afterwards, or broadcast a game live. It holds around 500 moves in memory. A DGT Pi, the brand's own chess computer, can also receive the moves instead of a PC.
Depending on your computer
- Windows: Fritz is used to play and analyse; to play online on PlayChess.com, install Fritz and the DGT drivers.
- Mac and Linux: LiveChess, DGT's own software, records and broadcasts your games.
What this set doesn't include
It doesn't include a clock: the set with the DGT 3000 exists for that. iPad and iPhone aren't supported, Android has neither a driver nor an app from DGT, and this USB board isn't 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
- Weighted plastic, 9.5 cm king, 990 g per set, felt base
- 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)
- Warranty
- 2 years
User manual
USB e-Board user manual, including the French-language section (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
Are the pieces made of wood?
No, they're quality plastic, weighted and felted underneath. The board itself is walnut; sets with wooden pieces are also available.
Do these plastic pieces work with this board?
Yes. DGT lists the plastic pieces among those matched to the USB e-Board, and all of its electronic piece sets are compatible with it.
What's missing to start playing?
A computer. The board, the pieces, the USB-C cable and the Fritz software are all included in the box.
Is the clock included?
No. The cable to connect a DGT 3000 is included in the board's box, and a set with the clock is also available.
Does it work on Mac, iPad or Android?
On Mac, with LiveChess; Fritz and ChessBase don't run there. iPad and iPhone aren't supported, and DGT provides 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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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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