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DGT electronic tournament board in wenge, with coordinates: it records every move and can be linked in a chain to other chess boards. It arrives in its cover, without pieces or cables: plan for the connection kit.
The DGT tournament board comes in walnut, rosewood (palisander) and wenge. Wenge, dark in colour, carries coordinates around its edge, as rosewood does; walnut does not. Dimensions, electronics and connections remain the same across all three woods.
The board recognises the pieces placed on it and records the moves. What sets it apart from the USB e-Boards in the range is that it can be linked to other boards to form a chain, itself connected to a computer's USB or serial port. With LiveChess, DGT's free software, an organiser can record every game in the room and broadcast them live, on screens or online. A single chain can mix wooden boards and plastic Smart Boards.
Without the connection kit for the first board (DGT 25002), the board receives neither power nor a connection. With this kit, it does everything you would expect from an individual e-Board: recording your games, playing against a program or online, and accepting a DGT 3000 or a DGT Pi. Only adding it to a chain requires more. While powered, it stores around 500 moves, which LiveChess then exports in PGN format; unplug it while setting up and putting away the pieces, so as to keep the memory free for the game. Fritz software is not included.
The first-board kit, with its power supply, serves a chain of up to 12 chess boards. Each of the other 11 requires an additional kit (DGT 25003). To go beyond this, a second chain starts with a new first-board kit. The board's USB-C socket stays discreet on the table, and its power consumption is low.
A metal table top, or one resting on a metal frame, can disrupt piece detection, as can a screen, a loudspeaker or a power supply placed too close. If you never plan to form a chain, the USB e-Boards in the range do without a connection kit.
No. The first-board kit (DGT 25002) powers it and connects it to the computer; it is necessary even at home and is sufficient for all uses except chaining.
The wenge board and its canvas cover. No pieces, cables or Fritz software: you will need a set of DGT electronic pieces and the connection kit.
Yes, they appear around the edge, as on the rosewood version. Only the walnut version of this board does not have them.
Two: the DGT 3000, connected via the clock cable from the connection kit, and its Limited Edition. The DGT 2500 cannot be linked to e-Boards.
Yes. Wooden boards and plastic Smart Boards can be mixed in the same chain and use the same connection hardware.
Windows, Mac and Linux. This free DGT software records, exports and broadcasts games played on the board.
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.
| 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 |
| 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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The kit for the first board is required, even to play alone. Each board added to a tournament chain requires an additional kit as well.
DGT Cables and Connection
DGT First Tournament Board USB-C Connection Kit, board not included
DGT Cables and Connection
The board arrives without pieces. DGT photographs it in wenge with the Ebony, Classic, Royal, Timeless and official FIDE sets; all of its electronic sets are suitable, weighted or not.
Pieces for electronic chess boards
DGT Ebony electronic chess pieces in ebony and boxwood, unweighted version
Pieces for electronic chess boards
DGT Ebony electronic chess pieces in ebony and boxwood, weighted version
Pieces for electronic chess boards
DGT Classic Electronic Wooden Chess Pieces, Non-Weighted Version
Pieces for electronic chess boards
DGT Classic Electronic Chess Pieces in Wood, Weighted Version
The DGT 3000 and its Limited Edition connect to the board, the former via the kit's clock cable. The DGT Pi connects via the same kit's serial-to-USB converter.
DGT Chess Clocks
DGT 3000 FIDE-approved chess clock, connects to DGT e-Boards
DGT Chess Clocks
DGT 3000 Limited Edition Wood-Effect Chess Clock, FIDE-Approved
DGT Cables and Connection
DGT Pi Chess Computer for DGT Electronic Chess Board, Board Not Included
The cover is supplied with the board. The DGT carry bag also holds the pieces, a clock and accessories.
DGT Bags & Storage
DGT carrying bag for e-Board, pieces, clock and accessories, black
Customer reviews
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Pleasantly surprised by the delivery times, parcel received in 48 hours. Everything is as expected, the product even looks better than in the photos. Thank you for your professionalism.
✓ Avis VérifiésAgréablement surpris par les délais de livraison, colis reçu en 48H. Tout est conforme à mes attentes, produit rend même mieux qu'en photos. Merci pour votre sérieux.
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
✓ Avis VérifiésJ'ai commandé un jeu d'échec sur la seconde guerre mondiale pour l'anniversaire de mon fils (18 ans) et j'ai été agréablement surprise par la finition des pièces et la qualité de lestage des pions. Une bonne expérience de A à Z. Merci
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.
✓ Avis VérifiésProfessionnel en décoration d'intérieur j'accorde une importance capitale au accessoires d'intérieur. Le jeu d'échec en albâtre est tout simplement magnifique et mon client est ravi de cette trouvaille. Une belle découverte, merci.
The playing pieces are properly weighted and the felt is nice for moving them. Quality products, would recommend
✓ Avis VérifiésLes pièces de jeu sont correctement plombées et la feutrine agréable pour les déplacements. Produits de qualité à recommander
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.
★ TrustpilotBonjour, L'échiquier que j'ai commandé a bien été livré et le produit est magnifique... J'ai bien reçu la plaque gravée avec mon message personnalisé, elle était livrée dans un paquet séparé et déjà dans ma boite à lettre. Merci pour votre rapidité et votre support sans faille.
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!
✓ Avis VérifiésTrès satisfait de mon achat sur Le Palais des echecs. A noter quand vous commandez, la plaque de gravure arrivera dans un envoi séparé, pour moi c'est arrivé le même jour. Je recommande cette boutique, Merci!
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!
★ TrustpilotOui une bonne expérience, ma femme m'a offert un jeu en racine de palissandre et c'est un véritable plaisir à jouer. Les pièces sont bien plombées et étaient soigneusement protégées. C'est donc un remerciement surtout à ma femme et au Palais des echecs!
Product as described, no bad surprises, well protected and sent on time. I'm satisfied. Engraved plate received the same day. Thanks.
✓ Avis VérifiésProduit conforme, pas de mauvaise surprise, bien protégé et envoyé dans les temps. Je suis satisfaite. Plaque gravée reçu le même jour. Merci.
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.
✓ Avis VérifiésJe ne suis pas une grande adepte des achats sur internet pour ce genre de produit, j’aime bien voir avant d’acheter. Mais franchement aujourd’hui c’est devenu presque impossible de trouver un beau jeu d’échecs traditionnel dans les magasins. Du coup j’ai commandé en ligne un modèle en bois et je suis vraiment contente de mon achat. Le jeu est très joli, les pièces sont belles et il rend super bien dans le salon. On joue régulièrement avec mon mari et le reste du temps il sert presque de décoration. Le seul petit reproche que je pourrais faire, c’est qu’il n’y a pas énormément de choix pour les coffrets de rangement quand on a des pièces qui ne sont pas des Staunton. Sinon rien à redire, très satisfaite.
Product matches the photo, no nasty surprises, well protected and sent on time. Thank you.
★ TrustpilotProduit conforme à la photo, pas de mauvaise surprise, bien protégé et envoyé dans les temps. Merci.
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.
✓ Avis VérifiésJ’ai commandé un jeu d’échecs complet et malheureusement le roi noir est arrivé cassé, malgré un colis qui était pourtant très bien emballé. J’ai envoyé un mail au service client avec une photo de la pièce cassée. Ils m’ont répondu rapidement et m’ont renvoyé un nouveau roi sans rien me faire payer. La nouvelle pièce est arrivée quelques jours après, très bien protégée et cette fois aucun souci. Ça peut arriver qu’une pièce se casse pendant le transport, même quand c’est bien emballé. Ce qui compte surtout, c’est la réaction du vendeur quand il y a un problème. Et là franchement rien à redire, ça a été simple et rapide. Très satisfait du service après-vente du Palais des Échecs.
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.
✓ Avis VérifiésBeaucoup (trop... ? ^-'^) de modèles, j'ai eu beaucoup de mal à faire mon choix mais en les contactant par email j'ai eu plusieurs propositions personnalisées qui ont vraiment beaucoup aidé. C'est donc un avis positif au global sur la prestation du palais des echecs. Petit bémol, un paiement en plusieurs fois serait le bienvenue. Bien cordialement.
Roman chess set received well. Nice finishes and well weighted pieces. Parcel OK. Thanks!
✓ Avis Vérifiésjeu d'échec romain bien reçu. Belles finitions et pièces bien lestées. Colis OK. Merci!
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.
✓ Avis VérifiésUn beau Jeu d'echecs fantasy. Les pièces sont originales et bien détaillées. Le plateau gris est élégant et va très bien avec le style fantasy des pieces. Je suis très satisfaite de mon achat.
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.
✓ Avis VérifiésJ'ai commandé mi aout un très grand jeu d'échec pliable sur le thème des gladiateurs, les personnages sont bien reussis et ce qui est pratique c'est qu'on peut les ranger dans l'échiquier qui est pliable.
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
✓ Avis VérifiésLes pieces d echecs sont superbes, l echiquier est classique et conforme aux photos. Le colis etait bien emballe et livre rapidement. Tres satisfaite de mon achat
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.
✓ Avis Vérifiésles pieces en bois d ebene sont tres jolies et bien assorties a l echiquier qui a ete propose. La conseillere clientele par e mail m a fiat plusieurs propositions en fonction de mon budget et des preferences de mon mari.
I ordered a set for my nephew's birthday and he was very pleased. Delivered on time.
✓ Avis Vérifiésj ai commande un jeu pour mon neveu pour son anniversaire il a ete tres content. Livraison dans les temps.
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
★ Trustpilotj ai commande un backgammon pour un cadeau d'anniversaire je l ai recu 4 jours apres la personne etait contente, une piece etait abimee a la reception ils nous ont renvoye une piece neuve apres avoir appele la conseillere telephonique
Very satisfied, needed 24h delivery for an urgent gift. Possible by contacting customer service directly. The parcel was received on time and packaged +++ Reliable site
★ TrustpilotTrès satisfaite, besoin d'une livraison en 24h pour offrir un cadeau d'urgence. Possible en contactant directement le service client. Le colis a bien été reçu dans les temps et emballé +++ Site sérieux
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