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DGT Ebony electronic chess pieces in ebony and boxwood, with DGT 3000 clock
€537.49or 3 × €179.16 interest-freeIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
The DGT Ebony electronic chess pieces, ebony for black and boxwood for white, with the DGT 3000 clock, for a DGT e-Board you already own. No board included in the bundle.
- Black pieces in ebony, white in boxwood, handcrafted, 9.8 cm king
- 5% less than DGT’s recommended prices
- FIDE-approved clock, 24 time controls, batteries included and 5-year guarantee
Boardnot included
King9.8 cm
Weight730 g
MaterialEbony and boxwood
In the set
- DGT Ebony electronic chess set: black pieces in ebony, white in boxwood
- Four queens, two per colour
- DGT 3000 clock
- 2 AA batteries for the clock
You will also need
- A DGT electronic chessboard you already ownThe board is not included in this bundle: without a USB, Bluetooth or tournament e-Board, or a Smart Board, neither the pieces nor the clock will receive any moves.
- A clock cable, only to connect the clock to the boardIt is included in the USB e-Boards' box; a tournament e-Board requires its connection kit, sold as a bundle with tournament boards. To play with the clock alone, nothing more is needed.
More information
A collector's set for your board
DGT describes the Ebony as the most luxurious of its electronic piece sets, designed for those who love collecting fine sets or playing quietly at home. The black pieces are carved from ebony, giving them their deep black colour, while the white pieces are made from boxwood, with its blond hue. Each piece is finished by hand, with felt under the base. The king measures 9.8 cm and the set, unweighted, weighs 730 g.
Which board to choose
DGT pairs these dark pieces with its wenge e-Board, and cites the Ebony on the USB wenge e-Board page as an example of dark pieces to match it with. The set also sits well on the walnut and rosewood e-Boards, both USB and Bluetooth, on tournament e-Boards and on the Smart Board. No board is included in this bundle.
The clock that completes the set
The DGT 3000 is the FIDE-approved clock that DGT designs for its electronic chessboards. Connected to the board, it shows the moves and times of the game; unplugged, it counts through 24 pre-programmed time controls plus 5 free settings. Its casing is red plastic and its screen measures 13 × 3.5 cm: it contrasts with the black and blond of the pieces.
Limitations to be aware of
- Without a DGT e-Board or Smart Board, the pieces transmit nothing.
- The DGT 3000 does not connect to the Pegasus, which comes with its own pieces.
- This bundle contains the unweighted version of the Ebony; DGT also makes this set with weighted pieces.
Specifications
- Pieces
- Ebony, ebony and boxwood, 9.8 cm king, 730 g set
- Queens
- Four, two per colour
- Piece base
- Felt
- Clock
- DGT 3000, FIDE-approved, 24 time controls, 5 free settings
- Clock screen
- 13 × 3.5 cm
- Clock power supply
- 2 AA batteries, 1.5 V
- Compatible boards
- DGT USB, Bluetooth and tournament e-Boards, Smart Board
- Guarantee
- 2 years for the pieces, 5 years for the clock
User manual
DGT 3000 clock instruction manual, including the French section (ZIP archive)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to already own an electronic chessboard?
Yes. The bundle includes neither a board nor a board cable: it equips a DGT e-Board or Smart Board you already own.
Do the Ebony pieces work on a walnut board?
Yes. DGT pairs them with wenge, but the set also works on walnut and rosewood, as well as on tournament e-Boards and the Smart Board.
Are the pieces weighted?
No, this bundle contains the standard 730 g version. DGT also offers the Ebony with weighted pieces.
How do I connect the clock?
Using the clock cable, included in the box with USB e-Boards. With a tournament e-Board, you will need the tournament connection kit, sold as a bundle with tournament boards.
What savings does the bundle offer?
The bundle is sold at 5% below DGT's recommended prices, in a single parcel.
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 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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