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DGT Modern Staunton wooden electronic chess pieces and DGT 3000 clock
€433.36or 3 × €144.45 interest-freeIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
The DGT Modern Staunton electronic chess set, unweighted, with the DGT 3000 clock, in a single parcel for a DGT e-Board you already own. No board included.
- A design patented by DGT: sharp edges, soft curves, faceted knight
- 830 g set, 9.5 cm king, with two queens per colour
- FIDE-approved clock, 24 time controls, 2 AA batteries supplied, 5-year warranty
Boardnot included
King9.5 cm
Weight830 g
ClockDGT 3000
In the set
- Set of DGT Modern Staunton electronic pieces, white and black
- Four queens, two per colour
- DGT 3000 clock
- 2 AA batteries for the clock
You will also need
- A DGT electronic chess board you already ownThe board is not included in the set: without a USB, Bluetooth or tournament e-Board, or a Smart Board, neither the pieces nor the clock will receive moves.
- A clock cable, only needed to connect the clock to the boardIt is included in the box with USB e-Boards; a tournament e-Board requires its connection kit, sold separately. To play with the clock alone, nothing more is needed.
More information
A redesigned Staunton, a benchmark clock
The Modern Staunton emerged from DGT’s quest to offer a modern standard for the chess piece. The design, patented by the brand, keeps the Staunton silhouette while introducing sharper lines and softer curves; the knight, with its faceted head, shows this clearly. The pieces are shaped by hand in wood, with felt under each base, and DGT promises a familiar feel in hand despite this new design.
Ready for your board
The set weighs 830 g, with a king of 9.5 cm. Its light colour is the one DGT mentions alongside the walnut e-Board, but it also sits well on the USB, Bluetooth and tournament e-Boards, as well as the Smart Board. The electronic board recognises each piece on its square and sends your moves to the computer: the game is recorded, broadcast live, or played online with real pieces. The board is not included in the set.
Why the DGT 3000
This is the clock that DGT designates for its electronic chess boards, approved by FIDE. It displays the game’s times and moves, and remains usable on its own thanks to its 24 preprogrammed time controls, including Fischer and Bronstein, and its 5 free slots. Its batteries are included in the box.
What you need to know
- Without a DGT board, the set does not transmit any moves.
- The DGT 3000 does not connect to the Pegasus; the Pegasus and the Centaur have their own pieces included in their box.
- For more weight in hand, DGT also makes the Modern Staunton with weighted pieces.
Specifications
- Pieces
- Wooden Modern Staunton, 9.5 cm king, 830 g set, unweighted
- Queens
- Four, two per colour
- Piece base
- Felt
- Clock
- DGT 3000, FIDE-approved, 24 time controls, 5 free settings
- Clock display
- 13 × 3.5 cm
- Clock power
- 2 AA batteries, 1.5 V
- Compatible boards
- DGT USB, Bluetooth and tournament e-Boards, Smart Board
- Warranty
- 2 years for the pieces, 5 years for the clock
User manual
DGT 3000 clock instruction manual, including the French-language section (ZIP archive)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to already own a DGT e-Board?
Yes. The parcel does not include a board: it equips the DGT e-Board or Smart Board you already own.
Are the pieces weighted?
No, this set weighs 830 g. The same design is also available weighted from DGT.
Which board should I pair them with?
They work with the USB, Bluetooth and tournament e-Boards and with the Smart Board. DGT pairs them with the walnut e-Board for their light colour.
Does the clock come with batteries?
Yes, two AA batteries. A clock cable is only needed to connect it to the board, and it is included in the box with USB e-Boards.
What warranty applies?
2 years for the pieces, 5 years from the manufacturer for the clock.
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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