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DGT Electronic Chess Board in Wenge with Czech Club Pieces, Complete USB Set
€939.40or 3 × €313.13 interest-free-10 % : you save €104.37compared with the 2 items bought separatelyIn stockOrder before noon, dispatched today*Valid Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
DGT’s USB wenge board and the Czech Club set, an electronic rendition of a Czech design by Bohuslav Schnirch, together in one parcel: all you need to add is the computer.
- Board and pieces that DGT shows together in its own photos
- 10% less than the board and pieces bought separately
- USB-C cable, clock cable and Fritz software included in the board’s box
Board54 × 54 cm
Square5.5 cm
King9.5 cm
ConnectionUSB-C
In the set
- USB e-Board electronic chess board in wenge
- Czech Club electronic piece set, four queens
- USB-C cable and clock cable
- Fritz chess software, PlayChess.com subscription
- Drawstring bag for the pieces
- Documentation and gift box for the board
You will also need
- A computer or the DGT Pi chess computerThe board sends moves via USB-C. Fritz runs on Windows; on Mac or Linux, you use LiveChess instead.
More information
A Czech design on a dark board
The Czech Club comes from a set from the Czech Republic designed by sculptor Bohuslav Schnirch, which DGT recalls having seen at renowned tournaments. Each piece blends the two colours: the black bishop has a light head, the white bishop a dark head, which helps you recognise the pieces at a glance. DGT recommends these pieces on its wenge board, intended for players who prefer a darker chess board, and the photo of this set shows exactly this combination.
What each item does
- The board detects each piece placed or moved and sends the move to the computer via the USB-C cable, which also powers it. It stores around 500 moves in memory.
- The Czech Club pieces are hand-shaped wood, tournament size, with felt under the base. This set is not available in a weighted version: the one in this set weighs 845 g.
Playing and keeping your games
On Windows, Fritz acts as both opponent and analysis tool, and PlayChess.com lets you play online once Fritz and the DGT drivers are installed. On Mac or Linux, LiveChess records your games and broadcasts them live. The DGT Pi, sold separately, can also be connected to the board if you wish to do without a computer.
Who it's for, and why as a set
This set is for the player who loves pieces with a historic design and wants a matching setup from the start, without comparing sets in the range. The two items travel together, and the set costs 10% less than the board and pieces ordered separately. As the clock cable is included in the box, a set that adds the DGT 3000 clock is also available.
Limitations to know about
Fritz and ChessBase are not supported on Mac. DGT does not support the iPad or iPhone, and offers neither driver nor application for Android. This USB board is designed for play at home: to link several boards for a tournament, DGT points you towards other models.
Specifications
- Board
- 54 × 54 cm, wenge
- Squares
- 5.5 × 5.5 cm
- Board weight
- 4.2 kg
- Pieces
- Czech Club in wood, 9.5 cm king, 845 g per set, unweighted
- Piece base
- Felt
- Connection and power
- USB-C, via the supplied cable
- Internal memory
- Around 500 moves
- Compatible clock
- DGT 3000, cable supplied
- Software
- Fritz and PlayChess.com (Windows), LiveChess (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Warranty
- 2 years for the board, 2 years for the pieces
User manual
USB e-Board user manual, including a French-language section (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
What else do I need to play?
A computer, or the DGT Pi chess computer. The board, pieces, cables and Fritz software are all included in the parcel.
Why the Czech Club pieces with this board?
Because DGT lists them among the dark pieces suited to the wenge board, and shows this set on this board in its own photos.
Are the pieces available in a weighted version?
No, the DGT catalogue only offers the Czech Club in its standard version, weighing 845 g.
Is the clock included?
No. The cable to connect a DGT 3000 is supplied with the board, and a set including the clock is also available.
Does it work on Mac, iPad or Android?
On Mac, yes, with LiveChess; Fritz and ChessBase are not supported there. DGT does not support the iPad or iPhone, and provides neither driver nor application for Android.
What is the warranty?
2 years for the board and 2 years for 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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In this set
The 2 items in the set
€1,043.77 bought separately, together here for €939.40
Electronic Boards Without Pieces
DGT USB e-Board electronic chess board in wenge, delivered without pieces
€578.54
or 3 × €192.85 interest-free
Pieces for electronic chess boards
DGT Czech Club Electronic Chess Pieces, a historic Czech wooden chess set
€465.23
or 3 × €155.08 interest-free
Each item is also sold on its own at the price shown. As a set, you save €104.37.
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DGT Wenge Electronic Chess Board, Czech Club Pieces and DGT 3000 Clock
€1,030.34
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