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FIDE official DGT electronic weighted chess set and DGT 3000 clock
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DGT tournament equipment for an e-Board you already own: the Official FIDE Set electronic chessmen, weighted, and the FIDE-approved DGT 3000 clock. The board is not included.
- A set designed by Daniel Weil, used on DGT boards since 2013
- 10% below DGT’s recommended prices for these two items
- Weighted set of 1 kg, 9.5 cm king; clock with 24 time controls, batteries included
Boardnot included
King9.5 cm
Weighted set1 kg
ClockDGT 3000
In the set
- DGT Official FIDE Set electronic chessmen, weighted, 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 this set: without a USB, Bluetooth or tournament e-Board, or a Smart Board, neither the chessmen nor the clock will register any moves.
- A clock cable, only for connecting the clock to the boardIt is included in the USB e-Board box; a tournament e-Board requires its own connection kit, sold as a set with tournament boards. To play with the clock alone, nothing further is needed.
More information
Two pieces of equipment endorsed by FIDE
This set brings together a set of chessmen and a chess clock, both linked to competitive play. The chessmen are the electronic version of FIDE's official set; the clock, the DGT 3000, is FIDE-approved. No board is included: the set is designed to complete a DGT e-Board, USB, Bluetooth or tournament model, or a Smart Board that you already own.
A set born in Chennai
DGT recalls that this set made its debut on its boards in 2013, at the World Championship match in Chennai, where Magnus Carlsen defeated Viswanathan Anand to become the 16th World Champion. It has since featured in elite tournaments and official FIDE events. The design is by Daniel Weil, a designer at the Pentagram agency, drawing on the proportions of classical Greek architecture while remaining true to the Staunton style.
Only one weight available
This set is not offered unweighted in the DGT catalogue: the complete set weighs 1 kg and the king stands 9.5 cm tall. The chessmen are handcrafted in wood, with felt underneath. There is no weight to choose and no version to compare.
The clock and its time controls
The DGT 3000 offers 24 pre-programmed time controls, including Fischer, Bronstein, US delay and byo-yomi, plus 5 slots for your own settings. Connected to the board, it displays moves and times; in tournament play, DGT LiveChess records both players' times.
Limitations to be aware of
Without a DGT board, the set transmits nothing. DGT states that the DGT 3000 does not connect to the Pegasus, whose chessmen are supplied in the box.
Specifications
- Chessmen
- Wooden Official FIDE Set, 9.5 cm king, 1 kg weighted set, Staunton style
- Queens
- Four, two per colour
- Piece base
- Felt
- Clock
- DGT 3000, FIDE-approved, 24 time controls, 5 custom settings
- Clock display
- 13 × 3.5 cm
- Clock power supply
- 2 × 1.5V AA batteries
- Compatible boards
- DGT USB, Bluetooth and tournament e-Boards, Smart Board
- Warranty
- 2 years for the chessmen, 5 years for the clock
User manual
DGT 3000 clock instruction manual, including the French section (ZIP archive)
Frequently asked questions
Does the set include the board?
No. It includes the chessmen and the clock; the board is the one you already own, a DGT e-Board or Smart Board.
Is the Official FIDE Set available unweighted?
Not in the DGT catalogue: it is only offered in the weighted version, with the complete set weighing one kilogram.
Which boards can it be used with?
USB, Bluetooth and tournament e-Boards, as well as the Smart Board. DGT has photographed it on its tournament e-Boards in walnut, wenge and palisander.
Is the clock officially approved?
Yes. The DGT 3000 is FIDE-approved, and DGT names it the FIDE Championship Clock.
How much do you save with this set?
The set is sold at 10% below DGT's recommended prices for these two items, delivered 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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The playing pieces are properly weighted and the felt is nice for moving them. Quality products, would recommend
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