THIS IS A UK AUCTION ONLY -
For sale is a TASC R30 complete electronic chess system, a highly regarded dedicated chess computer from the 1990s. This system is fully working and complete, offering a genuine standalone electronic chess experience with automatic move recognition.
The R30 was considered one of the strongest dedicated chess computers of its era and remains highly sought after by collectors and serious chess enthusiasts.
Included in this sale:
• TASC R30 computer unit
• Electronic sensory chessboard
• Full set of original sensor-based chess pieces
• Power supply / adapter
• Printed user manual (digital manual available online if not included)
Condition:
• Fully working and tested
• Board correctly recognises all pieces and moves
• Computer unit functions as expected
• No missing pieces
Key features and specifications:
• Standalone electronic chess computer (no PC required)
• Automatic sensory board with move detection
• Dedicated high-performance RISC processor (R30 platform)
• Large integrated LCD display showing moves, clocks, and game information
• Built-in chess engine with strong positional and tactical play
• Adjustable playing levels suitable for beginners through to advanced club players
• Opening book and tournament-style time controls
• Designed and manufactured by TASC
This is a complete, functioning example of a classic electronic chess system and is ideal for collectors, historians of chess computing, or players who enjoy dedicated hardware rather than software-based chess.