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Karsten Müller:
THE ACADEMY OF FINALS VOL.1
Mater and endgame of ♙♟
Endgame theory is the foundation of chess. You understand this all too well when you reach a theoretically winning endgame, but have to settle for a draw, because you lack the know-how to realize your advantage. This kind of misfortune can only be countered by developing a solid endgame technique. This course by Dr Karsten Müller, a German GM and expert in the field, lays the foundations of this technique.
This first volume in his Endgame series can be followed without prior knowledge, but will also challenge club players. The 28 sub-chapters range from the basics of mate (with the ♕ or with ♝♝) to the extensive and in-depth basics of ♙♟ endgames (opposition rule, key squares, ♙♟ marginals, ♙♟ passed, ♙♟ blocked, breakthroughs, endgames on one wing and much more).
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Ivan Sokolov: UNDERSTANDING MID-GAME STRATEGIES VOL.10
Caro-Kann advance variant
Are you and White looking to counter the Caro-Kann Defense? This course, which looks at effective plans and ideas for challenging one of Black’s strongest defenses, is for you! But, thanks to objective insights, it also provides valuable knowledge for Black, ensuring a good understanding of the Caro-Kann on both sides of the board. But this mastery is not limited to memorizing the theory. It’s essential to grasp the ideas and structures associated with opening moves. Knowing how to apply these concepts and recognize your opponent’s mistakes can give you a decisive advantage in the middle game – a key element in turning an opening advantage into a winning position. Video length: 7h19′.
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Ivan Sokolov: UNDERSTANDING MIDGAME STRATEGIES VOL.11
East Indian Structures
The East Indian Defense is one of the most popular and richest openings in chess history. Renowned for its dynamic complexity and fierce battles, with this course you’ll explore how to navigate White’s ♙♙ center and understand the key plans for both sides. Key variations for White are explored, including 5.♘f3, 5.♗d3, 5.♗e2, and 5.h3.
Video length: 5h38′.
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Jan Werle: LA CATALANE, A REPERTOIRE FOR LIFE VOL.1
La Catalane Ouverte
Harness the full potential of the Catalan Open in this in-depth course designed for aspiring and experienced players alike. In this volume, we delve into the various critical lines that appear after dxc4, examining the most popular and challenging configurations for Black, including 5…c5, 5…a6 with 6…b5 and the flexible ♞c6. Each variation is studied in depth to give you a complete understanding of the positions you’ll face and how to deal with them.
Video length: 9h30′.
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Jan Werle: LA CATALANE, A REPERTOIRE FOR LIFE VOL.2
La Catalane Closed
Take your understanding of the Catalan Closed to the next level with this comprehensive second volume, which focuses on the rich, solid positions that arise in this dynamic opening. This course is designed to provide a deep, well-rounded understanding of the strategic nuances and transitions towards the middle and endgame – essential for any serious chess player looking to refine their repertoire.
Video length: 7h.
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Felix Blohberger: 1.♘f3 – A GM COURSE ON RETI FOR STRATEGIC UNDERSTANDING AND FLEXIBILITY. VOL.1
Fianchetto Systems
In this course, GM Felix Blohberger proposes an opening repertoire for White, centered on the flexible move 1.♘f3. A solid yet dynamic approach that adapts to different styles of play and types of opponent is proposed. Instead of forcing lines, Felix emphasizes deep positional understanding and flexible structures, making it easier to transition to systems such as Reti or Anglaise. The ♔ Fianchetto he recommends offers a solid, reliable setup, perfect for players who prefer strategic play and flexibility to memorizing long, complicated lines.
Video length: 3h45′.
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Felix Blohberger: 1.♘f3 – A GM COURSE ON RETI FOR STRATEGIC UNDERSTANDING AND FLEXIBILITY. VOL.2
Classical systems
In this second volume, Felix Blohberger offers a White opening repertoire, centered on the flexible move 1.♘f3 which completes the previous tome. This one covered:
- East Indian
- Grünfeld
- Modern defense
- Maroczy defense
- West Indian
- Hedgehog
- Double fianchetto
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- and secondary lines.
In this second volume, we will deal with:
- 1… c5
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- Classic variation (d5, ♞f6, e6, ♝e7, 0-0)
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Video length: 4h20′.
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Elisabeth Pähtz: London’s ultra-creative neo-system
Discover the London Neo-System – a creative and improved version of the classical system! With the move 3.c3 and later Bf4, this opening offers two decisive advantages:
- Avoiding a certain black configuration by effectively preventing the dangerous combination of c5 and ♛b6.
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London’s neo-System offers many new and creative possibilities for posing serious problems for your opponents right from the start of the game.
Video length: 10h.
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Delivery by download
In the near future, ChessBase programs and Fritztrainers – software in general – will no longer be installed from DVD, but using an installation program downloaded from the Internet. This is faster and less complicated than using a DVD. Anyway, who still has a DVD drive in their computer? Most ChessBase users already order by download.
In future, ChessBase packages will no longer contain a DVD, but only the activation code. Plastic packaging will no longer be necessary. Instead, you’ll receive an elegant booklet, which will look great on a shelf or as a gift.
How do I install programs with the activation key? The procedure is described on the packaging. Enter the serial number you find in your ChessBase account under “My downloads”. Your item will then appear in the list; you can either download it or view it directly in the Books portal with a single click.
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