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IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.
IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.
Software Bisque

Software Bisque

Software Bisque builds for people who intend to leave a telescope running unattended. Paramount robotic mounts and TheSkyX software are designed around repeatability — the same pointing model, the same tracking accuracy and the same automation sequence, night after night, without someone standing beside the pier. David Astro carries Software Bisque products in Canada, held in Canadian stock.

These are observatory-class systems and the purchase decision involves pier design, payload, software integration and often permanent installation. We are happy to work through that specification with you before anything is ordered.

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount ME/ME II Counterweight Shaft

SB10235

The Standard Counterweight Shaft that is included with all original Paramount ME mounts.Specifications Length: 46 cm (18 in.) Diameter: 3.8 cm (1.5...

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount ME/ME II/MX/MX+/MYT Counterweight Shaft Extension

SB10102

Extends counterweight shaft by 12 inches Adds capacity for up to 2 additional counterweights Designed for 1.5" diameter Paramount shafts Compatibl...

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount MX/MX+ Counterweight Shaft

SB10270

Official Replacement for Paramount MX and MX+ Mounts 1.5-inch Standard Diameter Weighs 9 lbs Ensures Secure Balancing of Heavy Payloads Descrip...

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Software Bisque 1.875" Paramount ME II Counterweight Shaft Extension

SB10256

Extends the Paramount ME II's 1.875" counterweight shaft Adds 12 inches of usable length for additional counterweights Weighs 7 lbs, contributing ...

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Software Bisque 2.1mm Straight DC Plug to Powerpole Cable

SB11204

Connects 2.1mm DC power ports to Anderson Powerpole sources Provides a secure, locking 12V connection Ideal for TheSky Fusion and other astronomic...

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Software Bisque 2.5mm Straight DC Plug to Powerpole Cable

SB11205

Connects Powerpole outputs to devices with a 2.5mm DC input Provides secure, pull-resistant 12V DC power Compatible with TheSky Fusion power ports...

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Software Bisque 8-Conductor Through-the-Mount Power Cable

SB10151

8-Conductor Cable Design Powers Instrument Panel Ports (Camera, Aux 1, Aux 2) Routes Power Internally Through the Mount Genuine Software Bisque Co...

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Software Bisque C11 OTA Mounting Rings

SB10327

Engineered for Celestron C11 and RASA 11-inch optical tubes Pre-drilled for direct attachment to Paramount ME II, MX/MX+, and MYT Versa-Plates Tot...

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Software Bisque C14 OTA Mounting Rings

SB10324

Designed for Celestron C14 and RASA 14-inch OTAs Direct-fit for Paramount ME II, MX/MX+, and Taurus 400 mounts Total Weight: 15 lbs Supports top-m...

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Software Bisque EGO Battery Adaptor to Paramount Power Adaptor

SB10285

Connects EGO 56V Batteries to Software Bisque Paramount Mounts Enables portable, high-capacity power for remote observing sites Integrates your mo...

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Software Bisque Kycon to Powerpole Power Cable

SB11206

Connects Kycon power inputs to Anderson Powerpole sources Official Software Bisque accessory for Paramount mounts Ensures correct polarity and vol...

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Software Bisque MEADE 14" OTA Mounting Rings

SB10333

Engineered specifically for Meade 14-inch optical tube assemblies Provides a direct, secure fit to Paramount mounting systems Total set weight of ...

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Software Bisque MEADE 16" OTA Mounting Rings

SB10323

Designed specifically for Meade 16" Optical Tubes Total Weight: 16 lbs Direct fit for Paramount ME II Versa-Plate Direct fit for Paramount Taurus ...

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Software Bisque Mounting Ring Dovetail Accessory Plate

SB10328

Interfaces Truss-Tube Telescopes to Paramount Taurus Fork Arms Functions as a Dovetail Saddle for a Secure Connection Designed Specifically for So...

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Software Bisque Paramount and MKS 5000 Hand Paddle/Joystick

SB10228

Replacement joystick for Paramount mounts Native compatibility with MKS 5000 and MKS 6000 controllers Backward compatible with MKS 4000 systems wi...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Base Mounting Knob

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Direct OEM replacement for the Paramount ME mount Secures the mount head to a pier or tripod Replaces a lost or damaged original knob Weight: 1 lb...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Homing Sensor Cable - 24"

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Direct replacement for the Paramount ME homing sensor Compatible with both MKS 4000 and MKS 5000 control systems Complete assembly includes integr...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II 1.875" Bore 30 lb Counterweight

SB10255

Nominal Weight: 30 lbs Bore Diameter: 1.875 inches Compatibility: Paramount ME II Counterweight Shaft Material: Solid Stainless Steel Descripti...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II 1.875" Bore 40 lb Counterweight

SB10293

43 lbs Counterweight 12 × 12 × 6 inch Dimensions Optimized for Paramount ME II Mounts Minimizes Number of Required Weights Description FAQ Spec...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II Large Dovetail

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Adapts Paramount ME II Versa-Plate for Planewave-style dovetails Compatible with PlaneWave Instruments and Officina Stellare telescopes Solid, sin...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II Power Supply (220W)

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220W Power Output Enables 10°/Second Maximum Slew Rates Required for Paramount ME II and Taurus 400 Mounts Upgrade for Paramount MYT, MX, and MX+ ...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II Side by Side Ring Plate Large Dovetail

SB10334

Mount multiple telescopes side-by-side Designed for Software Bisque Paramount ME and ME II mounts Substantial 30 lb weight for maximum stability L...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II Versa-Plate Brass Plunger

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OEM Replacement Part For Paramount ME II Versa-Plate Single Unit (Quantity 1) Brass Construction Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Warr...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II/ME Base Mounting Knob

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Direct OEM replacement for Paramount ME and ME II mounts Ensures secure, factory-spec attachment of the mount head Large, ergonomic design for too...

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The Paramount and TheSkyX Ecosystem

Software Bisque's hardware and software are developed together, which is why the automation behaves consistently rather than as a chain of third-party drivers.

  • Paramount robotic mounts: German equatorial mounts built for permanent and semi-permanent installation, with high payload capacity and pointing models that hold across a whole sky.
  • TheSkyX Professional: Planetarium, camera control and automation in one application, with direct mount integration rather than a driver layer.
  • TPoint modelling: Pointing and tracking correction built from a set of measured stars, which is what allows unguided or lightly guided long exposures.
  • Versatile pier and base systems: Piers and adapters engineered for the mounts, so the installation is as rigid as the mount head deserves.
  • Camera and instrument control: Support for a wide range of cameras, filter wheels, focusers and rotators within the same automation environment.
  • Accessories and spares: Counterweights, cables, encoders and service parts supporting long-term observatory operation.

Why Choose David Astro for Software Bisque

Observatory-class equipment is a long-term commitment, and support availability matters as much as the specification.

  • Installation planning: We work through pier height, meridian clearance and cable routing before the order, because these are expensive to change once concrete is poured.
  • Automation integration: We help connect cameras, focusers and rotators into TheSkyX and set up TPoint modelling so the system actually runs unattended.
  • Authorized dealer: Full manufacturer warranty with support handled domestically in Canada, rather than through international RMA shipping on a heavy mount.
  • Canadian stock and freight: Ships from Canada with no duties or brokerage fees for Canadian buyers, and we advise on freight for the largest mounts.
  • In-house diagnostics: Service and troubleshooting on Canadian soil, which is a significant consideration for equipment this heavy.

Software Bisque in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permanent pier for a Paramount?
Not strictly, but the mounts are designed around repeatable installation and their advantages — a persistent pointing model and unattended operation — are largely realized on a permanent or semi-permanent base.
What is TPoint actually doing?
It builds a mathematical model of your mount's mechanical imperfections and polar misalignment from measured star positions, then corrects pointing and tracking against it. The result is accurate slewing and much reduced guiding demand.
Can I use TheSkyX with a non-Bisque mount?
Yes, it supports a wide range of mounts and instruments. The deepest integration, including full TPoint tracking correction, is with Paramount hardware.
How is service handled for such heavy equipment?
Domestically. As an authorized dealer we handle warranty and diagnostics in Canada, which avoids shipping an observatory mount across a border for support.

Planning an observatory?

Tell us your site, payload and automation goals and we will specify the system. Canadian stock and support.