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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 Paramount ME II/MX/MX+/MYT External Power Cable (FLI)

SB10251

Powers Finger Lakes Instruments (FLI) Cameras Integrates with Paramount Through-the-Mount Cabling Compatible with Paramount ME II, MX, MX+, and MY...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II/MX/MX+/MYT External Power Cable Set (Generic)

SB10220

Powers 12V DC accessories through your Paramount mount Provides two outputs: one rated for 5A max, one for 3A max Eliminates external cable wraps ...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II/MX/MX+/MYT External Power Cable Set (SBIG 5 Pin)

SB10221

Powers SBIG cameras with 5-pin DIN connectors Compatible with Paramount ME II, MX, MX+, and MYT mounts Utilizes the mount's through-body power cab...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II/MX/MX+/MYT External Power Cable Set (SBIG 6 Pin)

SB10222

Powers SBIG cameras with a 6-pin DIN power connector Integrates with Paramount ME II, MX, MX+, and MYT through-the-mount power Eliminates external...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II/MX/MX+/MYT Homing Sensor Cable

SB10297

Official Software Bisque replacement part Compatible with Paramount ME II, MX, MX+, and MYT mounts Restores mount homing sensor functionality Weig...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Pier to Paramount MX/MX+/MYT Base Adaptor Plate

SB10279

Adapts Paramount ME piers for use with MX, MX+, or MYT mounts Weight: 10 lbs Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 6 in Preserves investment in existing pier infr...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Precision Bubble Level

SB10107

Precision bubble level for Paramount ME Designed for portable field setups Accuracy to approximately one arcminute Ensures optimal GoTo and tracki...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Robotic Telescope System

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Observatory-Grade German Equatorial Mount Belt-driven gears for virtually zero backlash Includes two 14 kg (30 lb.) counterweights MKS 6000 contro...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/ME II/MX/MX+/MYT 1.5" Bore 20 lb Counterweight

SB10106

Adds 22 lbs of counterweight 1.5" (3.81 cm) center bore Compatible with Paramount ME, ME II*, MX, MX+, and MYT mounts Stainless steel construction...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/ME II/MX/MYT 1.5" Bore 10 lb Counterweight

SB10274

10 lb (4.5 kg) Counterweight 1.5-inch (3.81 cm) Bore Diameter Compatible with Paramount MYT, MX+, ME, and MX Stainless Steel Construction +/- 5% W...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII Latitude Adjustment Wedge

SB10104

Extends polar alignment latitude range to 0-15° and 58-90° Designed exclusively for Software Bisque Paramount ME and ME II mounts Enables equatori...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII/MX Heavy Duty Wedge-to-Pier Adaptor Plate

SB10103

Adapts custom piers for Paramount ME, ME II, MX, and MYT mounts Heavy-duty 15 lb construction prevents flexure Provides a large 14 x 14 inch mount...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+ Pyramid Portable Pier

SB10244

Provides a stable, portable foundation for Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+ mounts Weighs only 35 lbs for easy transport to dark sky sites Stands 40 inche...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+ Pyramid Portable Pier 4" Extension

SB10248

Adds a full 4 inches of height to your Paramount Pyramid Pier Prevents collisions between long optical tubes and the pier legs Compatible wi...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+ Pyramid Portable Pier 6" Extension

SB10247

Adds 6 inches of height to compatible Pyramid Portable Piers Prevents telescope collision with pier legs at high altitudes Solid 6 lb construction...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+/MYT Counterweight Knob

SB10198

Official Software Bisque Replacement Part Compatible with Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+/MYT Mounts Weight: 3 lbs Ergonomic Design for Secure Grip De...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+/MYT Permanent Pier

SB10110

Engineered for Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+/MYT Mounts All-Steel Construction for Maximum Rigidity and Vibration Damping Available in 8 Standard Heigh...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MX/MX+/MYT Power Supply (80W)

SB10145

80W Power Output Official Replacement for Paramount ME/MX/MX+/MYT Mounts Weight: 3 lbs Dimensions: 10 × 9 × 3 in Requires Separate Region-Specific...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MX/MYT Counterweight Shaft Safety Knob

SB10230

Official Software Bisque Replacement Part Compatible with Paramount ME, MX, and MYT Mounts Prevents Counterweights from Sliding Off Shaft Precisio...

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Software Bisque Paramount MEII Counterweight Shaft Safety Knob

SB10292

Official replacement part for the Software Bisque Paramount ME II mount Prevents counterweights from accidentally sliding off the shaft Constructe...

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Software Bisque Paramount MEII DEC Axis to Versa-Plate Spacer

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Creates clearance for custom through-the-mount cables Designed specifically for the Paramount ME II mount Weight: 7 lbs Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 6 in...

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Software Bisque Paramount MEII Versa-Plate

SB10295

Weight: 7 lbs Dimensions: 12 in × 12 in × 24 in Compatibility: Paramount ME & ME II Mounts Interface: Built-in Female Dovetail Mounting: Pre-d...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX Base to Pier Adaptor Plate

SB10215

Adapts Paramount MX/MX+ Mounts to Custom Piers Weight: 7 lbs Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 6 in Provides a Stable, Non-Flexing Connection Description F...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX Pier to Paramount MYT Base Adaptor Plate

SB10283

Adapts Paramount MYT Mount to Paramount MX Pier Weight: 7 lbs Solid, Single-Piece Construction Preserves Existing Pier Installation Description...

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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.