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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 MX Robotic Telescope System

Options available

Transportable Observatory-Class German Equatorial Mount Includes one 20 lb. (9 kg) stainless-steel counterweight 48V DC, 4.6A power system for hig...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MX+ Latitude Adjustment Wedge

SB10240

Extends Polar Alignment Range: Enables precise alignment at extreme polar and equatorial latitudes. Mount Compatibility: Designed specifically for...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MX+ Pyramid Portable Pier

SB10205

Provides a rigid, stable platform for Paramount MX and MX+ mounts Weighs 29 lbs for a balance of stability and portability Stands at a fixed heigh...

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

SB10245

Adds 4 inches (10.2 cm) of height to the Paramount MX/MX+ Pyramid Portable Pier 8-inch (20.3 cm) diameter matches the pier for a seamless fit Prev...

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

SB10246

Adds 6 inches of height to the Paramount MX/MX+ Pyramid Portable Pier Prevents collisions between long optical tubes and pier legs Solid, single-p...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MX+ Versa-Plate

SB10254

Direct replacement for Software Bisque Paramount MX and MX+ mounts Universal hole pattern accepts most telescope mounting hardware Integrated fema...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MX+ Versa-Plate Brass Plunger

SB10226

Official OEM replacement knob for the Paramount MX/MX+ Versa-Plate Single (1) quantity brass plunger Ensures secure locking of telescope dovetails...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MX+/MYT Permanent Pier

SB10207

Engineered for Paramount MX, MX+, and MYT mounts All-steel construction for maximum rigidity Weighs 65 lbs to effectively damp vibrations Availabl...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MYT Base Mounting Knob

SB10236

Direct Replacement for Paramount MX, MX+, and MYT Mounts Single OEM Replacement Knob Ensures Secure Mount-to-Pier Connection Weight: 3 lbs Desc...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT DEX Axis to Versa-Plate Spacer

SB10329

Adds 2 inches of height for cable clearance Designed for the Paramount MYT declination axis Solves cable routing issues with the Versa-Plate Solid...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Extended-Length Tripod Carrying Case

SB10316

Custom-designed for the Paramount MYT Extended-Length Tripod Dimensions: 30 in Length x 12 in Width x 12 in Height Weight: 5 lbs Soft-sided constr...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Helium Tripod

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1 variants in stock

25 lb Total Weight 30-inch Collapsed Length Dedicated Paramount MYT Top Plate Available in Anodized Red or Black Description FAQ Specifications...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Pier Adaptor Plate

SB10288

Adapts Paramount MYT mounts to non-Software Bisque piers and tripods Solid mechanical interface for stable imaging Weight: 5 lbs Dimensions: 12 × ...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Robotic Telescope System

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Robotic German equatorial mount Included 20 lb. counterweight balances 25-30 lbs. of instruments Achieves 10 to 15-minute unguided exposures Inclu...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Soft Carrying Case Set

SB10332

Designed exclusively for the Software Bisque Paramount MYT mount Complete set of cases for the mount head and standard accessories Durable, soft-s...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Tripod

SB10282

Weight: 29 lbs Folded Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 30 in Designed for Paramount MYT Mounts Status: Discontinued Product Description FAQ Specifications...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Tripod Extension Tube

SB10296

Adds 5 in. (12.7 cm) or 10 in. (25.4 cm) of height Prevents long OTAs from colliding with tripod legs Weight: 6 lbs Designed exclusively for the P...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Versa-Plate

SB10414

Designed for the Software Bisque Paramount MYT Mount Pre-drilled with a wide array of mounting holes Integrated female dovetail for direct mountin...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Versa-Plate Brass Plunger

SB10299

Official Software Bisque replacement part For the Paramount MYT Versa-Plate Secures telescope dovetail plates Quantity: One (1) knob per package ...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT/MX+ Polemaster Adaptor

SB10310

Enables use of QHYCCD PoleMaster on Paramount MYT/MX+ Solid, rigid connection for precise polar alignment Weight: 3 lbs Dimensions: 4.5 × 12 × 4 i...

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Software Bisque Paramount Taurus 400 Pier

SB10528

Engineered specifically for the Paramount Taurus 400 Mount Angled column design minimizes torque and flexure 65 lb weight for superior vibration d...

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Software Bisque Paramount Taurus 500/600 Pedestal 16.5"

SB10429-01

Weight: 90 lbs Footprint: 20" x 20" Height: 28" Compatibility: Paramount Taurus 500, 600, & 700 Mounts Design Goal: Lower center of mass ...

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Software Bisque Paramount Taurus 500/600 Pedestal Custom

SB10428-01

Designed for Software Bisque Paramount Taurus 500 & 600 mounts Weight: 90 lbs for maximum vibration damping Dimensions: 20 in × 20 in × 28 in ...

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Software Bisque Paramount Taurus Model 400 Equatorial Fork Mount

SB10636

Equatorial fork design for uninterrupted horizon-to-horizon imaging Supports Schmidt-Cassegrain or open-truss telescopes up to 17 inches Advanced ...

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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.