--- product_id: 38715319 title: "CGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod" brand: "celestron" price: "¥914868" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/38715319-cgx-computerized-german-equatorial-mount-and-tripod store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # 40,000-Object Database Motorized EQ Mount 55-lb Payload CGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod **Brand:** celestron **Price:** ¥914868 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌌 Elevate Your Stargazing Game! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod by celestron - **How much does it cost?** ¥914868 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/38715319-cgx-computerized-german-equatorial-mount-and-tripod) ## Best For - celestron enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted celestron brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Guided Tours:** Enjoy guided tours and custom object filters to enhance your stargazing experience. - • **Vast Exploration:** Access a database of 40,000 celestial objects for endless discovery. - • **Precision Engineering:** Experience the power of high-torque servo motors and belt-drive technology for smooth tracking. - • **User-Friendly Control:** Navigate the stars effortlessly with the NexStar+ Computer Hand Controller. - • **Heavy-Duty Performance:** Supports a robust 55-lb payload, perfect for your advanced astrophotography gear. ## Overview The Celestron CGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod is a high-performance motorized EQ mount designed for serious astronomers. With a 55-lb payload capacity, high-torque servo motors, and a comprehensive 40,000-object database, it offers unparalleled precision and ease of use for both amateur and professional stargazers. ## Description CelestronCGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod ## Features - Motorized EQ Mount, 55-lb Payload - High-Torque Servo Motors and Belt-Drive - NexStar+ Computer Hand Controller - 40,000-Object Database - Guided Tours and Custom Object Filters ## Product Details - **Brand:** Celestron - **Model Name:** CGX-L - **Telescope Mount Description:** Equatorial Mount - **Focus Type:** Manual Focus - **Power Source:** DC power supply - **Item Weight:** 108.02 Pounds - **Compatible Devices:** Camera - **Lens Coating Description:** StarBright XLT - **Exit Pupil:** 11.1 Millimeters - **Focal Length Description:** 41.25 inches ## Images ![CGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61uEe3QYM1L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beast of a mount, but it works great! *by T***N on July 28, 2017* Definitely a beast! I've got an Orion 10" x 1000mm Newtonian Astrograph attached to it, and it has no problems moving with multiple finderscopes and imaging devices attached. The mount itself is a little awkward to carry, but not too much trouble. Plan to order additional weights if you have a large instrument like mine, and be sure to get the right ones. It comes with a pair of 11Lb weights, and I ordered a pair of 17Lb weights to go with it. I currently have a 17 at the end, and an 11 about midway up the shaft.This one was a bit pricey compared to the AVX mount I was looking at for $800. However, I got this to handle a variety of scopes I was looking at, as the AVX was a tad small when I started looking at the instrument weight capacity I needed. This handles up to 55Lbs, and my current instrument rig is about 40Lbs (too high for the AVX). The counter weights are not part of the weight calculation, as the capacity is the essentially the mass the drive can move. I recommend having a bit of headroom in the capacity, and I've heard people recommend not to exceed 50% of the rated capacity. However, I think, if you know how to balance it, you can run it up close to the limit without trouble, and Celestron has told people it will handle the full 55Lbs. I setup and balanced everything inside and I marked my weight shaft for where the weights need to go, which helps get it set up faster outside.The scope sits a bit high when mounted. With my scope, I set it up with the tripod legs fully retracted so I can reach the eyepiece. If you're doing visual observing using a longer scope where the eyepiece is near the aperture, such as a Newtonian, you might look into right-angle adapters so you don't have to constantly reposition the scope to reach the eyepiece.Tracking is solid. I don't notice any shake during imaging, and objects stay pretty much where I put them. I'm still getting used to proper alignment, so I have to make periodic corrections. They just recently released the polar axis scope for it. So, I'm hoping to get a more solid alignment as soon as I mine arrives. I also find it doesn't shift much when I adjust the position of the scope in its' rings.Since I've never used a computerized mount before, it took a bit to set up. I recommend fiddling a bit before trying to use it for the first time. I have several other alignment, guiding, and control accessories for it that I haven't had a chance to try. So, I can't speak to them just yet. But I found it does pretty good right out of the box.Definitely get the vibration dampening feet for the tripod if you're on any type of pavement or other rigid surface.You'll need the 5A power supply, if you intend to use it where you have AC power. I use a big jump pack with a 12AH SLA battery to power it, even though I'm usually well within reach of AC. I've gone a couple of nights on that setup without recharging the pack. Unless you turn off tracking, the motors run continuously when the mount is on. So, take that into account with your power source.I usually have an imager and computer attached and haven't had any issues keeping the cables from tangling. I think it helps that the wiring for the mount is internal, so I only have to deal with cables for the mount power, hand controller, and imager.So far, I'm loving this! I'll try to remember to come back and post some pictures of my rig and images from the scope.UPDATE 2018-06-29:I've been having intermittent issues with the RA drive since my original post. It's not anything user adjustable. The RA drive just decides to rapidly move back and forth (I call it shoe shining, something anyone familiar with computer tape drives from the good 'ol days will recognize), or it will start moving until it hits the stop than reverse, and it keeps doing this regardless of input or power cycling. It recently became extremely consistent. Celestron support has been very quick to respond on this issue and wants me to send it in for repair. Unfortunately, that means shipping to California and being without a mount for several weeks. I probably won't have it back in time for the upcoming Mars Opposition, which sucks, because this is my only mount.Also, in this update, I added a few pics of the various setups I've done. The one with 4 instruments was my eclipse viewing rig back in August 2017. The mount handled it with ease! The other two pics are my current solar rig and the 10" Newt (for reference, the gal looking into it is about 5' 3"). ### ⭐ It's a lemon. *by H***S on November 2, 2019* I cannot give this mount a good review. When I pay $2,300 I expect the thing to work. Over 50% of the time the Nexstar + hand controller gets stuck on "Initializing..." I have followed all instructions on troubleshooting, resetting, updating, etc, and it is still a crap shoot as to whether or not all my setup time will even allow for a computerized mount. I paid to send the controller back to Celestron. They sent me a new one. It doesn't work either, so now it's pretty clear to me that the issue is the mount itself. I now have a very expensive paperweight. No more Celestron for me. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good overall mount *by J***O on August 24, 2019* I own a CGX I did not buy in Amazon. Pros: very solid, good concept of ergonomics, the software supports pointing models which is awesome. Cons: within some years it starts to fail tracking/guiding due to worn out mechanical parts like the belts and gears, the tripod is not very sturdy like the "L" version, this mount is heavy like hell therefore terrible for carrying on trips, no native support for PoleMaster polar assist, there are workarounds. But overall it performs magnificent and the concept is great for cable management in AP. ## Frequently Bought Together - Celestron CGX Computerized German Equatorial Mount and Tripod - Celestron 14 Piece Telescope Accessory Kit - Plossl Eyepieces, Barlow Lens, Colored Filters, Moon Filter, and Sturdy Carry Case - Celestron - SkyPortal WiFi Module - Control Your Celestron Computerized Telescope via Smartphone - Telescope Wi-Fi Accessory --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/38715319-cgx-computerized-german-equatorial-mount-and-tripod](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/38715319-cgx-computerized-german-equatorial-mount-and-tripod) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-05-01*