PROPHET by Tom Isaacson

• 5

I bought this about six months ago, and I gotta say it's worth every penny. No more thumb tips, no more awkward exchanges, it's perfect. PERFECT. It's smooth, quick, can be done with no cover, you don't even need to snap your other hand in front of it. That's the beauty of it. Do the change in the open surrounded, it's to quick for them, and if your watching yourself in the mirror, it's to quick for you.

Some things that you might need to know, it will take some time to get what you need to get, and to prepare everything. When your ready to perform your good to go. there is no real setup, just gather your money and do the change, hand out a few of the bills, and then change them back.

Technically, you CAN borrow some dollars. You will understand why you wouldn't in certain situations, but you can. It's preferred not to, but you CAN. It definitely is an option.

Technically, you CAN hand out all of the bills, and you definitely can show your hands completely empty. No sleeves, nothing to hide (nothing visible, that is).

Be creative when you learn this effect. Listen to everything he tells you, and the suggestions he gives you for certain things should be followed. Be prepared to have to wait several days before you can perform in (not including the time it takes to practice and gather your materials, you'll know what i mean when you get the effect)

I can almost assure you this will be your last money change you purchase. I can't fathom anything being more clean, more smooth, or more realistic. Only real magic can top this.

And if I had to recommend one effect to purchase here, this would be it. It's worth it. It will catch everyone's attention who's nearby. Great opener, great finisher, great for old people, young people, smart annoying people, people who's IQ is below average, skeptics, believers, your girlfriend, your friends who are tired of seeing you perform all the time,.... you get the point. Just buy the effect.

• 4

An excellent trick... preferred over other methods on the market. Not the same gimmick, but harder to master (a couple weeks should be sufficient). Very unique and easy to create new ideas. Highly recommended for the intermediate magician. So worth the money!

• 5

this trick is so fantastic.. just need little practice and there you go.. you can start blowing peoples mind.. thanks tom your great!

• 5

Beautiful, and that is the only way you can put it. Tom - without a doubt - you created a trick that cannot be topped by any other version. I use this trick in a opener to all my shows and immediately people are hooked. I have seen and learned every money change known to date, including Alpha Cash (which was, I believe, not mentioned in the video) and I will save all the effort of learning the best money change, because here it is... and this is from a guy who has spent a fair amount on money changes.

In summary, if you wanted to see the ultimate form of real magic and get the best reactions get this DVD.

• 5

Prophet is one of those effects that when you see it for the first time it simply BLOWS YOU AWAY! Its so Incredibly visual and looks like REAL magic! Easily one of the best money effects on the market! Buy this trick!

• 4

For a "One Effect dvd", this dvd is great! Prophet is an effect that will fool the mind. It is visual and you can even perform it without talking. People could relate to it because everybody is familiar with money. The routine that is offered in the dvd has no funny moves and is a keeper.

What I liked about this effect is you could make the gimmick without adding something "extra".

The way the dvd is presented is professional. Everything is taught in detail although there are parts that are a bit fast. The video is clear and interesting to watch.

I took one star away from the rating because the dvd was a bit short and there were only 2 handlings included. I believe if this effect would be explored more, different variations would be possible.

This is my first purchase from theory11. This definitely will not be my last.

• 5

This is the greatest bill change ever made. I have not left home without it once. Anyone with doubts.... buy now, you'll be addicted.

• 5

Thank you Theory 11 this is the type of effect I was waiting to buy from you. it's sleek, flashy, visual, and just great. The teaching of it was fantastic you can't miss a thing.

Tom gives a whole lot of advice which I took and it really does help make the effect better. Overall a great buy, and I was really happy with it. It's a lot of fun to do and I recommend it to anyone.

• 5

Let me just say, of all the bill changes I've seen, this has got to be my favorite. The unique handling of the well-made gimmick never seems to fail me. Do yourself a favor and buy Prophet. This trick is sick.

• 5

Wow, wow, wow. Extremely amazing and SIMPLE.

I did my first performance today. I started off weak, but when I went to the change they watched me with mouths WIDE open. And then... they went crazy.

Definitely the most visual and simple bill change to do. Tom, you rock.

• 5

One word -- wow. Without exaggeration, it is the best, most visually stunning bill change I have ever seen -- bar none. The routine is brilliant; and the effect is just as sick. And, as always, the Download is immaculately produced and shot in high-caliber, slick High Definition. Simply a knockout.

The Introduction:

Tom Isaacson explores the origins of Prophet -- from Patrick Page's "Easy Money" in 1960 to how Prophet came to fruition today -- while periodically inserting some welcomed and engaging humor that both relaxes the mood, and sets the foundation for an immensely entertaining and knowledge-laden video.

The Performances:

This section features complete performance footage, parts of which can be seen in the preview video. I was blown away by the priceless reactions, as Tom utilizes both the Snap and One-Handed Change, respectively, to change five $1 dollar bills to five $100 dollar bills and then instantaneously back. Simply captivating -- "If we really could do magic, this is what it would look like." Indeed.

The Gimmick:

Once again, Tom discusses the history of the bill change and the foundations thereof. Thereafter, he goes on to introduce the gimmick, and step-by-step precisely constructs it. Nothing regarding the construction is rushed, but rather is fluidly taught in-depth. The gimmick, itself, is neither too difficult nor complicated, and all necessary components thereof are easily accessible. Moreover, Tom continuously interjects priceless tips and advice on how to ensure the gimmick is perfect and ready for performance use, covering all possible facets.

The Handling:

Tom discusses handling the bills, and provides keen advice on how to be as natural as possible with them. In addition, he explores numerous ways to fairly and cleanly display the bills front and back, and casually hand them out to spectators.

Tom teaches how to get in position to change the bills via the killer Snap Changes, where one's finger positions should be, and how to implement said change. Subsequently, Tom discusses how one can go about turning the bills back, and, additionally, teaches the One-Handed Change, which is simply beautiful. Furthermore, Tom explores essential advice on how to make the effect appear as real as possible, how to handle and present the bills, and, importantly, how to handle spectators. Poetry in motion.

While the method behind Prophet is quite simple, it, nevertheless, will take time to perfect. However, all one needs is the drive to practice (and, perhaps, a mirror in front of which to practice).

The Final Thoughts:

In this final section, Tom explores the many applications of Prophet. One is not restricted to just changing five $1 dollar bills to five $100 dollar bills, but can also use other denominations, as well as turn pieces of paper into real money -- all of which Tom discusses, among other intriguing applications. Further, Tom explores additional points and aspects of psychology -- as he does throughout the video -- for performing Prophet, in addition to providing practical details, tips, and advice. Each nuance is worth its weight in gold.

Conclusion:

Amazing. Miraculous. Impeccable. Fantabulous. Omni-fantabulous (not sure that's even a word). There are no camera tricks. There is no editing, or the such. The visually astonishing, jaw-dropping effect that you see in the preview is what you get with Prophet -- and much, much more.

In short, my highest recommendation: Prophet is worth every penny that it is selling for, times twenty -- literally and figuratively.

// j.pettite

• 0

Just do yourself a favor-- and get this! 5/5.

• 5

This is the most visual dollar bill change I've ever seen... and that's really saying something. I highly recommend this DVD to everyone who wants to feel like a real magician and fool EVERY SINGLE mind out there.

I think this is as close to real magic as it gets. Wouldn't you do that if you had real powers? Well, now you can!