Hey all,
For a while, I was searching for the perfect card to wallet for me. I didn't want the card to end up in my wallet, I wanted it to materialize in the spectator's wallet. I currently use Hush Money from Sean Field's Magic Redefined I Notes as my opener. Well, now I open with a card to wallet and end with a card to wallet.
Initial Thoughts: When I first heard of this effect, through Ellusionist, I thought it was just some more hype. I researched it a little, and most reviews were positive. Actually, let me rephrase that, they were all positive. Then, I saw the demo video for it: http://youtube.com/watch?v=7vSU497sSRg. It looked exactly like what I wanted and more! Then I got serious about buying it.
What You Get: You get a PDF download for 10 pounds (about 20 bucks). But, I highly recommend purchasing the COMBO deal Peter offers. You get two PDFs, Magic in the Real World and Connected. Magic in the Real World has some truly amazing stuff and I highly recommend it to any magician. Anyway, you have to pay through PayPal. You won't receive the download immediately, so don't panic. It will take about 10-15 minutes for it to get to you. It's worth the wait, let me tell you. Once you receive the download, it will expire in 3 days and can be downloaded only 3 times, which ever comes first.
About the PDF: The download is very well written, with no spelling errors (that I could find). It contains very clear photographs and detailed explanations. Peter gives patter advice and helpful hints that will enable you to change Connected to your needs and standards.
Some FAQs:
Q: Is this effect impromptu?
A: This effect does not require any gimmicks whatsoever. But, that doesn't mean that it doesn't require set-up. Set-up takes about 1-2 minutes and is very easy to do. All you need is a deck of cards.
Q: What skill level should I be at before purchasing this?
A: A beginner could do this, with practice. I recommend it to anyone who as some experience with cards. If you can do beginner card sleights, you can successfully pull off Connected.
Q: Does the method require pickpocketing?
A: Absolutely not! That's why I love this so much! However, that does not mean that you can just walk up to a random guy on the street and have things magically appear in his pocket. You need to have a routine built to pull this off. In other words, you can't do what the description says as a single act. You must perform a certain routine Peter includes with the effect before Connected. Sorry, any more clues could lead to exposure.
Q: Can I perform this using a signed card instead of tearing it?
A: You could, it would be more difficult though. Plus, with the patter Petter includes, it would make more sense to the spectator to rip the cards rather than sign them. Besides, what difference does it make? Half the time, spectator's don't know why the heck they are signing the thing in the first place!
Q: Does the spectator need to have a wallet?
A: After considering many factors, I will say, yes. It is possible for the card to end up in the spectator's pocket or purse, but it would not look right at all. Trust me, perform it to a spectator who has a wallet.
Q: Can the spectator truly rip the cards?
A: Absolutely! That's one of the many beauties of this routine!
Closing: Bottom line, if you need a card to spectator's wallet in your routine, definitely go with Peter's. Well done Peter!!!
If you have any questions regarding this review, please feel free to ask.
Brucelee
For a while, I was searching for the perfect card to wallet for me. I didn't want the card to end up in my wallet, I wanted it to materialize in the spectator's wallet. I currently use Hush Money from Sean Field's Magic Redefined I Notes as my opener. Well, now I open with a card to wallet and end with a card to wallet.
Initial Thoughts: When I first heard of this effect, through Ellusionist, I thought it was just some more hype. I researched it a little, and most reviews were positive. Actually, let me rephrase that, they were all positive. Then, I saw the demo video for it: http://youtube.com/watch?v=7vSU497sSRg. It looked exactly like what I wanted and more! Then I got serious about buying it.
What You Get: You get a PDF download for 10 pounds (about 20 bucks). But, I highly recommend purchasing the COMBO deal Peter offers. You get two PDFs, Magic in the Real World and Connected. Magic in the Real World has some truly amazing stuff and I highly recommend it to any magician. Anyway, you have to pay through PayPal. You won't receive the download immediately, so don't panic. It will take about 10-15 minutes for it to get to you. It's worth the wait, let me tell you. Once you receive the download, it will expire in 3 days and can be downloaded only 3 times, which ever comes first.
About the PDF: The download is very well written, with no spelling errors (that I could find). It contains very clear photographs and detailed explanations. Peter gives patter advice and helpful hints that will enable you to change Connected to your needs and standards.
Some FAQs:
Q: Is this effect impromptu?
A: This effect does not require any gimmicks whatsoever. But, that doesn't mean that it doesn't require set-up. Set-up takes about 1-2 minutes and is very easy to do. All you need is a deck of cards.
Q: What skill level should I be at before purchasing this?
A: A beginner could do this, with practice. I recommend it to anyone who as some experience with cards. If you can do beginner card sleights, you can successfully pull off Connected.
Q: Does the method require pickpocketing?
A: Absolutely not! That's why I love this so much! However, that does not mean that you can just walk up to a random guy on the street and have things magically appear in his pocket. You need to have a routine built to pull this off. In other words, you can't do what the description says as a single act. You must perform a certain routine Peter includes with the effect before Connected. Sorry, any more clues could lead to exposure.
Q: Can I perform this using a signed card instead of tearing it?
A: You could, it would be more difficult though. Plus, with the patter Petter includes, it would make more sense to the spectator to rip the cards rather than sign them. Besides, what difference does it make? Half the time, spectator's don't know why the heck they are signing the thing in the first place!
Q: Does the spectator need to have a wallet?
A: After considering many factors, I will say, yes. It is possible for the card to end up in the spectator's pocket or purse, but it would not look right at all. Trust me, perform it to a spectator who has a wallet.
Q: Can the spectator truly rip the cards?
A: Absolutely! That's one of the many beauties of this routine!
Closing: Bottom line, if you need a card to spectator's wallet in your routine, definitely go with Peter's. Well done Peter!!!
If you have any questions regarding this review, please feel free to ask.
Brucelee
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