Although this may seem obvious, it should be addressed.
The fact that there is a large price difference doesn't make any diofference. They will sell dependant on the specifics of what the individual performer requires.
If I want a method for obtaining CERTAIN types of information, Technique might be best.
If I want a method for obtaining LOTS of different types of information, I would pay more for UI.
And the question of whether something is or isn't impromptu doesn't make a shred of difference, unless you're a 'purist'.
Hope this helps.
CL
Hey man, you hit the nail on the head. I am a purist. I almost NEVER use gimmicks for mentalism. It's the main reason I worked on Technique. I wanted something that I could do anywhere with no setup.
The main reason I dislike gimmicks is the fact that you perform something for someone one day when you have the gimmick on you. But, the next day if you don't have it and they ask you to perform it again, your screwed. So, with Technique I can perform effects that are just as impressive as the gimmicked version and can do it all the time.
I am sure that many people will get Universal Impression and I think that's great. I saw how it worked and admit that it is very clever. But, I think Paper Cranes reasoning for releasing two similar products is so when you are in a completely impromptu situation and someone brings up that trick you performed with UI, you can now perform with Technique with some slight modifications.
Well, either way, I hope you all enjoy it. I've been using it for a very long time now and it always gets amazing reactions. Just as good as if I was using an impression pad. Essentially the effects are the same in the eyes of the spectator, you just have to ask yourself if the time spent learning this technique is worth the ability to "read" someones mind anytime without needing to rely on a gimmick.
Matthew Mello