All I can say is WOW, what a powerful effect. I've always loved Richard Sanders work and he once
again hits another home run with this one. This effect reminds me of Deep Astonishment by Paul
Harris where the predicted word was already written in advance. It's a very powerful effect that I
do all the time, and "Any Card" is just as powerful. This takes the invisible deck to another
level, and I didn't think that was even possible to do.
To have literally any card named
and already have that chosen card hand written and predicted, is just mind blowing to the spectator.
I did this for my 8 year old daughter after practicing with it for a few days, and when her thought
of card was revealed, she laughed so hard and just kept saying "how, how, how?" I could tell her
mind was blown.
Now what you are getting here is a very well thought out gimmicked deck
with online instructions. The instructions were very clear, and very easy to follow, showing you
step by step what to do. That was very important. The initial set-up takes probably 30 minutes,
with another few hours of waiting time. But once that set-up is done, you're good to go for the
life of the deck. Trust me, this set-up is worth the time.
Learning the trick itself is
also not that difficult. On a scale of 1-10 difficulty, I'd give it a 3. I had this down in a
matter of 2 days. The reset takes approximately 20 seconds if you're slow, and 10 seconds if you're
fast. Which is great because you can use this in walk-around. So a quick recap of the pro's and
con's:
Pro's:
* VERY STRONG EFFECT for the spectators
* Takes up minimal
pocket space
* Easy to perform
* Easy to learn
* Quick reset
* Should last a long
time
Con's:
* The set-up takes awhile
That's honestly the only con I can
think of.
Overall, I give this a 10/10. A true masterpiece, well worth the price, and I
will be using this a lot.
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If you want a trick that you will perform, trust me this is the one. Once you give them the aces and
put the deck away, you are clean. It is a Brain wave Deck and Invisible deck on Steroids! There is
no fidgeting or fumbling to get the correct card; just a smooth action. What you see on the video is
exactly what happens. I just got rid of my Brain wave Deck and Invisible deck because the “Any Card
Trick” is taking their place!!! I wish I could give it ten stars! This trick just retired two of
the biggest names in magic for me.
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This is great and I love it. Similar technique to an Invisible deck but better - zero "hesitation"
when revealing a face up card. Easy to master and perform. The deck is not examinable but all the
heat is on the 4 aces so a deck switch is easy, but not at all necessary. Initial set up is easy but
a little tedious. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because I think the cards should've
been marked right out of the box for $40. All in all, I'm very happy with this purchase and I'll be
performing this for a long time.
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I know we're only half way through the year but this is my candidate for T.O.T.Y. to date! Once in a
great while a trick will be released that is just a little too strong to elaborate on. Such is the
case with Any Card. A lot of card workers are going to be throwing this one in their case. It's such
a powerful routine. It's either a one and done or a closer, that's it. There is extensive prep
involved on this one but it is worth every minute...nothing hard, just writing on cards. A lot of
thought went into this deck. Richard the Great has done it again! You just might want to pick this
one up!...
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It’s done more or less how you think it’s done but very clever use of the principle. I believe this
will play very strong. Frankly, like an invisible which still plays very strong but a little better
and a little different.
If Penguin needs to edit then fine but...
No your spectator cannot
examine the deck
No you can not pull out all 4 aces and then ask for their card.
If these
are your requirements you should not get this trick. The rest of us will use it successfully.
2 of 3 magicians found this helpful.
Better than the invisible deck. Will become a classic. Highest recommendation!
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I was a little annoyed with the setup. I stuck through the process and the payoff is worth. Once
it's setup, you can just reset after each performance. I love the simplicity of the effect compared
to the invisible deck.
This is a fantastic product. It is easy to do, you can do it multiple times one after another and is
very impressive. When I first got it I brought it to a restaurant to try it on friends, I then had
to do it for the waitress, hostess and the manager, they were still talking about it when I left.
Well worth the price.
Any Card is BRILLIANT!!! Richard Sanders is Brilliant!!!!! Save for the fact that variety is the
spice of life, Any Card may compel you to want to throw your invisible deck away. Why!? Any Card is
easier to navigate. Any card has a less contrived build up to it's climax, which seems more natural.
Any Card has a FOUR CARD reveal as its climax. The I.D. only has one. Therefore it just seems a more
impossible revelation. Some might say Richard Sanders just reinvented the wheel. If this be the
case, then I must assure you it ROLLS and FUNCTIONS like NEVER before! It shall never squeak
again!!! The hardest part was the set up of the gimmick. Which can EASILY be overcome with a bit of
patience. What's more is, when you see and FEEL the reaction from your spectators, EVERY SINGLE
MINUTE of patience you have extended will be WELL REWARDED! I want to meet Richard Sanders. I want
to meet the man behind some of the most brilliant magical effects of our time!!! I want to shake his
hand in gratitude, for sharing his BRILLIANCE with us. Try ANY CARD, or ANY of his magical offerings
and you too will be a fan!!!
I’m not a huge fan of gimmicked decks, but ring this into your close up routine and you will be
remembered for a long time. The trick will bring gasps from your audience and leave them completely
amazed.
I appreciate the thought process that went into creating this as much as I enjoy
performing it. Truly brilliant. A great investment, you won’t be sorry.