My favorite kind of trick to buy - the kind that just works. Not a lot of fussy angles or handling
- it's very intuitive. And well built, as well. The fact that the deck is ungimmicked makes it
doubly useful, since you can use it for a big effect, or on the way to a great card trick.
The video is very helpful, too, giving a few effects that make use of the prop.
But
good lord, in the age of GoPros and iPhone 14s, why, oh why, are we still getting instructional
videos that are totally out of focus? Did nobody view the reel after you shot it? We get this
amazing quality item in beautiful packaging, and then an instructional video that looks like Mr.
Magoo's 6th grade film project.
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The Case is very well made with a lot of "Bells and Whistles" to make it a convincing illusion. With
that being said it will take practice in front of a mirror to keep from flashing the "secret". The
video is okay by Angelo Carbone with additional tips from Penguin Magic. Basically this is a nice
miracle but definitely NOT an instant miracle.
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I guess I am not at the skill level of Angelo Carbone but for your professionals it is probably
great but for the rest of us it works but not that impressive. Requires LOTS of practice to get it
right. I need to stop buying gimmicks and focus on my card magic. Thats my bread and butter.
Sorry I bought this one like the next Angelo Carbone and they are just not for me.
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I really am unhappy with my purchase of this product.
The idea is cool, angles aren't too bad.
My box almost broke after the 3rd use. And unless using like a Fulton's deck or something the other
side doesn't line up with the other side they see. It's been brought to my attention. And honestly
the price isn't worth it.
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This looks great and props to Angelo. I actually wanted to rate this 4 and 1/2 stars
Pros:
Looks convincing, not complicated, inexplicable if performed correctl, instant reset. Good reactions
Cons: Angle sensitive--best one on one or social media. You need to keep your spectator
within a narrow viewing range. Case is not examinable.
On this last point, it seems to me
that it might be possible in future to create some covert "locking mechanism" that would allow the
case to be handed out (as I've seen with some Tenyo products)--as it is, you cannot share it though
the spectators are generally focussed on the undamaged cards. All in all, this is worth getting if
you can live with the above limitations and have some way to cover it if the spec says "can I see
that case?".
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Everything seems nice, but when I try to dump the cards out, a few cards remain stuck and I have to
pull them out one by one. This ruins the effect and draws too much attention to the case. The
spectator is left wondering why cards would get stuck, and creates suspicion about the case itself,
instead of appreciating the effect and letting them examine the cards.
I think I might be
able to gently file the inside of the case to remedy this, as it is a very small amount of pinching
of the cards. This part of the case has no effect on the actual method of the trick, it just seems
to be a slight defect in the clearance for the cards on the inside.
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This is one of the best close-up pieces I have seen in years. Angelo shows several different ways of
presenting this to maximize its impact on different types of audience. It plays especially well to a
camera, so it is perfect for zoom presentations and social media videos. But Angelo has also worked
out ways to do this under less friendly conditions.
Brilliant!!!!
Well worth the
money.
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Great trick. Surprised how well the angles are. Does take some practice tho. One thing they didnt
cover was the handling on the routine where you turn the case vertical, i think that would have the
worst angles. You get a routine idea from david regal and javier fuenmayor. Lots of subtle tips to
make the most impact out of this great effect. I would recommend this trick,
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Just got Demi Deck and let me just say, this is just about the perfect trick! So so cool, easy to
do, very visual. Build quality is insanely good. Angelo, thank you so much for bringing this to the
community! I will definitely practice a lot, but within 10 minutes I've already got it down good for
the camera. Wow! I LOVE this trick! It feels so good to get a trick that is as good as advertised!
Rare these days!
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Basically all you want in a magic effect. It's not cheap but not expensive for how hard the effect
hits either- whether virtually or in person- Get it!
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