Magic Tricks

Vibrations could have been an outstanding psychometry effect. But it isn't. Of course, any mentalism effect depends of the performer's presentation skills, but that's not the issue here.

The trick, itself, as Luke Jermay developed it, is excellent. And his instructions are well-written. However, there's a major flaw that rears its head after the trick has been performed. Yes, I said AFTER the trick has been performed. Let me explain.

Four audience members or spectators participate in this effect. One of the four has his/her item returned during the performance. So far, so good. However, after the trick ends and the other three spectators go to retrieve their items (weather as a group or individually), that's when the major flaw becomes painfully obvious. Modus operandi exposed. Game over.

I can't go into detail without revealing the method. However, even if the performer has an assistant return the items to their owners, the method still becomes obvious.True, Vibrations should only be performed before a large audience. Even so,spectators are not blind or stupid. If there is any way to avoid this flaw, it should have been included in the instructions.

I've spent $100 for an effect I can't use. For that price, this should be an outstanding effect that is absolutely bullet-proof. Unfortunately, it falls short.