|
|
Go to page [Previous] 1~2~3~4~5~6 [Next] | ||||||||||
GlenD Inner circle LosAngeles, Ca 1293 Posts |
Can anyone tell me about how long I can expect to wait before receiving the effect? I am in Southern Calif and ordered the unit from the creators' website, per the link on page 1 of this thread, today.
Thanks in advance. Glen
"A miracle is something that seems impossible but happens anyway" - Griffin
"Any future where you succeed, is one where you tell the truth." - Griffin (Griffin rocks!) |
|||||||||
samdan Special user 519 Posts |
Is this easy enough for hobbyists just doing magic for family and friends on occasion? Any sleights or special pk ring required?
|
|||||||||
rhettbryson Elite user Greenville, SC Not ashamed of his 406 Posts |
No sleights or PK stuff needed. You do have to remember some stuff - but it is not hard.
|
|||||||||
emyers99 Inner circle Columbus, Ohio 4741 Posts |
Wish Penguin had this. I hate ordering from anyone else.
|
|||||||||
GlenD Inner circle LosAngeles, Ca 1293 Posts |
I have mine and really like it a lot and want to perform and feature this as one of my top go to close-up effects/routines. However my unit is VERY unpredictable and does not function properly at any point in the routine. It does not function consistently the way it is supposed to and I am very frustrated trying to make it through the entire routine without mishap. It just does not seem possible with my unit. It is to the point where I simply cannot consider performing this at all. Anyone else have issues with repeatability? I am planning to send it back and hopefully receive a replacement unit as I would certainly like to have this effect assuming it works consistently.
Glen
"A miracle is something that seems impossible but happens anyway" - Griffin
"Any future where you succeed, is one where you tell the truth." - Griffin (Griffin rocks!) |
|||||||||
emyers99 Inner circle Columbus, Ohio 4741 Posts |
Anyone else have problems with theirs? Got mine today and it only works correctly every once in a while. Other times it goes out of sequence and for the final phase, I can never get one of the outside lights to light. I'm bummed. I was so looking forward to this.
|
|||||||||
saysold1 Eternal Order Recovering Cafe addict with only 10794 Posts |
If it doesn't work on Friday nights and out all day on Saturdays... I have some working theorys.
:)
Creator of The SvenPad Supreme(R) line of aerospace level quality, made in the USA utility props. https://svenpads.com/
|
|||||||||
rhettbryson Elite user Greenville, SC Not ashamed of his 406 Posts |
Eric - yours is, I think, the only reported malfunction of the lights reported. Were I you I would contact the makers and ask for a return for replacement. I am sure they will work for you to resolve the problem. I have found them cordial and prompt to respond in the past.
|
|||||||||
emyers99 Inner circle Columbus, Ohio 4741 Posts |
Fabulous. Figures. My luck with electronics continues.
|
|||||||||
J M Talbot Inner circle 3055 Posts |
That's too bad Eric, mine has worked without issue. As Rhett mentions have been little to no complaints we have heard of with this. If you get a replacement it should be good... it is a cool prop.
John |
|||||||||
emyers99 Inner circle Columbus, Ohio 4741 Posts |
Paul from Hocus immediately responded and a new one is already in the mail.
|
|||||||||
Killertweety Inner circle Belgium (-Europe) 1457 Posts |
After reading this thread I ordered mine yesterday from Hocus Pocus (I hope mine works OK because sending it back is expensive ). I have always been fascinated with these boards and for the price Hocus Pocus sells it I finally took the plunge. I forgot to ask if this is the new version they sell (with the back covered) ... . It isn't a real issue I suppose, especially because I will be using John's routine anyway
Another question: can you replace the battery? |
|||||||||
J M Talbot Inner circle 3055 Posts |
Hey Killer, I think you will like this and with John's routine you can't go wrong
Yes, the battery is easily replaceable. I recently aquired a second unit in a magic auction lot and it works fine. It has new backing but for my routine I prefer the original. Cheers, John |
|||||||||
Killertweety Inner circle Belgium (-Europe) 1457 Posts |
Thanks John, looking forward to it
|
|||||||||
Killertweety Inner circle Belgium (-Europe) 1457 Posts |
Got mine What a cute litle thing! I got the second version I believe, the back is covered with an orange piece of cloth (which can be removed). However, I can't perform it because I have no smartphone to scan the code and the link on the card to the explanation video doesn't work
I have contacted Hocus Pocus and hope they can send me the proper link. |
|||||||||
J M Talbot Inner circle 3055 Posts |
Great Killer, do the switches have nice covers as weell? Version one had cheap pieces of tubing that were not ver attractive. If you have no luck with the link then I am sure we can help you with a basic explanation.
John |
|||||||||
rhettbryson Elite user Greenville, SC Not ashamed of his 406 Posts |
Earlier in this thread I gave a link to a $3.99 Radio Shack swath that has 4 pal sic switchch handle covers that swotk woey with this trick. They are a GREAT improvement on the covers supplied with the trick.
|
|||||||||
J M Talbot Inner circle 3055 Posts |
Yes Rhett that was a great addition. I have a version 2 (got it in an auction lot) of this effect now in addition to version 1 and on version 2 they added new switch covers (obviously took your suggestion).
|
|||||||||
Dr. Eamon Inner circle ------------John Dream------------If you can Dream it, you can Do it! 1313 Posts |
Any tips on where I could find some pictures of the new version, especially the improvements? They have not changed the website...
Thanks! John |
|||||||||
GlenD Inner circle LosAngeles, Ca 1293 Posts |
My second unit is a piece of crap, still doesn't work. Very unreliable, still cant get through the routine without a failure to operate properly... Too bad, I really like the effect. My advice is, if you really love this effect, then get the full size expensive version. Mine is going in junk drawer after trying and trying and trying to just get through the routine ONCE! Doesn't happen anymore. I'm very disappointed and tired of fighting with this thing.
"A miracle is something that seems impossible but happens anyway" - Griffin
"Any future where you succeed, is one where you tell the truth." - Griffin (Griffin rocks!) |
|||||||||
The Magic Cafe Forum Index » » Latest and Greatest? » » Cobra Magic - Magic Light (2 Likes) | ||||||||||
Go to page [Previous] 1~2~3~4~5~6 [Next] |
[ Top of Page ] |
All content & postings Copyright © 2001-2024 Steve Brooks. All Rights Reserved. This page was created in 0.03 seconds requiring 5 database queries. |
The views and comments expressed on The Magic Café are not necessarily those of The Magic Café, Steve Brooks, or Steve Brooks Magic. > Privacy Statement < |