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mrpiper Regular user Georgia 131 Posts |
While preparing for a new show, and owning 2 silk cabby devices that have seen many years of use, are not very sturdy, and have often needed repair, and aesthetic touch up, I began looking for a better presentation for a routine I am preparing. Frankly the silk cabby as a device has never been a favorite because it just looks like a decorated box that is designed to be a magic trick. There is no fun or mystery to it. I wanted something that added to the story rather than just another device prop.
I remembered seeing an interesting cabby design a while back at www.smmagic.com and went there to re-visit what I had learned. The video demo clarified the actual size of the device to be the largest commercially available silk cabby I have seen. There are 3 design choices. A "Stained Glass", "Jukebox" and "Antique Radio" design. As a Gospel presenter, I chose the "Radio" design to describe it as a "Radio that ONLY delivers GOOD NEWS!" Dan answered the phone when I called, and answered all of my questions with great patience. He was eager to help, and very insightful. After speaking with him, I placed the order. Dan shipped it immediately and the Cabby arrived in 3 business days. NOTABLE FEATURES: 1. This cabby is super sized! In the routine I am working on, I upgraded to using 18" and 36" silks. During the routine, the load chamber reaches a maximum of 2 - 36" silks and 2 - 18" silks all inside at the same time, and everything fits and works. 2. Graphics are vibrant and RUGGED. Not only will this device last for the rest of my career from a mechanical perspective, the graphics also will not scratch, dent, or fade unless the prop is simply abused. 3. The prop is BEAUTIFUL and ADDS to the show. It's not just another colorful gadget that looks like a cheap magic device. It looks like a part of the story you are presenting and actually makes sense to the audience which ADDS to the mystery of its use. 4. I will not divulge what may be a trade or design secret, except to say that Dan has engineered a UNIQUE device that works differently than any other silk cabby I have ever seen. It is MUCH more deceptive and supremely functional. 5. The "Theme" of the cabby can be changed. While I have not checked in to the cost of purchasing the different themed fronts to interchange, the fact that this can be done adds even more utility and expandability should your needs change in the future. 6. The price is VERY reasonable. Should you be shopping for a Silk Cabby for any reason, as you look at what is mostly foreign made, fragile, poorly built, flimsy material props throughout the market place, Dan's Silk Cabby is a PROFESSIONAL tool that you will be able to depend on. You may even find that Dan's version is LESS expensive than some of the FAR lesser products out there. Your show will be upgraded both visually and functionally. You simply can not go wrong here unless you just completely dislike the shape and currently available themes of this device. 7. Since I purchased the "Radio" version here are some thoughts specific to that... It is beautiful and really looks so much like a real antique radio that in a photograph, I do not think you could tell that it isn't exactly that! This being the case, it is dark. While the theme is clear, well made and period correct, it doesn't really POP from the stage as the other two themes do. This is not a complaint at all, just an observation. The beauty of the design is a little difficult to see. I am considering ordering the "Jukebox" theme front and just CALLING it a radio because the colors are so bright and beautiful. Once you just CALL it a "magic radio" I don't think any audience would think that wasn't exactly what it was because of the shape and size. I hope you find this information helpful. |
Dr. O Veteran user NC 395 Posts |
Very helpful review. I have always been pleased with Dan's offerings. I must admit I have never considered this prop but the radio does look gorgeous. I appreciate you bringing attention to this and sharing your thoughts.
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