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DaveM Special user Germany 788 Posts |
EFFECT: Performer brings out a small velvet bag containing 5 small brass rods and a brass cylinder with screw cap. Peformer turns his back and instructs spec to place any of the rods (each has a different number) into the cylinder and screw the cap on....and subsequently hide the remainging rods. Performer can immediately divine the correct rod-number without opening the cylinder. Everything can be handed out for examination....or immediately repeated as many times as you like. I like to perform it 3 times to eliminate the "chance" of correctly guessing in the eyes of the spec.
QUALITY OF MATERIALS: It's a Viking brass, so I knew it would be top-notch. Buy the original...not the rip-offs. Enough said. I chose this over the new "Gemsation" because I thought it would be smaller and easier to carry around. DIFFICULTY: Almost self-working, so I give it a 2 out of 10. OVERALL RATING: I've seen some complaints as to it coming across as very "gimmicky". I completely disagree. Uri Geller was subjected to a very similar test involving metal cylinders, so I use that premise as the basis of my "experiment". Being able to repeat the experiment without failure as many times as you like drives the spec CRAZY. Based on build quality and spec reactions, I give it a 9.5. VERY well thought-out effect. Dave |
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Dr. Zordas Elite user 478 Posts |
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On 2006-07-16 22:25, DaveM wrote: Yes, I agree. Buy the original. Not the silly version with 'gems'. The original Viking version is 'gem-less' and all the better for it. See original version here... Dr. Zordas |
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Decomposed Eternal Order High Desert 12059 Posts |
I love Viking and George answers questions quickly.
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Waters Inner circle 2508 Posts |
Agreed!
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joseph Eternal Order Please ignore my 17407 Posts |
This sounds like 5 minutes of fun.....Anyone else have this?...
"Everything should be made as simple as possible, but no simpler." (Einstein)...
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Julie Inner circle 3936 Posts |
Hello
I have both versions and unlike previous posters I prefer the Gemsation because it looks classier and the colors are much easier to distinguish. Anyone else think this way or am I the Lone Ranger Julie |
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DaveM Special user Germany 788 Posts |
I always thought Transmental looked more "scientific" and less "gimmicky/flashy" than Gemsation. Plus Transmental looks to be smaller than Gemsation, which helped influence my decision even more.
But in the end it's all personal preference. Both products are of fantastic quality....you can't lose either way. When I first started dabbling in magic some years ago, someone gave me Magic Makers' "Super Sight" as a gift. I got GREAT reactions to it, and it quickly became my favorite...until I realized that it wasn't the authentic item. Dave |
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Julie Inner circle 3936 Posts |
A powerful application of any of these versions to a complete routine is to use this "scientific testing equipment" as an element in a traditional one-ahead routine thereby eliminating the somewhat awkward handling usually associated with same.
Julie |
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Pit Boss Special user 573 Posts |
I also prefer gemsation strictly from a visibility standpoint, it is sometimes difficult for people to see clearly the difference in the transmental rods.
My gemsation tube is also much smaller than the transmental tube. |
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GlenD Inner circle LosAngeles, Ca 1293 Posts |
I only have the Gemsation so am biased, I guess. Although when I purchased it (Hollywood Magic Store) I was able to see both and compare them side by side and went with Gemsation on appeal and visual appearance. This is a matter of persoanl prefference only and doesn't mean squat to anyone you perform it for!
Also another example, although a minor one, of the value of actual magic shops. So if you are lucky enough to have one within at least an hour of where you live... then by all means support them! It will be a sad sad day when all the magic shops are gone because saving an extra buck was more important than supporting ye old magic shoppe! Please excuse the rant. GlenD
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Decomposed Eternal Order High Desert 12059 Posts |
How do you present this Glen and what are the reactions?
Thanks C
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GlenD Inner circle LosAngeles, Ca 1293 Posts |
Typically as a lead in to other less gimmicky or explainable mental/prediction effects. My presentation varies between a simple "let's try something" and I just bring it out and go into it. Other times I have used mumbo jumbo about scientific studies show that a woman more often favors blue... blah blah blah but since you're trying to trick the magician I am getting a sense that you switched on me and put in the gold one! whatever... I just play with the audience with it and have fun.
GlenD
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Decomposed Eternal Order High Desert 12059 Posts |
Thanks Glen D
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leapinglizards Inner circle 1263 Posts |
As a gift, here is a routine I wrote for transmetal- makes it into more of a "psychic" routine as opposes to mental magic, and makes it play a bit longer.
It is from my book, Mind Candy. If you go here, the only thing on the page is a link to download the PDF of the pages from the book which have that routine. Free with my compliments to anyone who enjoys it. The method is NOT revealed... it is a rotuine only. http://leapinglizardsmagic.com/transmental.htm
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GlenD Inner circle LosAngeles, Ca 1293 Posts |
Wow, thanks for sharing that routine. I like it and might find an opportunity to present it that way someday.
Thanks again, that is very creative and well thought out. Glen
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leapinglizards Inner circle 1263 Posts |
Thanks so much! Glad you like it.
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GlenD Inner circle LosAngeles, Ca 1293 Posts |
Anyone who might be interested... I posted a gospel presentational idea in the "good news" section.
Glen
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GWSchott Veteran user Southeastern Michigan 361 Posts |
I have a cheap version of this effect and am looking to upgrade to the Viking. I'm undecided about going with the 'original' transmental or the Gemsation. I've heard the gems tend to pop out of the latter, but I find that hard to believe given Viking's reputation for quality. Anyone have this problem?
Yours In Magic,
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John Bowlin Special user Maryland 827 Posts |
Based on these reviews I'm going to order the gemsation version. Doesn't really sound like I can go wrong either way. I'll post my review when familiar with it and performed. Thanks everyone.
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John Bowlin Special user Maryland 827 Posts |
I received my Gemsational Transmetal today and I think it is great. It is a high quality effect in both appearance and in function. It only takes a short time to master and then one can start working on pure performance. I see this gemstone version as having many versions of patter relating to types of gemstones, birthstones, colors...etc. This version has a look of class and does not wreak of "gimmick" in any way. One of the best prop purchases for closeup in some time. I did one performance so far as revelation of their gemstone choice based on the spectators character and taste. Almost like a psychic perception. It really went over well. The spectator was impressed and the prop was not even scrutinized even though it could stand up to some pretty serious scrutiny. I look forward to performing it with a "prop investigator" type. Viking just makes great stuff.
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