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4552 Control by Jack Carpenter and Jamie Masterson

Created by: Jack Carpenter, Jamie Masterson

The '4552 Control' is a sophisticated card sleight featured in *Carpenter's Conceptions*, a hardback book by Jack Carpenter and Jamie Masterson. This close-up card magic technique is part of a collection of 35 submissions, primarily card tricks, with some incorporating coins, rope, and fire. The book emphasizes Carpenter's signature 'slide of hand' techniques, offering detailed instruction on seven sleights, including the '4552 Control.' The material is brand new and has been road-tested by Carpenter for 15 years, making it a valuable resource for serious card magicians who appreciate classic, technically demanding magic. The book is designed for those familiar with Carpenter's previous works and includes black-and-white photographs and old-school instructional style.

Key features

  • Part of *Carpenter's Conceptions*, a 150-page hardback book with 35 submissions.

  • Includes detailed instruction on seven sleights, including the '4552 Control.'

  • Features brand-new material road-tested by Jack Carpenter for 15 years.

  • Emphasizes 'slide of hand' techniques for close-up card magic.

  • Old-school instructional style with black-and-white photographs.

Pros

  • High-quality, never-before-published material from a legendary card magician.

  • Detailed, road-tested techniques suitable for serious magicians.

  • Includes a variety of card tricks and sleights, with some non-card items like coins and rope.

Cons

  • May be too advanced for beginners.

  • Higher price point at $70 for the hardback book.

Effect

The 4552 Control is a card sleight developed by Jack Carpenter. It allows a magician to secretly control a selected card to a desired position in the deck without the audience detecting the move. The effect appears completely natural, making it a deceptive tool for card workers.

Full Details

The 4552 Control is one of seven sleights taught in Carpenter’s Conceptions, a book by Jack Carpenter and Jamie Masterson. The book contains 35 submissions, mostly card tricks, along with detailed explanations of advanced techniques. The 4552 Control is described as a refined method for card control, emphasizing smooth execution and misdirection.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This sleight is best suited for serious card magicians who appreciate technical precision. It is ideal for those familiar with Carpenter’s previous works, such as Modus Operandi and The Expert’s Portfolio, as it follows his signature "slide of hand" style. Beginners may find it challenging, but intermediate to advanced performers will benefit from its deceptive qualities.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The 4552 Control requires practice and skill to perform convincingly. David from Magic Orthodoxy notes that Carpenter’s techniques are "technically demanding," meaning they are not for casual performers. However, the book provides clear instructions and black-and-white photographs to aid learning.

What Magicians Say

David of Magic Orthodoxy praises the 4552 Control as part of Carpenter’s "lifetime of die-hard slide of hand magic." He highlights Carpenter’s ability to mislead audiences subtly, stating:

"Jack will completely blow you away. He’ll take his audience down one path and then, right at the end of the trick, it completely goes in a different direction—and you didn’t even know he was taking you there."

The sleight is described as a valuable addition to a magician’s toolkit, especially for those who perform gambling-themed or advanced card magic.

What people are saying about 4552 Control

David (Magic Orthodoxy) says...

Jack Carpenter is a creative and technical expert. His slide of hand techniques are truly one-of-a-kind, and this book is your chance to learn never-before-published material from one of the legends.

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