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Rub A Dub Vanish by Chris Mayhew and Big Blind Media

Created by: Chris Mayhew, Big Blind Media

Rub A Dub Vanish is a close-up card magic trick where a selected card appears to be thumbed off the deck but vanishes instantly in full view, creating a strong visual deception. This enhanced version, known as Rub A Dubstep, allows the card to be held cleanly at the fingertips for better visibility and versatility, making it suitable for intimate and walkaround performances. It can be used not only as a vanish but also as a control, switch, or steal, integrating into routines like card fusion effects or classic plots such as the Anniversary Waltz. Practical applications with napkins or tablecloths add real-world usability, and it is designed to be easy to learn while maintaining high deception, exclusively available through Big Blind Media.

Key features

  • Enhanced version of the classic Rub A Dub Vanish with improved handling

  • Allows card to be held at fingertips for better visibility and versatility

  • Multi-purpose utility move usable as vanish, control, switch, and steal

  • Includes two full routines: Fusion Routine and Anniversary Waltz

  • Practical applications with napkins or tablecloths for real-world performance

  • Easy to learn and execute, suitable for intimate and walkaround magic settings

  • Exclusive release from Big Blind Media, emphasizing uniqueness and value

Pros

  • Highly visual and deceptive vanish happening in full view

  • Versatile for various card magic routines beyond just vanishes

  • Easy to learn and execute, making it accessible for many skill levels

  • Includes practical performance tips and multiple applications

  • Well-suited for close-up and walkaround magic environments

Cons

  • Exclusive to Big Blind Media, limiting availability to other platforms

  • May require practice to integrate smoothly into broader routines

  • Primarily focused on card magic, not suitable for other types of effects

Effect

The Rub A Dub Vanish makes a playing card disappear instantly. The magician shows a card clearly between their fingers. They rub the card with their thumb. The card vanishes in full view. There is no cover or extra motion. The disappearance happens cleanly and visually.

Full details

The Rub A Dub Vanish is a classic card sleight. The Rub A Dubstep is an updated version. It allows the card to be held at the fingertips. This improves visibility and handling. The move can function as a vanish, a control, a switch, and a steal. It is a multi-purpose utility move for card magic.

The download includes two full routines. The Fusion Routine creates a card fusion effect. The Anniversary Waltz is a classic plot with improved handling. There is also a practical application using napkins or tablecloths. This adds real world usability for restaurant or table performances.

Who should consider the trick

This move suits magicians who perform close up or walkaround magic. It works well in intimate settings. It is useful for performers who want a visual and versatile card move. It is good for those who like utility moves that serve multiple functions.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The move is designed to be easy to learn and execute. It maintains high deception while being accessible. Chris Mayhew's teaching emphasizes practicality and performance nuance. The move feels organic rather than technical. It is suitable for various skill levels.

What magicians say

Big Blind Media describes the Rub A Dubstep as a supercharged version of the classic vanish. They note it removes the move from the deck, allowing cleaner handling. Chris Mayhew is known for his commercial sensibilities and clever magical thinking. The move is presented as a must have for working magicians and sleight enthusiasts. It is exclusive to Big Blind Media, emphasizing its value in the magic community.

What people are saying about Rub A Dub Vanish

BigBlindMedia says...

Chris Mayhew and Big Blind Media have teamed up for an exclusive release that reimagines a classic card sleight for the modern performer. [...] This not only enhances the visual purity of the vanish but also opens up new possibilities for routining.

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