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Traditional Clink Pass

The Traditional Clink Pass is a classic coin magic trick that combines visual and auditory deception to create a stunning illusion. The magician shows a coin, places it in their hand, and then drops a second coin into the same hand. The audience hears the clink of the coins colliding, but when the hand is opened, only one coin remains. The other coin has seemingly vanished. This trick is perfect for close-up magic and relies on classic palm techniques and precise timing to create the illusion. The sound of the coins clinking together adds an extra layer of deception, making the trick even more convincing.

Key features

  • Uses sound to enhance the illusion

  • Relies on classic palm techniques

  • Perfect for close-up magic

  • Requires precise timing and hand movements

  • Great for both beginners and experienced magicians

Pros

  • Highly deceptive due to the auditory component

  • Simple to learn but very effective

  • Can be performed with any coins

  • Versatile and can be combined with other coin tricks

Cons

  • Requires practice to master the timing and hand movements

  • May be challenging for those new to coin magic

Effect

The Traditional Clink Pass creates the illusion of a coin vanishing with a simple, audible clink. The magician shows a coin, places it in their hand, and then drops a second coin into the same hand. The audience hears the clink of the coins colliding, but when the hand is opened, only one coin remains. The second coin appears to have vanished, leaving the audience puzzled.

Full details

The Traditional Clink Pass relies on a combination of classic palm technique and precise timing. The magician secretly retains the first coin in a classic palm while dropping the second coin into the hand. The sound of the second coin hitting the first creates the illusion that both coins are in the hand. The magician then uses a vanish technique, such as a finger palm or retention vanish, to make the first coin disappear. The result is a clean and deceptive illusion that uses both sound and visual misdirection.

Who should consider the trick

The Traditional Clink Pass is ideal for magicians who enjoy coin magic and want to add a deceptive, sound-based trick to their repertoire. It’s suitable for performers of all skill levels, though beginners may need to practice the classic palm and timing to perfect the effect. This trick works well in close-up or street magic settings, where the sound of the clink can enhance the illusion.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Traditional Clink Pass is moderately difficult, primarily due to the need for precise timing and hand coordination. The classic palm technique is essential, and performers must practice to ensure the vanish looks natural. The trick also requires the ability to synchronize the sound of the clink with the visual misdirection. While it may take some practice to master, the effect is well worth the effort.

What magicians say

Jay Sankey describes the Traditional Clink Pass as a deceptive trick that uses sound to amplify the magic. He emphasizes the importance of timing and the classic palm technique, noting that the trick relies on the audience’s perception of both sound and sight. Sankey’s step-by-step breakdown makes the trick accessible, though he acknowledges that mastering the hand movements and timing will take practice. He recommends this trick for magicians looking to add a deceptive, sound-based illusion to their performances.

What people are saying about Traditional Clink Pass

SankeyMagic says...

The Traditional Clink Pass is deceptive because of the audio component. The sound of the coins clinking together makes the trick feel real, even though one coin has vanished.

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