Command Pad by Peter Turner
This video is a fantastic introduction to the Command Pad mentalism effect by Peter Turner. It highlights the tool's simplicity, effectiveness, and accessibility for magicians of all levels. The Command Pad, a readily available pad from a dollar store, is secretly loaded with information, allowing performers to confidently predict a spectator's thoughts. Peter Turner demonstrates a routine where he accurately predicts a spectator's chosen destination and a random date in October, emphasizing the lack of gimmicks and spectator handling. While the specific method remains protected, Turner stresses the importance of unique and random information within the pad and the subtle techniques detailed in his accompanying download. He encourages a direct and confident performance style, leveraging the pad's unassuming appearance for deceptive presentation. Ultimately, Turner positions the Command Pad as a cost-effective and powerful addition to any magician's repertoire, offering impressive mentalism results for just a few dollars and respecting the intellectual property of other magicians.
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Key points
The Command Pad is a simple and effective mentalism trick.
It can be purchased at a dollar store.
Peter Turner provides a download with detailed instructions.
The effect allows for confident predictions of a spectator's thoughts.
It's suitable for beginners, intermediates, and experts.
The video discourages revealing methods or gimmicks.