Magic Review - Cassette Deck by Gary Cross
David from Magic Orthodoxy delivers a thorough review of Gary Cross's "Cassette Deck," an intriguing effect centered around a custom-marked deck of cards and a 3D-printed cassette tape prop that functions as an Omni deck. David champions independent magic creators and acknowledges the $80 price point as reflective of the creator's investment. The deck, themed around 80s and 90s music, allows for a wide range of routines, including mind-reading effects, ESP matching, color changes, and adaptations of classic routines like "Gemini Twins." A standout feature is the extensive tutorial support provided by Gary Cross, covering everything from deck markings and the SI Stean stack to multiple routines and animated image reveals. While the pixelated image on the cassette tape box is a minor critique, David ultimately recommends the "Cassette Deck" as a worthwhile purchase for magicians seeking a versatile and creative prop, emphasizing its value as a tool for numerous effects rather than a single trick. He also promotes his own "Magic Reveal T-Shirt" with its own magic effects and tutorials.
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Review of Gary Cross's "Cassette Deck"
Custom-marked deck and 3D-printed cassette tape prop (Omni deck)
Versatile deck suitable for multiple routines (mind reading, ESP, color changes, classic routines)
Extensive tutorial support from Gary Cross (deck markings, SI Stean stack, routines)
Minor critique: pixelated image on the cassette tape box
Recommended for magicians seeking a creative and versatile prop