Introducing The Shift #2 by Studio52

Studio52 has raised the bar once again with The Shift #2. This second volume in the series offers even more content and meticulous detail than its predecessor.

The Shift #2 expands on the first volume with material designed for performance entirely in the hands, eliminating the need for a table. Inside, you’ll find three captivating close-up effects, practical adaptations of classic techniques, and three insightful theoretical articles that will enhance your understanding and skills in magic.

Effects:

• Stepping Stones – A mesmerizing three-phase routine featuring ‘thought of’ cards. This effect is crafted for maximum impact, allowing you to seemingly predict thoughts and manipulate perceptions effortlessly.
• Slow Roll – An astonishing card location effect where the spectator shuffles the deck, selects a card, returns it, and shuffles again. Despite this, you can reveal the card in any manner you choose, leaving audiences baffled.
• M-Theory – A surreal take on the Ambitious Card effect, where a selected card and signature appear and vanish at various moments. This routine culminates in an ‘impossible object’ keepsake for the spectator, deepening their appreciation for this classic.

Techniques:

• The Erdnase Top Palm – Gain new insights and a comprehensive breakdown of the world’s best top palm technique.
• The Riffle Force – A refined version of the classic Riffle Force that you’ll want to incorporate immediately.
• A False Swing Cut – An impressive in-the-hands false cut that appears completely natural, featuring enhancements popularized by Ben Earl.

Theory:

• Breaking The Frame – An essay that builds on the first volume, offering deeper insights into enhancing the deception in your card magic with simple technique adjustments.
• The Art of Practice – A series of six unique drills designed to refine your magic technique using just a rubber ball and your feet.
• Influence and Deception – The second essay in a series exploring the nature of deception in magic, previously accessible only to UK military and government circles.

The Shift is crafted to support your learning journey, designed for easy reading on-the-go while also looking stunning on your bookshelf. This high-quality, full-color, hardback publication is produced in collaboration with industry experts, ensuring every detail enhances your learning experience.

The thoughtful layout, color scheme, typeface, and photographs are all intentionally designed to enrich your enjoyment and comprehension. The Shift delves deep into the art of magic, addressing challenges you may not have realized existed.

Ben’s vision for The Shift extends beyond providing powerful, practical magic; it aims to foster new conversations and perspectives on the craft. This is not just another magic book; it offers profound insights into the art form.