Discover the Aronson Stack

In 1979, Simon Aronson revolutionized the world of magic with his innovative tool – A Stack To Remember, now known as the “Aronson stack.” This unique arrangement of cards possesses remarkable properties that can lead to astonishing effects.

Many magicians shy away from memorizing stacked decks due to the overwhelming challenge of remembering card positions. The struggle to associate cards with their locations often leads to frustration and abandonment of the practice. I faced similar hurdles until I encountered a manuscript by Harry Anderson that inspired me to simplify the learning process.

Thus, I developed the Peg Memory System (PMS), transforming the memorization of the stack into an enjoyable experience. I learned the stack in just an hour while driving!

Aronson Stack for Everybody presents a clear, visual approach to mastering the Aronson stack, all with Simon’s endorsement.

This technique is also effective for other memorized stacks, including Mnemonica by Juan Tamariz, The Six-Hour Memorized Deck by Martin Joyal, and the Nikola stack.

While this manuscript does not teach specific tricks, it includes links to various free memorized deck tricks and resources, including a complimentary e-book from Simon Aronson! For further insights, explore the works of Aronson, Tamariz, Close, and others to unlock the full potential of this extraordinary tool.

“I can’t thank you enough for sharing your PMS with us. I GOT this! I never thought I would be able to do this, but I actually memorized a stacked deck! I tried several times [with other systems] to commit a stack to memory, and failed miserably each time. It was a tedious struggle, and I got frustrated because I kept backsliding. Eventually, I lost interest. NOW, because I can recall the card/position, I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Eventually, I will be able to say I mastered a stacked deck, and it will be because of YOU. Thank you SO much!” – Darryl H.

“I have been reading ‘Aronson Stack for Everybody.’ Wow, what a GREAT book! The PMS is even BETTER than I expected. I can now name EVERY card based on its stack number. The system is really easy to use, and doesn’t take long to master. I have tried in the past to learn the Aronson stack, but it never worked for me. YOUR system worked, and it was EASY! A BIG THANKS for making these notes available! You could charge TWICE the amount for these notes and they would still be a bargain.” – Rick H.

Regarding Aronson Stack For Everybody and Mnemonica For Everybody: “Great booklets! They are terrific!” – Marc Salem