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Mark James - Supercharged Classics Set 1

Released by RSVP Magic

What the blurb says:
So, why should you by these DVDS? Well maybe its because its not all card tricks, Or maybe it's because they have 11 full working routines on them that are split into two fully working sets that you will be able to use. Maybe its because with nothing else but these DVDS you will have enough working material to go out and earn a living from magic. Or maybe it's because they're full of hints and tips about working as a magician.

Whatever your reasons, these dvds will help. You probably knew that though, because you’re smart and that's what got you this far. So go on, go for it.... you'll like these DVDs, honest.

DISC ONE

Turbo Cup - The greatest opening routine ever. Mark tips the psychology behind why this routine puts you head and shoulders above the rest. Superfast and full of huge laughs.

Though Of Card Under Glass - Blow them away within one minute of getting the deck out Does exactly what it says on the label!

OmniBitious - A logical, funny and practical routine for this timeless classic. Mark shows you how to put his ambitious formula to all of your routines and triple the reactions you’re getting… instantly.

IDR - Do you own an ID? Are you using it? If you just answered no, that's about to change.

Bonus - Chicago Quadropener - Marks signature multi-phase routine. Full of cheeky convincers and clever thinking, this routine could soon become the only card trick you do at a table.


Well, what a brilliant DVD. The difference between this and many, many other DVDs is that Mark teaches professional, we structured routines as opposed to lots of individual tricks. Mark has put a lot of thought into these routines so that everything progresses naturally. There is no “dead air” and some of the things Mark gets away with are so bold that you can’t help but to laugh out loud when you see the simplicity of some of the routines.

Mark works by using a mountain of misdirection to achieve miracles. He also explains every little nuance which he has refined over years of performing, things from the misdirection, the thinking behind things, down to pocket management.

The routine itself in its entirety works well. Starting with his fantastic chop cup routine (which, by the way is pretty easy to follow and only uses a couple of basic moves) ends with the production of two lemons. From there, he leads onto his thought of card under cup. He uses the chop cup as the place where the card appears, which logically makes sense. The thought of card under cup is absolutely brilliant and a real workers dream – something which I know will be going straight into my set. The routine finishes with Omni-bitious, a nice, bold, fast paced ambitious card routine with a stunning bold use of the Omni-deck.

In the bonus section, we see Mark perform the ID. Its a great presentation of the effect. Nothing more really needs to be said here! What I really really like about the ID section is the little tip that Mark shares regarding the card case. Its such a simple thing to think of but one that I bet nobody has thought of!!!

The second bonus is my absolute FAVORITE routine from the DVD. Chicago Quadropener is just an absolutely brilliant multi-phase routine combining colour changing decks, the classic Chicago Opener and a super sweet suprise climax. This is something that will definitely be going into my repertoire. Its got all the best elements of card magic in it and nobody will second guess you on the finish. This routine could easily be the only card routine you have to do.

Overall, Mark is a brilliant teacher. He doesn’t leave anything out and explains everything fully and the thinking behind aspects of the routine. You can tell Mark is a successful worker from this DVD.

You could easily take this DVD, learn it completely and go out and earn a professional living with this one set alone.

Please don’t buy theses DVDs though... I want it all for myself!!!

10/10 by far

Great review Mark. I love DVD's such as this one and will definitely put it on my to-buy list !! I would love to see the Chicago Opener routine on this one.

great only two things missing from thease great reviews mate a link and a price.

Hi Mark,

Really happy that you enjoyed "Supercharged Classics 1 and 2". Mark put a lot of effort and work into the whole project and I think it shows on screen.

You can buy these now at www.rsvpmagic.com and see two trailers featuring the magic on each DVD and each containing one complete routine. If anyone registers for our newsletter, expect special prices and offers on various new products as and when they are released.

Best,
Russ

this looks amazing. Can't wait to get them myself.
Thx for the review

Seriously dude do you work for RSVP? Your ultra rave review for this and also Vol 2 in a separate thread read like advertising copy rather than a "review" - especially as their website says they have only been released today, so you must be talking about a pre-release copy they specially sent you? You say that everything is "brilliant" or "fantastic" - a little balance please. Unless of course this genuinely is the greatest magic DVD of all time.

Hi TheStoner,

Mark Waddington does not work for us and his reviews are his own, although obviously as the producers of this project, we think they are great DVDs too!

Hope that clears things up for you.

Best,
Russ - rsvpmagic

Oh and by the way, all orders shipped out to customers on Friday morning when they arrived, so no this wasn't a pre-release set of DVDs.

Best,
Russ - rsvpmagic

I would like to point out I have no association with RSVP. I bought Supercharged 1 and 2 just as anybody would. I feel that when material is good enough it deserves a good review. As a professional you know when material is strong enough and you are able to tell when somebody knows what they are doing.


I have been sent another DVD as a review copy which I will be posting in the next day or two but other than that I have no association with RSVP.

Mark

P.S. Thestoner - if you do want me to tell you the one thing I didnt like about the dvds then I would have to say I would have preferred to watch the set as a whole without dividing it into each routine then explaining them. I think if we had watched the whole set as one then as a viewer we would get a better idea of what it would be like to watch Mark live and uninterrupted.

Thanks for the review Mark. This DVD and part 2 looks like a contender for the CUPS list. But...what about difficulty? Could you add a few numbers please? I don't want to fork out unless I'm confident I can use the routines.

Cheers,
Wishmaster

OK fair enough!

By the way I've just ordered Volume 1 from RSVP, so the review obviously helped! From the demo it does look like good stuff. I'll put up my own review in a few days when I've watched it and tried out some of the routines.

Maybe RSVP could send me a freebie copy of Volume 2 and then I could review that as well?!?

Just got vol 1 and have to say it is an excellent dvd. Thanks for the review mark really helped make my mind up and you were spot on.
cheers
den

ordered and waiting for me at home.

the video on the website of his chicago opener is amazing

Well it arrived and, annoyingly, it's bloody brilliant stuff! And I don't work for RSVP (honest). Although they still haven't sent me the freebie Vol 2 to review as yet. But Vol 1 is excellent and Mark James explains stuff really well. Highly recommended!!!

Hello Everyone,

I just thought I'd thank you for your kind words regarding Mark's DVD project, which I know he'll be chuffed about. Thanks to everyone that bought the DVDs, your custom is much appreciated.

Best,
Russ - rsvpmagic