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lunatik
Inner circle
Date me before I become famous!
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Posted: Mar 27, 2007 5:28am
If any of you are on the verge of buying it, there's one in the for sale section brand new at an unheard of $450, you better jump on it while you can before someone else snatches it up!!! I would be bend over backwards to pick up one of these. (no pun intended)
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: Mar 27, 2007 5:39am
Wow! That is an amazing price!!!!!
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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AmazingKeithy
New user
Round Rock, Texas
78 Posts
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Posted: Mar 27, 2007 10:48am
I understand if this asking for too much information but would like to know if QBII is in play from beginning to end or if it needs to be wrung(sp) in and/or out through the course of the routine.
Thanks,
Keith
Posted: Mar 27, 2007 11:42am
I understand if this asking for too much information but would like to know if QBII is in play from beginning to end or if it needs to be wrung in and/or out through the course of the routine.
Thanks,
Keith
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omnibozo
Regular user
Boulder, CO
142 Posts
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Posted: Mar 27, 2007 7:36pm
Keith, the QB comes and goes... but there just isn't any heat on it, so there are no worries there. Since it is a totally logical object, there is no heat as is drawn by a deck of cards, a jumbo marker, a wallet, or a wad of bills. I even hesitate to call it a switch out, though that does happen.
Bob LaRue
Omnibozo
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Piers
Inner circle
A Limited Edition of
1458 Posts
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Posted: Mar 28, 2007 5:19am
Can it be examined, closely or otherwise?
:)
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: Mar 28, 2007 6:13am
Piers,
During the routine the only objects that the spectators are aware of, is a Sharpie which they write with, and a borrowed coin. Nothing else appears to be involved. I hope this helps.
Posted: Mar 29, 2007 1:44am
Hello,
For those of you who have an original routine, idea, etc. on the "Quantum Bender 2.0", please check this out: http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/viewtopic.php?topic=203917&forum=3&2
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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magicmanfrank
Inner circle
1085 Posts
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Posted: Mar 29, 2007 1:46pm
WONDERFUL NEWS!!!!
The Early Bird may get the Worm, but it's the SECOND Mouse that gets the CHEESE!!!
Frank Thurston
www.FrankThurstonMagic.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Magic-of-Frank-Thurston/116625117910?ref=nf
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: Mar 29, 2007 9:56pm
Hello Magic Friends,
I did post this at the link above, but I'll leave it here too, since it started here....
By popular demand, I will be working on a new project. This will be a DVD on the "Quantum Bender 2.0". This DVD will include performances of different routines, handling techniques, subtleties, ideas, etc.. Right now I have an extensive collection of my own ideas, as well as a handful from other performers. At this time, I am accepting contributions from other people to include in the DVD (with credit of coarse!). I know that some ideas may be created independantly, & some may even be duplicated. If you have a unique idea, routine, etc. that you would like to contribute, please PM me, or e-mail me.
This DVD will be included with future purchases, after the DVD has been completed. It will also be sent to those who have already bought a "Quantum Bender 2.0" and returned their registration card. I need to have a deadline date for accepting the contributions, so that will be May 1st. That's the deadline. Thanks to all those who have expressed interest in this, and thanks for all your support!
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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bekralik
Inner circle
Canada
1058 Posts
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Posted: Mar 29, 2007 11:37pm
Nothing for QB1 owners? There should be some support for us, too.
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lunatik
Inner circle
Date me before I become famous!
2356 Posts
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Posted: Mar 30, 2007 12:44am
This is for QB2 owners
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: Mar 30, 2007 5:26am
After allot of consideration, I've decided to include in the DVD my closely gaurded, underground "S bend", using the QB2. Stay tooned!
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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sharpace
Loyal user
227 Posts
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Posted: Mar 30, 2007 6:12am
I'm the first few guys bought the Quantum Bender 1.0 we fully support John's products I hope we can get the DVD for different routines, handling techniques, subtleties, ideas, etc..
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Daegs
Inner circle
USA
4266 Posts
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Posted: Mar 30, 2007 6:58am
Quote:
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So closely guarded and underground that now everyone at the Café knows about it and it will be released on a commercial dvd sent to many people?
Must be a real worker than you have kept close to your chest for many years, with many people begging you not to release it because its too strong for laymen.... heh
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lunatik
Inner circle
Date me before I become famous!
2356 Posts
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Posted: Mar 30, 2007 7:54am
So you've never heard anyone releasing a pet effect of theirs that they've been holding onto for years? I might have to pull up some threads where some top magicians here have done so.....
"Don't let your Dreams become Fantasies"
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bekralik
Inner circle
Canada
1058 Posts
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Posted: Mar 30, 2007 6:51pm
Lunatik, when a QB3 comes out with a dvd just for QB3 owners, then you'll know how I feel. Enjoy the exclusivity.
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: Mar 30, 2007 9:43pm
Daegs,
Yes, it has been closely gaurded & underground. That's why you havn't heard about it until now! Yes, after many years, I am releasing it to those who have purchased the QB2, NOT everyone on the Café'.
Yes, it is a real worker, & thanks for your lovely comment.
Posted: Mar 30, 2007 9:54pm
Bekralik,
Just like a new car. They're going to update and change for the better every year. Your not going to complain because your new car comes with more stuff than last years model, are you? The Quantum Bender has gone through changes too. It is better than ever, same with the packaging & directions. I will consider a DVD version for QB1 owners too. K. I'm trying to make everyone happy!
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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omnibozo
Regular user
Boulder, CO
142 Posts
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Posted: Mar 31, 2007 1:03am
So John... since I own BOTH a 1.0 and a 2.0 can I get a copy of both dvds?
How about we all just pretend that there never was going to be a dvd of this? Then, magically, when the select QB2 owners that have actually sent in their registration cards find a surprise gift in their mailboxes, they will be really really happy. Those that did not send in the card, and the purchasers of version 1.0 (sold about three years ago!) will just have to sell their old one off and upgrade, so they will automatically get the dvd with the new purchase. Don't worry, you have plenty of time for this, as shooting has not yet started. Hey... here's an even better idea. Everything the 1.0 does, the 2.0 does better... so.... email John your fantastic 1.0 routine! If it is sufficiently original and wonderful, it might make it on the dvd! Now you have some real bragging rights... but you still have to purchase the 2.0...
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: Mar 31, 2007 1:11am
Yes, making & sending out a DVD (with extra stuff) was suppose to be an extra bonus.
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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bekralik
Inner circle
Canada
1058 Posts
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Posted: Mar 31, 2007 12:18pm
Actually version 2.0 only began shipping June 21 2006, less than a year ago, so there are some people who may have bought 1.0 up to that time. Not to get into a big issue over this, but I would prefer to liken this to software rather than a car; I would expect all the old software should still run on a newer operating system.
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: Mar 31, 2007 8:37pm
Bekralik,
Bill Gates is not going to send out programs and operating systems for free everytime there's a new one. Look at his new "Vista" software.
The QB2 is a big improvement over QB1. The old version still bends coins. The new one, does it better. QB2 can also do something extra(will be on DVD), which I don't recommend doing with the first version. Also the QB2 comes with a few extra routines. So just like many other magic products in this industry, there may be a newer model someday along with new ideas. There is a price difference between the QB1 & QB2, so that's another reason that I didn't feel it was so bad to include a DVD with the QB2. --Still trying to keep everyone happy! 
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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gabelson
Inner circle
conscientious observer
1821 Posts
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Posted: Apr 1, 2007 4:11am
There are two ways to bend a spectator's coin: Either sw**tch it out, or actually bend the one that's offered. And while I have certainly gotten mileage out of a simple sw**ch, at the end of the day, there is NO other explanation for the spec OTHER than a sw**tch, that although impressive, is, after all, a trick. Engaging, entertaining, but nevertheless, a trick. However, having used the QB2 for about 6 months now, I can honestly say, that after I have the spec SIGN their coin on one side, and put a number, or drawing on the other, so they KNOW there was no sw**tch, I have literally witnessed people's jaws drop- the reactions ranging from questions like "How do you focus your energy like that?", to statements like, "Joe! This guy just melted my coin between his fingers!" (and similar statements- even from skeptics). They KNOW it's their coin, and more importantly, as the bend is invisible, there IS NO EXPLANATION. 90% of the time, the spectator tries to bend it BACK- something they NEVER did when I used to do a simple sw**ch. And yet I still feel I'm learning how to use this wonderful tool! I definitely would buy a DVD offering different presentations, so I could get some insights, and mix up some methods that might cancel each other out. In addition to John's routine, Nathan Kranzo has a wonderful variation, as well. Also, I will say that I have tried other benders, and none are even in the same league as the QB2. And when my 12 year old did the bend effortlessly, I realized how truly brilliant the design was.
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Mystification
Veteran user
389 Posts
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Posted: Apr 1, 2007 11:03am
Wonder how this compares in deceptiveness to the terminator Wallet?
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lunatik
Inner circle
Date me before I become famous!
2356 Posts
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Posted: Apr 1, 2007 4:40pm
I like the looks of the terminator and I'm sure it bends coins nicely. But, it definately does'nt compare to the QB2 in deceptiveness. When I first got it, I looked at it and I had a big smile on my face. I took it over another magicians house and just had it in my hand most of the time to see if he'd say something. He saw it but nothing was out of the ordinary. He never once said anything. So before I left, I asked him about what he thought about the ******* and he had a puzzled look on his face and said 'what do you mean'? I asked him again and he said 'im not sure what you're getting at'..thats when I knew I had a winner in my hands. Having the QB2 is something you have out everyday anyways. It blends in 110%, you don't even hide the fact that its there. in fact you feel deviously evil flaunting it in front of them. Too bad you don't live closer to colorado,then you could see it first hand.
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merlin5150
New user
52 Posts
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Posted: Apr 5, 2007 12:01pm
I like it when they take a lighter to another coin and try it themselves!
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TheAmazingSteveo
Inner circle
1119 Posts
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Posted: Apr 5, 2007 11:55pm
Hi John,
I absolutely love Qb2 .. it's one of my staples in walkaround.
I sent in my Reg. Card to you. Looking forward to the DVD.
Thank you very much for QB2!
Steven Skindell
Posted: Apr 5, 2007 11:56pm
John, I forgot to mention that I've been doing it for months now. It is something people ask me to do again and again for new people.
I love it! In fact, I just did it tonight at a 50th birthday party gig.
Thanks again,
Steve
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Starromeo
Regular user
134 Posts
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Posted: Apr 6, 2007 2:42am
Thanks for the review guys
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: May 1, 2007 12:28pm
Hello,
We have reached the deadline for contributions to the DVD. I just thought that I would give a "Last Call" for anyone who wants to send something in. Thanks to all of you who have written to me, & thanks for all of your support.
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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billfromoregon
Special user
594 Posts
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Posted: May 3, 2007 4:23pm
OK, I just got the QB 2.0, so I will post my comparison of the original and the 2.0. The gimmick is basically the same, mechanically they work exactly the same. The difference is that the gimmick is now made of solid stainless steel, instead of steel inside a plastic housing. This actually makes a big diffeence, because the hinge mechanism is sturdier and the overall feel is much more solid. The slot for inserting the coin feels slightly larger, which makes insertion easier, and the actual bend requires slightly less force, perhaps 20% or so. Overall, I believe this is a significant improvement. Now, for those of you that own the original, is there any need to upgrade? No, not really, as the original will perform just fine. That being said, if you can afford it, I believe you will be more than pleased with the new model. After selling my original, it wound up costing me a couple hundred dollars extra, which I consider money well spent, as this new model should last a lifetime. Also, the routine has been updated and expanded, and I undestand that 2.0 owners will be eligible to receive the new dvd that John is going to produce. Expensive? Yes. Wothwhile? Definitely!
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John T. Sheets
Special user
Colorado, USA
801 Posts
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Posted: May 3, 2007 10:52pm
Thanks for your positive feedback Bill! Once you've had some time using the new model, I know you'll notice a WORLD of a difference. It's sooo much easier, smoother, & faster! Also, with the QB2 you will be able to perform the underground "S-Bend", which is comming soon on a DVD near you!!
Magically,
John
www.johntsheets.com
Inventor of the "Quantum Bender" line, as well as other professional products.
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donkeys and waffles
Loyal user
From Florida but all over US now....
294 Posts
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Posted: May 4, 2007 12:21am
Maybe I missed it but is there a demo of this to be seen ? Also, is it truly invisible or very close ? This sounds absolutely fantastic !!!!!
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