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ParaLabs - Thomas Special user 913 Posts |
My friend,
since 2006 my ParaPads work exactly the way the manual describes. The emphasis in our manual is on the work "slightly" sticking together of the covers. And they do ... for ten years now in my pads. And a drop of water (or spit) increases this effect. That's a fact. As far as Scott's First Impression Pad is concerned - it IS a great pad indeed! And if you read my posts and recommendations over the years on this topic I ALWAYS spoke in highest appreciation about Scott's pad - as I did about John's Butterfly or Thom's Tommy Pad for example. You will have a hard time to find me speaking weak about other creator's work and not appreciating them. That said you may appreciate as well that we would never copy a locking technology that Scott invented for his pad. So I guess you shouldn't have expected us to do so. This is a matter of ethics. Apart from this a magnetic locking mechanism would be pretty counterproductive in view of our imp technology - right? So, we pondered long and thoroughly about alternatives - believe me here. But after all pondering and consultations of many many pro workers who tested our pad before the release (really well-known pro workers who recommend the ParaPad now as it is), we came to the point that you have in hands: slightly sticking covers because of natural adhesive forces which can be increased with moisture if you want to. Even so a regular ParaPad user finds this barely necessary. After all that said: you are an unsatisfied customer and this is the most important thing. It's not about arguing here in the first instance. You are not happy with your purchase and Rainer offered a full refund already days ago, immediately after you contacted him. |
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David Thiel Inner circle Western Canada...where all that oil is 4005 Posts |
I don't think there's an imp I haven't tried. They are critical for many of my bread and butter routines.
Not sure how many times I have said it...but the ParaPad is simply perfect. It delivers consistent imps over and over again in every lighting situation, no matter what kind of pressure the spectator uses...no matter how small they write. I use one as a back-up for my much more expensive MindBuster. I run five of them during a trade show. I have never -- and I do mean NEVER -- been let down by a single one. I wouldn't want the fo** to stick to anything. With the barest breath of audience management it's not an issue. Think of how clever the cover design is...and the fact that you can be looking right at the imp -- studying it even -- and the audience thinks the pad is closed. When Thomas showed me the ParaPad at a MV many years ago, it was love at first sight. (With the pad...not Thomas.) I completely depend on my ParaPads and do so without even a hint of unease. Let me suggest something if you're unhappy: take an hour and really learn the prop. Practice with it...work with it...really get to know it and I guarantee that you'll have a completely different view of it. David
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252life Inner circle Ninth Circle, Hades 3243 Posts |
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On Aug 28, 2016, shakuni wrote: Ditto.
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252life Inner circle Ninth Circle, Hades 3243 Posts |
Thomas, David, great thoughts thx.
The PL guys really set the bar high in all regards. They clearly strive for excellence.
Look for all the world like you're counting the brain cells in his cranium.
-Theodore Annemann |
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Last Laugh Inner circle Grass Valley, California 3498 Posts |
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On Aug 29, 2016, Rainer - ParaLabs wrote: I got my DVD from ProMystic
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shakuni Inner circle 1170 Posts |
@all
I sent an email to Promystic and they told me that they missed the DVD in my package and sent me a link to the video. So there 'is' a video. |
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Nathan Horne Regular user 111 Posts |
Theory11 also stocks it now. I ordered one from them and it also comes with a video download with detailed instructions. I've watched the instructions and there are a few performance tips and routine ideas. Franco Pascali hosts the video and also gives you detailed instructions on the workings of the pad/pen and tricks on how to avoid mishaps. Not sure how much of this is in the original manuscript from Paralabs, or if the Theory11 video adds anything.
https://store.theory11.com/products/parapad I've mailed them and they will also stock refills in the future. This is actually my first Parapad. Looking forward to trying it out. |
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elimagic Inner circle 1663 Posts |
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On Apr 20, 2017, Nathan Horne wrote: i thought Promystic held the USA rights to sell Paralabs products? |
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ParaLabs - Thomas Special user 913 Posts |
All fine here! An amicable agreement between all who are concerned - Craig obviously included.
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252life Inner circle Ninth Circle, Hades 3243 Posts |
Just ordered my third (fourth?) product from PL.
I have the pads for a couple of years, the PL wallet, etc. And now I finally ordered the Jan Forster edition. I was going to make up my own, but PL is worth the $$ to know it's been done right. I did just come across Promystic Ballpoint ParaPen, and I'm very curious. Specifically in comparison to the marker. Anyway, hope the days leaving a good impression on all of ya.. (See that? See what I did up there? Hysterical (!) I know. It's a gift 252KeepingMyNightJob
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Nicolino Inner circle 2893 Posts |
Good purchase, you'll love it!
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Nathan Horne Regular user 111 Posts |
Does anyone here own the 'Sharpie' version of the Parapad pen? I have a question - PM me please.
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magicsachin Regular user Texas 132 Posts |
Received my Parapad from Theory 11 with Sharpie Pen...
Thank You
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Mobius New user 100 Posts |
Finally own a Parapad! For the past two year I have used a pad with Psypher and been extremely happy with it. However, I always felt that I was missing out on something by not having a Parapad (a bit like not owning a Promystic product) and so I bought one. Glad I did. It's not just the f**l but the other details that sets it apart. The thickness of the paper, the ease of use, the "non-spiral" spiral at the top that make it so easily to flip over, the cover(s), the ability to refill easily and the clean way of getting rid of the impression. Almost worth using something else for so long so I can really appreciate the difference. Looking forward to using it and trying out some of the ideas in Secret Impressions - especially Scott Creasey's take on Bob Cassidy's Name and Place using a pad instead of billets.
Mobius p.s as I said I have never had a problem with Psypher. My old pad had a certain roughness and immediacy to it (good ol' Pukka Pad with its crappy cover and elastic at the bottom that kept everything closed and sealed in) that I really like. It's filled with scribblings and I have to search for an empty page towards the back of the pad for the spectator to write on. Not sure I am quite ready to treat the Parapad that badly - was even a bit dismayed when someone suggested in this thread that you use a paperclip to hold the cover together. Surely that will dent and scratch it! |
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252life Inner circle Ninth Circle, Hades 3243 Posts |
Beat it up like your old one
Btw, I sometimes just use black elastic hair ties, on my pads.
Look for all the world like you're counting the brain cells in his cranium.
-Theodore Annemann |
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Tom DV Special user 694 Posts |
I have used Psypher stuck into a notepad successfully for pre-show for some time. Always works and, unlike many others have said, always gives a very good and legible impression.
I felt I was missing out on a superior product, the ParaPad, and so made the purchase from Theory11 in order to get the Sharpie pen version. I don't know if I received an inferior pen to others, but the impression is very, very poor indeed - absolutely no way I would feel comfortable using this in a performance. Is this just an issue with the Sharpie version from Theory11? I have heard such good reviews from other buyers but mine is really no good at all. |
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252life Inner circle Ninth Circle, Hades 3243 Posts |
Tom, have you tried adjusting the marker? Sometimes the "piece" can shift to deep into nub.
I have never had anything come close to PL quality. Is there a film covering maybe on yours that needs peeling? Trying to brainstorm here, because I've wasted lots of $$ on inferior (ultimately useless) imp pads etc. But, seriously NEVER had any issues with ParaLabs stuff. Try an exchange for a new one, it's worth it. 252MyImpressions
Look for all the world like you're counting the brain cells in his cranium.
-Theodore Annemann |
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Tom DV Special user 694 Posts |
Thank you 252life, I think there must be something wrong with the pen to give me such a different experience than everyone else has had with the parapad. I have contacted theory11 who are sending a new pen - let's see...
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Argon Regular user Germany 159 Posts |
Hi Tom,
I am pretty sure it is the pen. I was making my own pen and had similar problems. Now I have my pen perfect and it is refillable which is great because now it always full. Cheers Stefan |
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252life Inner circle Ninth Circle, Hades 3243 Posts |
Refilable you say?? What is this black magic you speak of Argon??
Lol, seriously though..do you use a different type of marker? I was thinking of trying to adapt the gimmick, to the pen style Sharpies(with the "clicker"). Thought maybe it would help longevity, and not dry out as fast. Alas, it looks so crappy, I never bothered. Tom, no prob And to be super redundant...triple check theres no film on the foil, just in case. 252OldAndDriedOut
Look for all the world like you're counting the brain cells in his cranium.
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