I received the DVD “Fade” in video format by Titanas. According to Titanas, I am the first person who views the DVD (apart probably from the production, marketing team etc). What a delight!

The DVD covers a series of moves – the basic one being one that is very useful and can be done 100% impromptu. This move as well as some variations of it are discussed and presented in depth by Titanas in a way that isn’t tiring nor dry. It reminds me of some Muscle Pass dvd’s where a move that seems straightforward, is analyzed and presented with tips & tricks in order to get it quicker and with optimum results.
In the same way, “Fade” takes a fairly straightforward move and elaborates on it in a way to make it easier for us to grasp the deeper mechanics for a successful application. But the most important, to me at least, is that this move can be so nicely incorporated in other routines with coins or small items. So the use of it depends on the setting and the needs of the performer: standalone use of it for simpler applications or combined use within other routines for that little extra that will throw the spectators’ pants off.

The two routines I loved the most were “coin bending #1” as well as “transposition”. Both of them combine multiple levels of deceit and the result is very visual, mysterious and, to be honest, I like them the most because they are rather quick, impressive and as Tamariz used to say “it leads the mind of laymen to continuous dead-ends” while trying to “solve” the mystery. Voila!

Some other routines, like coin to glass and coin to matchbox don’t exactly fit my style but their characteristics tempt me to try them because again they are very visual and will hit hard the audience.

The basic move is not alone – alternatives of the basic move as well as some other nice moves and subtleties make the DVD very complete and concise. And if you, like me, chase like mad routines where you end clean, then again Bingo – all moves enable you to do that and you won’t regret it.

Now, the video quality is indeed an MTV one which puts some energy into it and some people will like (especially younger people) while some other may not (so they will get a bit dizzy while watching it!). But if you buy something for the ingredients and not for the packaging, then “Fade” is for you and you won’t regret it – all routines, moves and subtleties are worthwhile and you will apply them very soon with magical results…

My rating: 8/10 (based on the fact that the pricing will be reasonable enough)

Aware,thank-you for the review.Sounds like a lot of performance value here.

Rich

Yeah sounds good... but one thing that has yet to be answered, and one ive asked a couple of times in the other thread, is can this be performed standing?

For me this is important, so please could someone answer... even if by PM, as I don't know if this is for me without knowing

Thanks

I just wanted to give you guys my two cents worth on Fade. The Principal that is taught on the DVD is very usefull and I am sure that just about everyone will use this. The teaching is clear and consise, and the video quality is good. The DVD is short but by the time your thru watching it you will be able to do Fade with no problems. If you can use what you see in the demo then that's what you will get and I wouldn't read any more into it than that. Thanks Tiatansgr for bringing a good principal back into the light....

Where can "fade" be purshased?

As Titanas said in another thread, the download will be available on November 15 at Merchant of Magic (http://www.magicshop.co.uk/) and on the first week of December the DVD should be available from other dealers.

Hello,
Sorry to comment late but I had to work a lot so FADE will be on time (It will!!)
I am so glad for all of you who enjoyed FADE.
I promise more power to you when you spend some time performing it.
Did any of you actually worked it out? I would like to listen your feedback as I have great fun with it.
The instant download will be ready by 15 of November and the DVD by the first week of December, as Metius already said.
Best,
Titanas

I PM'ed Y2John, if anyone else needs some more specific details PM me too.

rgds

Sounds good

I just watched FADE.

I think the FADE concept is a thing of rare beauty... I would say of "terrific" beauty, but that expression has been taken already by Max Maven.

All is 100% impromptu and while there is only one limitation I can think of, Titanas does a good job with providing you with any possible cover for the move itself and for some angles of sight which must be blocked.

Many routines found their way in this DVD, anything from simple vanishes of a coin to some more elaborate coin change or even a coin to matchbox effect.

But, as a Mentalist, my interest has to go with the Coin Bend.

I like some of the subtleties with the signature of the coin (actually I have used something like that myself for long time) and I like how the "move" is clean, quick and, for all purposes, undetectable.

And that's exactly as it should be!

As already posted by someone else, the very basic move is not the only one you will get. There are other alternative moves and all of those have their time and place.

I also suggested to Titanas that probably any small object could be used, either with the original, basic move or with one of the alternative ones.

I can highly recommend FADE.

Well I must say that after reviewing the Fade DVD that I am very impressed with the overall production. The video is of high quality, and the explanations are clear and straight to the point. The basic move is very deceptive and pleasing to the eye. The coin simply vanishes with no awkward moves or any tells what so ever. There are many applications that are taught, with cool coin bending effects. Fade is so deceptive all avenues that your spectator will try and go down to figure out how you vanished the coin will be met with a dead end sign. My favorite routines in this DVD are the Transposition and Coin to Glass. The multiple uses for Fade are mind-boggling. There is also a way, if you put your mind to it, to do a coins across on your knees (you will see when you get the DVD). This is not mentioned on the DVD, it’s just this DVD will get your creative juices flowing, like it has done with me.

The teaching so clear that nothing is left out, and there are many helpful and concise variations taught. Not to mention alternate handlings and sleights that can be used in conjunction with Fade. I have stopped giving an out of 10 score, as I feel either an effect is a must have, or an I’ll pass on this one. Fade is a definite must have. Pick this one up; you will be glad you did.

Jeremy Hanrahan

I can't find the demo

Anyone?

Nevermind, found it.

Thanks everybody so far for the great reviews!!
I am so glad everybody which received FADE loved it so far.

Steve,
You are right.. The demo should be in this post. So, here it is (just a small sample of what you can do with FADE)
http://s210.photobucket.com/albums/bb209......_flv.flv
Best,
Titanas

So how much does the price intend to be?

I will know about the final retail prices both for the instant download and for the DVD by tomorrow. As soon as I know I will let you know.
Best,
Titanas

Hi Everyone,

I just thought I would answer some questions about the pricing of Fade to make things clear.

Fade will be released first as a video download and will retail at $20 (£9.99 in the UK). When the DVD's are ready it should retail at about $30 (around £15 plus VAT in the UK). These of course are our recommended retail prices just to give you the ball park figures.

Many thanks everyone,

Ben Williams
Sales Manager
Merchant of Magic
http://www.magicshop.co.uk

Hi Everyone,

I just thought I would answer some questions about the pricing of Fade to make things clear.

Fade will be released first as a video download and will retail at $20 (£9.99 in the UK). When the DVD's are ready it should retail at about $30 (around £15 plus VAT in the UK). These of course are our recommended retail prices just to give you the ball park figures.

Many thanks everyone,

Ben Williams
Sales Manager
Merchant of Magic
http://www.magicshop.co.uk

I have to say that, besides all the other things, the one that moved me the most was the application of the "move" in coin bending and since even Paolo Cavalli gave his approval then this is another good reason for me to get it as soon as possible.

Can't wait it to be released!

Metius

PS: Wasn't it supposed to be out today?

Dear Metius,
Thanks for your interest in FADE.
Yes it did. Unfortunately it will be out tomorrow due some technical facts.
Best,
Titanas