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Christopher - given that the basic nature of electronic effects requires some(!) set-up, the degree of which depending on the effect itself and the performance venue, what would your opinion be of an "apparently" impromptu electronic effect? Of course, the "impromptu" part being able to carry it with you all of the time, and use it when called upon, with little to no other set up? And, of course, what would you suggest?

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When I am working on a new idea, I often carry the required items with me, including electronic devices, so that I can perform with them at the drop of a hat to work out the bugs. After years of doing that I am comfortable carrying the necessary transmitter or receiver but it means that during those periods of R&D, I am always, "on the job" . As a result, when I am not working out bugs on an electronic item, I take a break from them unless I am on a gig. Usually when the true impromptu moment comes I pullout some business cards and go totally low-tech.

So, what suggestions do I have out all that? There are a number of electronic products that lend themselves especially to the impromptu. My friend Craig Filicetti's eWallet is perfect for impromptu situations. My Eclipse coin purse (especially the modern version) is also good. Based on an idea by Andrew Gerard, I have a nice version of Equinox that turns any jacket pocket into an "impromptu Equinox". At magic conventions, I usually carry a single OHM sensor and a receiver to create some miraculous impromptu effects. OHM is a snap to carry.

Two final thoughts. Though it requires a partner, NOTHING can beat a Thumper for impromptu. A Thumper is, in my opinion, the most powerful and versatile device available to the mentalist. Lastly, Alone 4-D is next to a Thumper in versatility and power, and no confederate is need (that's why it's called "ALONE). Cheers.

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Thanks for the answers, and the information, Chris! You *are* da man!

Lee
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