The Art of Switching Decks by Roberto Giobbi and Hermetic Press - Book

Use a deck switch to move from an ordinary deck to a stacked or gaffed deck, then finish with a card effect that seems to come from nowhere. In The Art of Switching Decks, Roberto Giobbi explains how to make the switch imperceptible—and avoid arousing suspicion. The result is a practical resource for card magicians who want to build stronger routines around different decks.

Key Features

• Over 30 deck switches: Explore methods for standing or seated performances, with or without a jacket.
• Psychology at the center: Learn the principles behind the techniques and how to adapt them to different circumstances.
• No special apparatus: The described switches use decks of cards and your pockets, not special gimmicks or knuckle-busting sleights.
• Practical card magic: The book also includes a few remarkable tricks and material drawn from Giobbi’s professional repertoire.
• Hardcover book: Approximately 163 pages, measuring 10.25" x 7.25"; a download is included.

Whether you’re developing your first deck switch or refining an established card act, this in-depth guide offers approaches to study and make your own. Put its ideas to work in a routine where the audience can examine a normal deck after the magic.