SPLIT DECK

Split Deck

The adaptability of the Split Deck is absolutely amazing!  It can be presented as a mental effect, a comedy routine, or even as a reinforcement of team building where two individuals communicate mentally with each other.

A deck of cards is displayed to audience. A smile breaks out across the audience's faces as they see a deck that has been cut into two parts - literally SPLIT IN TWO. Each half of the deck is shown to be made up of different cards. Basically, the audience believes this to be simply a deck of 52 different cards that has been cut into an odd shape. While the cards are held face down and spread, a spectator is asked to touch the back of any card, keeping his finger tip on that specific card. The selected card is removed from the deck and held by the spectator against his stomach.

The spectator is asked to look secretly at his card and then concentrate on the suit and value while attempting to transmit his thoughts to a second spectator. At this time, the other half of the deck is shuffled and a second spectator asked to try and read the mind of the first spectator. He is given the opportunity to run his finger back and forth across the backs of the second half of the deck again and again and finally make a selection by stopping his finger on the back of any card. He is given several opportunities to change his mind and select a different card if he chooses. The final selected card is removed from the deck and held against his stomach, just like the first spectator. Finally, when the cards are turned around, they match exactly!

Only occasionally does something this great come along. The fact that the Split Deck has been a fundamental piece of magic performance for so many years, speaks volumes about its ability to entertain and keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

The Split Deck is great for adults as well as youth audiences.  It requires no manipulation or special skills and can be used successfully by magicians, MC's, professional trainers, business managers, comedians, storytellers, clowns, etc.

Our Split Decks are the best! They are handmade in the USA with Bicycle Rider Back playing cards, and instructions. You can choose from two different sizes, making this effect suitable for the close-up magician as well as the stage entertainer. Many entertainers purchase both sizes to be ready for all types of shows.

Shop for yours today at the Tin City Magic store!