> SSS (2015 Edition) by Shin Lim

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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on May 23rd, 2016
So, I have Pure Smoke... Had UltraSmoke (yuk)... Picked this item because Shin Lim was extremely Impressive.
I don't mind a set up, I don't mind transporting my device, I also don't mind bulky objects.
This kind of disturbed me in a few ways.
1. I like my DVD collection for magic, no DVD in package.
2. After this $35 purchase I still have to spend a bit more money (aside from the working mat that is pricey the other materials could equal if not exceed what I already spent
3. What I did receive would have been cheaper to have me buy myself and the actual "smoke" should have been included
4. Shin basically refuses to provide "mouthing" methods and plugs he "may or may not" teach it in his next video sale. His statement is clear he doesn't want to reveal his "mouthing method" BUT is willing to charge us to buy his next effect where he "might" reveal it.
5. I can't use this really, it's at a table clothed table OR buy another expensive item that wasn't even shown in this vid
6. He shares the mouth card change... Which anyone who's performed any Jeff McBride type card switch or Daryl or Wayne Houchin or Lance Burton (you get the idea) we either already know or have a slightly different method that is pretty much the same. We weren't trying to learn a card switch, we NEED to know how to load the smoke to the mouth. I feel suckered because that was my buying reason, hoping I could implement one or more of my devices for a mouth production of smoke.
7. Although it wasn't confirmed until watching the vid it was obvious that you needed to rig a certain mat a certain way however it was quite misleading to say anywhere any object.

Ok I'm stopping there even though there are a few more cons...

1. If I can use this (doubtful, sticking with my Pure Smoke, though you stage or table top performers this might work well for you) I'll post how well it turned out. Truly thinking it will bomb out because basically I do impromptu performances, lots of thought and prep before I try.
2. Thick smoke is amazing, I really hope I can figure out a way to make it work for my needs on the spot.
3. Genius idea for the table setting.
4. The tutorial on the mat and shirt set up very well taught.

I don't think I'll pick up the next tutorial though. Kind of feel taken advantage of. This is a revisited method really. When I picked up Clear Choice I was so blown away and happy, not content but happy. After seeing this I'm cautious. Shin should have shared important things because honestly, he's making money. Color Change with Smoke in Mouth... That's exactly what it said. The smoke load would have upped this two more stars for me.

This is my honest review, whether or not anyone likes it I don't care. The cons to this outnumber the positives. I am not putting this smoke production down at all just the quality of the packaged sale. Is it worth it? Knowing how it's done completely for possible future potential use yes. Will something more efficient come out before I ever attempt to use this? More than likely. At least I have this in my armory for potential future use, do I see it happening? Not really. And worst part is... I know how he vanished the markers but I don't know how to load smoke for a production with this device or others.

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Aramis2000
May 25th 2016 5:22am
One last thing, it should be called a rig not a device. There is a HUGE difference.
If you are under 18 you may want to explore a different avenue.

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roberto3165
Apr 17th 2019 11:37am
E-cig for smoke in mouth. Shin uses one hidden in a prepared deck and also conceals one in his vest during his dream act

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