The Ragged School Slates (10th Anniversary) by Lebanon Circle Magic

Description

If you ever wanted to freak out your audience these Ragged School Slates would be a fine way to achieve it 🙂

Although they have lots of programmable features, for me the routine that is included called The Foundling is just the ticket. I created a story about a tragedy that happened to the orphanage and kept the lights down low and the rest is solid freak out.

These slates work very well, but you do have to get used to the hands off triggering of the mechanism.  Lebanon Circle Magic have just released a remote control and I could see that being preferable for some performers.

Bizarre magic is not really what I perform, but the Porcupine is a perfect place for this type of story and these slates look very much at home here.  Hope you enjoy the video.

Effect: I’m thrilled to announce the production run of The Ragged School Slates 10th Anniversary Edition! This special edition, commemorating a decade of magic innovation and excellence, is strictly limited to just 100 copies, making it a truly exclusive collector’s item.

I was approached to make a set of Spirit Slates for a private commission, but I no longer had the components and materials from the last production run over two years ago. This challenge inspired me to create an entirely new design from scratch, incorporating the latest materials and cutting-edge technology. The final result was fresh and exciting, and I knew I had to share it with the magic community.

Described as ‘the Rolls Royce of Spirit Slates’, the latest version of The Ragged School Slates boasts a brand new design and advanced electronics. I’ve replaced the traditional remote control and external switches with state-of-the-art haptics and an accelerometer, allowing for seamless and intuitive interaction. Externally, the slates are completely clean and can be inspected and admired from every angle.

At the heart of The Ragged School Slates is an open-source hardware ARM-based embedded system running Python code. This powerful combination allows you to modify and create brand-new performances using a simple program editor. If you’re uncomfortable with programming, don’t worry – I can create the custom code for you. Simply drag and drop it onto your slates, and you’re ready to perform!

While incorporating the latest technology, I’ve retained some beloved features from earlier versions. The silent zero-gravity magnetic plates are still a key component, ensuring smooth and noiseless performance. Additionally, each slate comes with a pair of ornate, super-stable, and heavy slate display stands. These stands are designed to keep your slates securely in place, ensuring they never fall over on stage, providing both functionality and elegance.

Unlike standard spirit slates, The Ragged School Slates allow the spectator to hear the chalk writing and feel it. They enable you to reveal two messages, make a billet vanish and reappear, and many more endless possibilities.

The improved design boasts a host of new features, including:

* Fully Programmable: Every parameter can be easily modified to suit your performance.

* Play Any Sound: Simply import a provided MP3 file, and you’re ready to go. Spirit voices, scratching, even music, it’s all possible.

* 100% Silent Plates: No clank or clatter; these are completely silent, guaranteed.

* Zero Gravity Plates: They fall up as well as down for a totally clean and seamless operation.

* Hand-Aged Authenticity: Each set is meticulously aged to look like genuine Victorian school slates.

* Rechargeable Battery: Supplied with a high energy density Li-Po battery to deliver continuous and reliable power.

The Ragged School Slates 10th Anniversary Edition package comes with ALL this –

* 1x Antiqued Wooden Magnetic Slate
* 1x Antiqued Wooden Electronic Slate
* 2x Silent Plates
* 2x Slate Stands
* 1x Board Rubber
* Micro SD Card & SD Card Converter
* Charging & Data cables
* 1x Black Canvas Change Bag
* Chalk
* Exclusive Additional Effect ‘The Foundling’
* A Canvas Storage Box
* Tutorial Video & New Routine Ideas
* New Updated Slate Sound Files
* Free programming service

(Each Slate Dimensions – W 254mm x H 230mm x D 25mm)

(Notice: Includes: Printed Instructions, Online Instructions.)