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Aido Box by Mario Lopez

Created by: Mario Lopez

The Aido Box is a visually striking coin magic routine where three coins (a Chinese bit, a 50-cent piece, and an English penny) are placed into the box one by one, only to vanish and reappear elsewhere with a snap of the fingers. The routine culminates with the English penny appearing in an impossible location. This is a close-up magic trick that requires no complex sleights, making it accessible to performers of all skill levels. The kit includes the Aido box and the three coins, providing everything needed for the routine.

Key features

  • Includes the Aido box and three coins (Chinese bit, 50-cent piece, English penny)

  • No complex sleights required

  • Visual and playful routine with a strong magical premise

  • Exclusive distribution by Stevens Magic

Pros

  • Self-contained prop with everything included

  • Simple to perform with no complex sleights

  • Visually striking and playful routine

  • Comes with a creative backstory by Mario Lopez

Cons

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Effect

The Aido Box trick creates the illusion of coins vanishing and reappearing in impossible locations. The magician places three coins into the box one by one. With a snap of the fingers, each coin disappears from the box and instantly appears elsewhere. The routine ends with a final surprise, leaving the audience wondering how the last coin could have moved.

Full details

The Aido Box kit includes the box itself and three coins: a Chinese bit, a 50-cent piece, and an English penny. The routine involves placing each coin into the box, then making them vanish and reappear elsewhere with a simple finger snap. No complex sleights are required, making it accessible for many performers. Mario Lopez, the creator, provides the method along with the backstory of how the effect was developed.

Who should consider the trick

This trick suits magicians who enjoy prop-based coin magic with a visual and playful presentation. It works well for close-up performers or those who want a compact routine with minimal sleight of hand. Since Stevens Magic is the exclusive distributor, availability may be limited.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Aido Box routine is designed to be simple. No advanced sleights are needed, and the method relies on clever use of the box and timing. The finger snap adds a playful element, making the vanishes and reappearances feel effortless. Beginners can learn it quickly, while experienced magicians can enhance it with their own presentation.

What magicians say

Bartholomew from Stevens Magic describes the routine as visually striking with a strong magical premise. He highlights the simplicity of the method, stating, "No complex sleights, just a clever use of the box and a bit of showmanship." The routine is praised for its clean sequence and final surprise, making it a solid addition to a magician’s toolkit.

The Aido Box trick offers a fun and engaging way to perform coin magic with minimal setup. Its visual nature and straightforward method make it appealing for a wide range of performers.

What people are saying about Aido Box

Bartholomew (StevensMagicEmporium) says...

This is a visually striking routine with a strong magical premise, ideal for performers who want a compact, prop-based coin effect. [...] The simplicity of the routine—no complex sleights, just a clever use of the box and a bit of showmanship—makes it accessible to all.

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