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Candle Magic by David Penn

Created by: David Penn

Candle Magic is a versatile close-up magic effect that utilizes the Topit 180 device, a modern evolution of the classic topit gimmick. As a spectator, you witness the magician perform astonishing vanishes, steals, and ditches of small objects like candles, seemingly with empty hands. This trick is part of a broader utility magic category, suitable for parlour and stage performances, and integrates seamlessly into routines involving transformations, restorations, and other effects. Buyers should note that the Topit 180 is made from a special flexible fabric for smooth handling, includes over 75 minutes of tutorial content covering various applications, and requires selection based on the hand used for vanishes, not the body side.

Key features

  • Allows vanishing, stealing, and ditching objects with a single device

  • Easily transferable between jackets for versatile use

  • Includes a built-in holding area for object retrieval or covert ditching

  • Made from special flexible fabric designed for superior handling and durability

  • Comes with extensive tutorial content (over 75 minutes) teaching core techniques and complete routines

  • Suitable for both beginners and experienced magicians, with applications in effects like candle magic, metal bending, and coin in bottle

Pros

  • Innovative design that expands creative possibilities beyond traditional topits

  • Highly praised by renowned magicians for its utility and ease of use

  • Comprehensive instructional material provides a solid foundation for learning and performance

Cons

  • Requires careful selection based on hand dominance, which might be confusing for some users

  • May have a learning curve for beginners unfamiliar with topit devices

Effect

The Topit 180 allows a magician to vanish, steal, and ditch small objects in a completely natural and undetectable way. To the audience, objects simply disappear from the magician's hands or appear to be cleanly disposed of without any suspicious movements. The performer can retrieve vanished items later or secretly ditch them, making it ideal for routines that require a clean finish.

Full details

The Topit 180 is a modern version of a classic topit device. It is made from a special flexible fabric designed for smooth handling and includes rounded corners for better performance. A key feature is its built-in holding area, which allows vanished objects to be stored temporarily for later retrieval or to be secretly discarded. The device is transferable between jackets. Buyers must choose the version based on the hand used to hold objects, not the side of the body where the topit is placed. The purchase includes over 75 minutes of digital tutorial content. David Penn teaches core techniques like vanishing, stealing, and ditching. He also provides full routines for effects including candle magic, metal bending, 8-Ball transformations, glass restorations, Coin in Bottle, and Salt Pot vanishes.

Who should consider the trick

The Topit 180 is suitable for both beginners and experienced magicians. Beginners can learn from the detailed tutorials, while experienced performers can use it to expand their utility and creative options. It is ideal for magicians who perform close-up or stand-up magic with small objects.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Topit 180 is designed for ease of use. The special fabric and rounded corners help with handling. The tutorials provide step-by-step instruction on the basic techniques and full routines. With practice, magicians can perform the vanishes and steals smoothly. The device requires some setup and familiarity with attaching it to clothing.

What magicians say

Magicians praise the Topit 180 for its innovation and utility. Wayne Dobson said, "If real magic existed, I am sure this is what it would look like!" He called it an essential tool for improving magic. Doc Eason described it as "Revolutionary!" Brendan Rodrigues noted that it removes the limitations of standard topits. Patrick Page believed that David Penn "created effects with the Topit that no one else ever dreamed possible."

What people are saying about Candle Magic

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

David Penn's Topit 180 is the first topit that allows a performer to vanish, steal, and ditch objects using a single, highly refined device, all while being easily transferable between jackets.

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