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EDC Close-Up Mat

The EDC Close-Up Mat is a compact, foldable mat designed for close-up magic, particularly suited for coin and card work. Its sticky yet smooth surface enhances control, preventing accidental splits in doubles and keeping coins from sliding unpredictably. Ideal for table-hopping magicians and close-up performers, this mat is durable, self-flattening, and highly portable, making it a versatile tool for magicians on the go.

Key features

  • Sticky texture enhances control for coin and card work

  • Durable & self-flattening—retains shape even after folding

  • Affordable at $15 USD

  • Highly portable, can be folded or rolled into a small size

Pros

  • Practical for table-hopping magicians and close-up performers

  • Versatile for both coin and card magic

  • Portable and easy to carry

Cons

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Effect

The EDC Close-Up Mat provides a stable and controlled surface for performing close-up magic with cards and coins. The mat's sticky texture helps prevent accidental slips or unwanted movements of props, making sleights and routines smoother and more reliable.

Full details

The EDC Close-Up Mat is a compact, foldable mat designed for magicians who perform close-up magic. It has a sticky yet smooth surface that enhances control over cards and coins. The mat is durable and self-flattening, meaning it retains its shape even after being folded or rolled for storage. It is small enough to fit in a pocket or magic case, making it highly portable. The mat is priced at $15 USD, making it an affordable option for performers.

Who should consider the trick

This mat is ideal for magicians who frequently perform close-up or table-hopping magic. It is especially useful for those who work with coins and cards, as the sticky surface helps prevent accidental splits in doubles and keeps coins from sliding unpredictably. Street performers, restaurant magicians, and hobbyists looking for a reliable surface will benefit from this product.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The EDC Close-Up Mat does not require any special skill to use. It is a utility tool that enhances performance by providing a better surface for sleights and routines. There is no learning curve associated with the mat itself, making it accessible to magicians of all skill levels.

What magicians say

Sebastian Tocamagic praised the EDC Close-Up Mat, giving it a 9/10 rating. He highlighted its sticky texture, durability, and portability as key strengths. He noted that the mat is particularly useful for preventing accidental splits in doubles and keeping coins in place. Sebastian recommended it for table-hopping magicians and close-up performers due to its practicality and affordability.

The Neat & Tidy 2.0, another product reviewed in the same video, was given a 7.25/10 for general magicians but an 8.5/10 for rubber band specialists. However, the focus here remains on the EDC Close-Up Mat, which Sebastian considered the more universally useful product of the two.

What people are saying about EDC Close-Up Mat

Sebastian Tocamagic says...

Sebastian loved this compact, foldable close-up mat for its sticky yet smooth surface, making it ideal for both coin and card magic. [...] Its portability is a major plus—it can be folded or rolled into a small size, fitting easily in a pocket or case.

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