Magic Video - MACAAN by Matt Mello (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Unleash the Ultimate 'Card at Any Number' Effect
MACAAN by Matt Mello, presented by Craig Petty, isn't just another card trick – it's a reputation-maker. Imagine a 'Card at Any Number' (ACAAN) effect so direct, so clean, and so utterly baffling that it eliminates all the usual magical compromises. Forget about gnarly sleight of hand, complex mathematical formulas, or the need for a memorized deck. MACAAN delivers a pure, powerful miracle that can be performed with absolute confidence, leaving your audience questioning reality. This is the version that top professionals rave about, a 'card at number' effect designed for the real world, anytime, anywhere.
The Jaw-Dropping Effect Explained
Here's the stunning sequence your audience will experience: A deck is thoroughly shuffled, often by the audience themselves. You introduce a 'stranger' card, its face clearly shown. You then state that whatever number they freely name, the stranger card's match will be found at that exact position. They name any number – truly, any number – which you write on the back of the stranger card to confirm. The spectator can then shuffle the deck again, ensuring absolutely no funny business. They deal down the chosen number of cards, face down. With an impossible flourish, the card they dealt to is revealed, perfectly matching your stranger card. Everything, from the deck to the cards themselves, is completely examinable afterward, leaving no trace of the impossibility that just occurred.
Why MACAAN Stands Apart
What makes MACAAN truly revolutionary is its elegant simplicity and sheer power. This effect requires no gimmicks whatsoever, relying instead on incredibly simple, yet devastatingly effective, moves. It's designed to be performed with a borrowed, shuffled deck, making it an ideal choice for impromptu performances or formal shows alike. The beauty lies in its transparency – the audience genuinely shuffles, genuinely names a number, and genuinely counts, yet the magic unfolds flawlessly. MACAAN eliminates the fear of complex procedures, letting you focus entirely on presentation and audience interaction.
Mastery with Craig Petty's Expert Guidance
When you get MACAAN, you're not just learning a trick; you're gaining access to Matt Mello's brilliant creation taught by the acclaimed Craig Petty. Craig doesn't just show you the core method; he teaches you advanced moves and subtleties to make the trick even more deceptive and impactful. He also shares his bonus handling, transforming MACAAN from a simple 'Card at Number' into a mind-blowing 'Any Card At Any Number' effect. This comprehensive instruction ensures that even seasoned magicians will find new layers of deception, while beginners can master this powerful routine quickly. Elevate your magic repertoire and prepare to 'wreck minds' with MACAAN.
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MACAAN by Matt Mello ( Instant Download )
"Very clever! A more diabolical or easier card at any number has yet to be created. This is within the grasp of any decent card magician. Everything is justified. Why didn't I think of this?" - Diamond Jim Tyler
"Matt Mello is one of my favourite creators of close up mental magic, and Craig is one of the most skilled teachers I’ve learnt from. So when I saw the two had joined forces to bring back one of Matt’s most commercial pieces, I knew it would be great. MACAAN is solid, powerful, easy and baffling to any audience; it’s the only card at number I would ever do." - Dee Christopher
They name the number. They shuffle the cards. They count the cards. They can even shuffle the cards right up to the last moment before the counting begins and the card is at the exact number they name. It all happens from a shuffled deck in use. Forget about complicated math, gnarly sleight of hand, and memorized decks. This is the most commercial and baffling card at number you will ever perform. This is MACAAN by Matt Mello.
Here’s what happens:
The audience gives the deck a very thorough shuffle before the deck even begins. A stranger card is introduced by the magician, and its face is shown. The audience is told that whatever number they name, the card that matches the stranger card will be at that exact position. They genuinely name any number they like, and that number is written on the back of the stranger card so everyone is clear on the exact number that was chosen. The magician gives the deck to the spectator, who can shuffle it again. They deal the selected number of cards face down into the magician’s hand. The card they dealt to is turned over and revealed to match the stranger card perfectly. Everything is examinable.
This baffling effect is incredibly easy, uses no gimmicks, and the moves are extremely simple to do. If you want to level up your magic, Craig teaches some advanced moves to make this trick even more deceptive. Craig also shares with you his bonus handling to turn it from a simple Card at Number to a super deceptive Any Card At Any Number. MACAAN works anytime, anywhere, and can be performed with a borrowed deck that is shuffled and in use. The only thing you need is the stranger card, and you are ready to wreck minds. Get ready to put Card at Number in your working repertoire with MACAAN by Matt Mello presented by Craig Petty.
