Posted: Wed Apr 18, 2007 9:10 am
Mixing in complimentary key is GOOD.
Key clashes are BAD.
If you know the keys of your records, and that a pitch adjustment of 3% alters the key by + or - 1 (Camelot scale/Circle of fifths) you can avoid key clashes.
Any DJ with the tiniest bit of experience can tell the difference between a mix that is complimentary, or a mix where the keys clash. Using the Mixing in Key method just eliminates the trial and error element of choosing the next track. (Ever put a record on that sounds absolutely terrible when beat matched???)
Class dismissed.
(PS - if you put a tea light/candle on your headshell you'll get a lovely, warm sound. Alternatively, pour lighter fluid on your vinyl to get rid of all static, then light it and play away!).
Key clashes are BAD.
If you know the keys of your records, and that a pitch adjustment of 3% alters the key by + or - 1 (Camelot scale/Circle of fifths) you can avoid key clashes.
Any DJ with the tiniest bit of experience can tell the difference between a mix that is complimentary, or a mix where the keys clash. Using the Mixing in Key method just eliminates the trial and error element of choosing the next track. (Ever put a record on that sounds absolutely terrible when beat matched???)
Class dismissed.
(PS - if you put a tea light/candle on your headshell you'll get a lovely, warm sound. Alternatively, pour lighter fluid on your vinyl to get rid of all static, then light it and play away!).