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DJ Mag writes a glowing review of Mixed In Key! 4.5 out of 5 stars

Dear TranceAddicts,

DJ Mag wrote a review of Mixed In Key! DJ Mag says, "Taking your mixing to the next level is child�s play with this simple programme."





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THE PERFECT MIX
This new software could prove to be invaluable to digital DJs.


THE latest version of Mixed In Key has
taken massive leaps and bounds from the
previous. It can now automatically scan
musical keys of MP3 and WAV fi les.
Previously, DJs needed to play a virtual
keyboard along with tracks to work out the
key. But now the software keeps a database
of your music and via its interface, DJs can
search the library for harmonically
compatible music and organise virtual
record cases.


As fashioned by the likes of Sasha and
Digweed, DJs wanting to take their mixing
to the next level should look no further
because this update is a dream to use.
Choose folders for analysing and the
software will automatically save harmonic
info to the file tag.



HOW IT WORKS

The software uses its own numbering
system instead of keys (such as D minor, B
fl at, etc) to find suitable songs, but both
can be listed. It lists keys from one to 12 with
A and B versions, so there are 24 in total.
There�s a colourful table in the guide that
demonstrates what numbers are
compatible. It looks a bit like a clock, which
is the logic it works from.

Imagine if a track is listed as No.12. Well,
DJs can play another track listed as 12A or
12B, and the same an hour either way � one
and 11 (A or B).

The Mixed in Key software can sort tracks
out according to this number system, so DJs
can quickly list all the tracks within range.



IN PRACTICE

The good thing about the system is its pure
simplicity and it�s not like DJs have to stay
in the same key all night, but instead can
drift around the clock slowly, jumping
around within range.

With a decent collection of tunes, we were
surprised at how many options there were
and the most glorious thing is not worrying
about mixing out a track before the melody
comes in because songs won�t clash. All
that remains is making sure they are
rhythmically compatible by ear.

Tracks can be dragged and dropped into
Ableton Live, Traktor DJ Studio and so on so
it�s easy to integrate into current systems.
DJs need to use the key lock feature in their
software though.

Digital DJing just gets better and better
every day! And what�s more, there�s a free
trial version that will only scan WAV files -
fine for some!



VERDICT


HYPE

Automatically analyse entire collections and list
music in order of harmonic compatibility.


GRIPE

Could do with BPM recognition and faster
scanning.



TECH VERDICT (OUT OF 5) 4.5



Website for Mixed In Key: http://www.MixedInKey.com

As always, free version is available.

$58

I tell you what, why don't I just open my wallet so you can fuck it. My ears can do this for free.

quote:

Originally posted by DJ Mikey Mike $58 I tell you what, why don't I just open my wallet so you can fuck it. My ears can do this for free.

I wish I could do that...

This is a very good idea to be honest, it will wrok brilliant for some people that will maybe want to organise their tracks into key, and it wont work for some people that will prefer to do it by ear. Every luck to the makers of it.

the program is not accurate at all, so it's a waste of money.

I don't understand how people can't promote their personal websites or business but this guy is allowed to promote this piece of software. Last time he promoted it he said it was free or something.

Weymouth, you are correct. The free version for Windows is still available and will never expire.

We have not developed a free version for Mac OS X because we focused all our attention on improving the full version for Mac OS X. Jones from Blank & Jones, Ali from Deep Dish and other professional DJs use the full Mac OS X version so we wanted to tailor the product to fit their needs.


Thank you,
Yakov

quote:

Originally posted by DJ Mikey Mike My ears can do this for free.

+1
lets take all the skill out of mixing so any ****** can do it

quote:

Originally posted by nennon Jones from Blank & Jones, Ali from Deep Dish and other professional DJs use the full Mac OS X version so we wanted to tailor the product to fit their needs.

ah ok that explains why Blank & Jones are so good at mixing

quote:

Originally posted by RebeL9 ah ok that explains why Blank & Jones are so good at mixing

shit thats rude to blank and jones

I think there is no problem in using the software for reference.

but if you are promoting this software that is less than 60 % accuracy, for people to key there tracks.

Then it's a waste, beacuse DJ's who rely on this fotware will still be mixing out of key.

If people use this software to key all their records, without checking by themselves, then it's not going to work for people.

And you promote this, to make them think eveyrhting they need to be harmonic DJ's, it's to just buy this software that will key their tracks. In this way you are lying to them, beacuse the accuracy is low, and they will not be harmonic mixers, you should let them know about the accuracy if you are really interested in help promoting Harmonic Mixing in the DJ Scene.

Anyway I don't care that much, DJ's who rely totally on this software to key their tunes are not going to be good, it's just for the "wannabe" DJ's, unless they use it just as reference, that way it could help them.

quote:

Originally posted by nennon Jones from Blank & Jones

I think you have just scuppered any chance of a sale right there!

Nice idea, but most music theory books cant teach this kinda thing for much cheaper and instill some knowledge rather than offer quick-fix solutions.

Sorry, just my opinion.

Re: DJ Mag writes a glowing review of Mixed In Key! 4.5 out of 5 stars

glad to know!!!1

i refrence it from time to time and then i hit the actual keyboard.

quote:

Originally posted by teknomonki Nice idea, but most music theory books cant teach this kinda thing for much cheaper and instill some knowledge rather than offer quick-fix solutions. Sorry, just my opinion.

Music theory is easier to learn when you can see the benefit and the results. Mixed In Key and other harmonic mixing software can teach those who are struggling. DJs can learn music theory quicker with human-friendly Windows or Mac OS X software.

DJ Mag and Computer Music UK think that this software is pretty useful. Using harmonic mixing software is like painting a picture when you know what colors you're using.

I've been using Mixed In Key for months, cool to see that it's getting more publicity"

Why is Spam like this even allowed to exist in here?

I've been using Mixed In Key for months too, and it always keeps my teeth looking white and healthy.

Buy yours today.

quote:

Originally posted by Az +1 lets take all the skill out of mixing so any ****** can do it

it doesnt take skill to key tracks, it just takes time. good idea but its been done before and its not something i would buy because it cant possibly be 100% accurate.

All the owners are old TA's. Check out my signup date for example.

We all got our DJ start here... When I started, I was struggling with beatmatching but I always knew that harmonic mixing was awesome. I aspired to mix harmonically from day one. Any software that helps you produce a better set is helpful in my book.

Since we all got started here, it is awesome to get support from our TranceAddict community

quote:

Originally posted by nennon Any software that helps you produce a better set is helpful in my book.

how is it helpful if to anyone if its so inaccurate? and how come you dont respond or defend any criticism of your program, ever?

dont buy crap like this people. learn to do it yourself.

pkcRAISTLIN,

There are hunreds of DJs who key their results by piano after using Mixed In Key. They write that their results are incredibly accurate. We always try to improve the program but there is a limit to what any software can do. We try our hardest to make sure that it benefits as many DJs as possible.

We get emails every day:

"Just saying , this will change the way i mix forever.
Thanks, Gary"

"thanks again for your great product...hope it all goes well for you!
cheers, steve "

"For me personally, Mixed In Key is the biggest step forward for digital djing since Ableton Live -Neil"


Harmonic mixing is great to learn, regardless of how you do it. Before using Mixed In Key, I key tracks manually with my dad playing the piano. This was quality time spent together.

quote:

Originally posted by nennon There are hunreds of DJs who key their results by piano after using Mixed In Key. They write that their results are incredibly accurate. We get emails every day: \"Just saying , this will change the way i mix forever. Thanks, Gary\" \"thanks again for your great product...hope it all goes well for you! cheers, steve \" \"For me personally, Mixed In Key is the biggest step forward for digital djing since Ableton Live -Neil\"

forgive me if i dont respect the accuracy from DJs that admit to needing a program to do it for them. like ive posted in the DJ booth- if you cant key them yourself, how can you tell how accurate the program is in the first place? less than 50% correct isnt good enough. ill take qualia's neutral tests over your self-serving spam any day.

mixed in key has not proven it is any better than any of the FREE programs that are available.

pkcRAISTLIN,

I respect your opinion. You are right that some DJs might be better-off keying tracks themselves. Some musicians/producers are especially good at finding keys.

Many people consider Mixed In Key a good learning tool. There's no wrong way to get started -- Either way, people will learn how this technique works, right?

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