Mixing harmonically to increase energy

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Posted by Smiley :D on Jan-26-2007 20:42:

Mixing harmonically to increase energy

hi

i remember reading a post on here a few days ago about various keyjumps in mixing that can be a really good way of keeping the energy going or building the energy up, something about -2 octaves or something? i think the poster mentioned sasha done it alot

i have searched but cant find anything

also apart from jumping one key above or below or moving to the inner circle (referring to the camelot system) what other key jumps can sound really interesting if done properly?

thanks

Posted by Boomer187 on Jan-26-2007 20:48:

39th reply of the allen and heath thread

quote:
Originally posted by nennon
Here is a Copy/Paste from our forum. This is a useful technique that's frequently used by Paul Van Dyk and Sasha:

Overview

"Energy boost mixing" is a great technique to create energy on your dance floor.

How-To

Here is how to use it: Detect the key of your current song, and pick the next song to be 1 or 2 semitones above it.

If you're in C Minor, your next key should be D-flat Minor (+1 semitone) or D Minor (+2 semitones). Take a look at the image above. The rule is always the same, just go "right" on the piano from your original key.

The effect is really interesting: Energy on the dancefloor will rise every time. It doesn't work with every song, but most of the time it can create a pleasant effect.

Does this translate to Camelot numbers?

Yes. To go up one semitone, add 7 to your current Camelot number. If you're in E-flat Minor (2A), add 7. You'll be in E Minor (9A).

To go up two semitones, just add 2 to your current Camelot number. If you're in C Minor (5A), add 2. You'll get D Minor (7A). Play your next tune in 7A, and you'll experience an "energy boost mix".

We love mixing +2 semitones because it does not clash as much as mixing +1 semitone. Every DJ should try this mix. The effect is really interesting.

Posted by BOOsTER on Jan-26-2007 21:06:

I'll try +/- 2 octaves jump lol

the floor will explode...

prob the speakers also when -2

Posted by Smiley :D on Jan-26-2007 21:53:

quote:
Originally posted by Boomer187
39th reply of the allen and heath thread

thats the post - thanks