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Camelot Wheel: Find Compatible Keys

Choose the key of the track that is playing, either on the wheel or from the list. The wheel lights up every key that blends well, and the list explains what each move does to the mood and energy.

1AG♯m2AE♭m3AB♭m4AFm5ACm6AGm7ADm8AAm9AEm10ABm11AF♯m12AC♯m1BB2BF♯3BD♭4BA♭5BE♭6BB♭7BF8BC9BG10BD11BA12BE8AAm

Highlighted segments on the wheel are compatible with the selected key.

Selected key
8A A minor

Keys that mix well with 8A

  • 8A
    Same key: A minorSafest possible blend. Any two tracks in this key will sit together.
  • 9A
    +1 (clockwise): E minorUp a fifth. Smooth move that lifts the energy slightly.
  • 7A
    −1 (counter-clockwise): D minorDown a fifth. Just as smooth, feels a little calmer.
  • 8B
    Relative major/minor: C majorSame notes, different mood: minor feels darker, major brighter.
  • 10A
    +2 energy boost: B minorUp a whole step. Noticeable lift; best over a short blend or a drop.
  • 3A
    +7 semitone lift: B♭/A♯ minorUp one semitone. The classic key-change lift; use it rarely and on purpose.
  • 9B
    Diagonal: G majorShares six of seven notes. Works with a quick, clean transition.

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How it works

  1. Find the key of your current track in your DJ software (it may show Camelot codes like 8A or names like A minor).
  2. Select that key on the wheel or in the drop-down.
  3. Pick the next track from the highlighted keys: same number, one step around the wheel, or the inner/outer ring.
  4. Save +2, +7 and diagonal moves for moments when you want a deliberate lift.

FAQ

What is the Camelot wheel?

It is a chart that arranges the 24 major and minor keys on a clock face with codes from 1A to 12B. Keys next to each other share most of their notes, so they mix smoothly.

What do the letters A and B mean?

A stands for minor keys (inner ring) and B for major keys (outer ring). 8A is A minor, 8B is C major, its relative major.

Do I have to mix in key all the time?

No. Harmonic mixing helps long, melodic blends sound clean, but energy, groove and track selection matter more. Short cuts and drum-only intros rarely clash.

What if my software shows a different key than another tool?

Key detection is an estimate and can disagree, especially with relative keys. Trust your ears and test the blend in your headphones.

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