Interactive Camelot Wheel for DJs
Click any key to see all compatible harmonic mixing options. Detect your Camelot code with BeatKey, then plan your entire set below.
Find My Camelot Key →Interactive Camelot Wheel
Click any key to see all compatible keys highlighted instantly. Inner ring = minor (A), outer ring = major (B). Use the deep-link from BeatKey results to pre-select your detected key.
How to use this wheel
Click any key segment to select it. Compatible keys highlight instantly.
Inner ring (A) = minor keys. Outer ring (B) = major keys. Same number = relative keys.
Mix with: same code, adjacent step, or mode switch (A to B same number).
Use BeatKey to detect your Camelot code, then return here to plan your set.
What Is the Camelot Wheel?
The Camelot Wheel is a circular chart created by Mark Davis that maps all 24 musical keys (12 major, 12 minor) into a clock-like arrangement where adjacent positions are harmonically compatible.
Instead of memorizing music theory, DJs use Camelot codes like 8A or 11B to instantly know which tracks will mix together without clashing melodies or basslines. Mixed In Key popularized the system, and it is now the industry standard for harmonic mixing.
A = Minor keys
Keys labeled A (like 8A, 5A) are minor. They tend to sound darker and more emotional. A minor, D minor, and G minor are all A keys.
B = Major keys
Keys labeled B (like 8B, 5B) are major. They tend to sound brighter and more uplifting. C major, G major, and D major are all B keys.
Camelot Wheel Chart
Each row shows an A (minor) and B (major) pair. Keys in the same row share the same notes and are always compatible. Keys one row apart are adjacent on the wheel.
A = minor keys. B = major keys. Same number = relative keys (share the same notes).
The 4 Harmonic Mixing Rules
You only need to learn four rules to use the Camelot Wheel effectively. Master these and every transition you plan will be harmonically safe.
Same key
8A to 8ABlend two tracks in the same key for a seamless mix. Melodies and basslines stay in perfect harmony.
Adjacent (energy up)
8A to 9AMove one step clockwise to raise the energy slightly. Works in both directions (counter-clockwise feels more mellow).
Mode switch
8A to 8BChange from minor (A) to major (B) or back. They share the same notes so the transition is always safe. Shifts the emotional tone.
Energy boost
8A to 10AJump two steps clockwise for a dramatic energy lift mid-set. Use sparingly - not every crowd moment can handle it.
Relative Keys - Why A and B on the Same Number Are Compatible
Every A/B pair on the Camelot Wheel shares the exact same set of notes. 8A is A minor and 8B is C major - both use only the notes C, D, E, F, G, A, B. This makes them "relative keys" in music theory.
Mixing 8A to 8B creates a dramatic shift - from a darker minor feel to a brighter major feel - without any note clashes. It is one of the most effective ways to change the emotional tone of a set mid-mix.
Common relative key pairs:
Using the Camelot Wheel in a Real DJ Set
Find the Camelot key of each track
Use BeatKey to upload audio files and get the Camelot code instantly. No subscription, no upload - runs entirely in your browser.
Tag your library
Store the Camelot code in your track metadata or DJ software comments field. Most DJ software (Rekordbox, Serato, Traktor) shows comments in the library view.
Plan transitions before you play
Sketch out a rough set order where each track is the same or adjacent Camelot code. You can still deviate in the moment, but having a harmonic plan prevents train wrecks.
Use mode switches for emotional lifts
When you want to shift the vibe, switch from an A key to the same B number (minor to major) or vice versa. This works even when going from dark room to euphoric breakdown.
Find Your Camelot Key Instantly
Drop any audio file into BeatKey. It detects the musical key and Camelot code in seconds. Free, private, no account needed.
Open BeatKey →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Camelot Wheel?
The Camelot Wheel is a circular chart that maps all 24 musical keys into a clock arrangement where adjacent positions are harmonically compatible. DJs use it to plan transitions that don't clash harmonically.
What are the harmonic mixing rules?
Four main rules: (1) Same code - mix tracks with the same Camelot code. (2) Adjacent - move one step clockwise or counter-clockwise. (3) Mode switch - change A to B or B to A on the same number. (4) Energy jump - move two steps clockwise for a big lift.
What does A and B mean in Camelot codes?
A = minor key. B = major key. Same number means the two keys are relative keys and share all the same notes. For example, 8A (A minor) and 8B (C major) use the exact same notes.
Can I do harmonic mixing without Rekordbox or Mixed In Key?
Yes. Use BeatKey to detect the Camelot code of any audio file for free, then manually note it in your DJ software's comments field. You don't need paid software to mix harmonically.