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Caribbean · 2006

The Real Thing

Bitty McClean

81

BPM

9B

G Major

Warm-up

Energy

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About this track.

The Real Thing by Bitty McClean is a bass-heavy Caribbean / Reggae track at 81 BPM with moderate drive and strong groove. At 35% energy, it suits warm-up and opening slots, setting the tone before the energy climbs.

Released 25 Sep 2006 · 3:50 · 50% mood · -13 dB loudness

The feel

Groovestrong
Bass weightheavy
Drivemoderate
Warmthwarm

The bass weight is the story here — 85% puts it in the top tier of the catalog. Lead with it.

Where it lives in a set

WARM-UPBUILDPEAKCOOL

35% energy places it in the warm-up — setting the room up before the climb.

Quick answers.

What BPM is The Real Thing?

81 BPM — squarely in caribbean territory, mixable within roughly 76–86 BPM without pitch artefacts.

What key is The Real Thing in?

G Major — 9B on the Camelot wheel. Harmonically compatible with 9A, 8B and 10B.

What mixes well with The Real Thing?

Tracks in 9B, 9A, 8B or 10B between ~76–86 BPM.

Where does The Real Thing fit in a DJ set?

Warm-up and opener — 35% energy with strong groove sets the tone before the energy climbs.

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