Tech House · 2016
Shoulder of Orion
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About this track.
Shoulder of Orion by Maceo Plex is a bass-heavy, groove-locked Tech House track at 122 BPM with moderate drive and strong groove. At 42% energy, it works as a mid-set sustainer — enough momentum to keep the floor moving.
Released 18 Nov 2016 · 7:54 · 41% mood · -12 dB loudness
The feel
The bass weight is the story here — 95% puts it in the top tier of the catalog. Lead with it.
Where it lives in a set
42% energy places it in the build — the stretch where you're winning the floor, not rewarding it yet.
About Maceo Plex.
Maceo Plex is a deep house and techno producer known for his sophisticated, groove-oriented sound and contributions to the contemporary house music landscape.
124
Median BPM
8A
Top key
2010–2023
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Quick answers.
What BPM is Shoulder of Orion?
122 BPM — squarely in tech house territory, mixable within roughly 117–127 BPM without pitch artefacts.
What key is Shoulder of Orion in?
B Minor — 10A on the Camelot wheel. Harmonically compatible with 10B, 9A and 11A.
What mixes well with Shoulder of Orion?
Tracks in 10A, 10B, 9A or 11A between ~117–127 BPM.
Where does Shoulder of Orion fit in a DJ set?
Groove sustainer — 42% energy with strong groove keeps momentum without forcing the energy up. Ideal in the stretches between peaks.
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