crossfader<\/a>, which you will use to truncate the first part of the sound. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe general purpose of this scratch is to move the record forwards for the first part of the scratch, before cutting the end of the sound by using your crossfader. This should result in the creation of a short scratch that cuts off abruptly at the end. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After you have done this, you will then pull the record backward until you produce the second part of the scratch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While doing this, you will also need to push the crossfader back into the central position, as this will allow you to hear the whole sound of the second part. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overall, this technique requires more precision than the other scratches we have discussed, as you will be expected to move both hands at the same time, with one operating the record and the other operating the crossfader. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unfortunately, this does mean that you will have to practice this technique a lot if you want to perfect it, as it can be extremely difficult to get right. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For this reason, we recommend that you start slowly and then build towards the final sound, as this will help to build your confidence when gaining speed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Forward Scratch <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe final scratch we will be discussing is called the forward scratch, which is another technique that will require a certain level of precision to complete. This means that you will need some time to practice before you will be able to execute it perfectly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The general idea of this scratch is to be able to produce a full forward scratch before using the crossfader to completely cut the second part of the sound. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To do this, you will need to set your crossfader to the central position while executing the forward scratch. However, when the record reaches the most forward position, you will then need to use the crossfader to cut the sound of the record you are scratching. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After you have done this, you will then need to pull the record back to its starting position, which should remain silent due to the crossfader. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the record has returned to its original position, you must then move the crossfader back to the middle to complete the forward scratch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you have repeated this process several times, you will be able to hear the forward scratches but not the back scratches, which will produce a more direct and punctuated sound. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other Techniques <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAlthough we have covered some of the most important scratches that you will encounter, there are still other techniques that you will need to master before you can call yourself a professional scratcher. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These techniques include other notable scratches such as the transformer scratch, the flare scratch, and countless others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, our advice would be to first practice the basic scratches that we have discussed in this article, as these will help you to understand the fundamentals that you need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is also important to check out as many tutorials as you can and to do your research on all things scratch-related. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Final Thoughts <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen you have mastered these basic scratches, you can then begin experimenting with putting them together, which is a technique that many DJs use when utilizing scratches in their sets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, it is important to remember that learning to scratch takes time, so there is no need to feel disheartened when you are unable to master a scratch right away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just remember to have patience and enjoy the process, otherwise, there is very little point in pursuing something that does not bring you joy. <\/p>\n\n\n