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Equipment You Need for Scratching

March 12, 2011

This post covers the basics of the equipment you need for scratching including a video walkthrough: Equipment you need: At least 1 turntable, 2 is the norm (direct drive with high torque if possible) Mixer (the crossfader needs a sharp cut in and preferably curve adjustment) Slipmats (I use butter rugs) Needles / cartridges (Try […]

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The Zen Masters Guide to Scratching

March 7, 2011

In this article we explore ways you can find a zen-like peace around scratching for when it all gets a bit much! Some thoughts around fInding a zen-like peace around scratching for when it all gets a bit much: Create don’t compete Find your own style (hint – its within you) Scratching is nothing to […]

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I Hate Scratching / I Love scratching: When all else fails

March 6, 2011

In this article we cover things you can do when you are getting nowhere with your scratching and you really wanna quit. Like learning any skill, when learning to scratch, the time will come when you get so frustrated that you feel like throwing your turntables out the window and snapping your crossfader in two. […]

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What makes a great scratch DJ?

March 5, 2011

In this article we explore what makes a great scratch DJ. Super human speed you think? The list of qualities may surprise you! What makes a great scratch DJ? Super human speed Superior hand eye co-ordination Be able to pat your head and rub your stomach at the same time Creativity Rhythm Hand muscle implants […]

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Tone Arm Adjustment For Skip Free Needles

February 26, 2011

(NOTE!!! I’ve opened this post up to non Scratchy 100 members so everyone can see the kind of content that is covered in the members area.) This post features a video of Short-E showing you how to adjust your tone arm settings for a skip free scratching experience! — In the video I say needles […]

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Short-E Special Scratch (UPDATE: It’s a D-styles Combo) Tutorial

February 21, 2011

UPDATE: I later realised that this is actually a combo I picked up from D-Styles in this video, credit due! Thanks D, love your cuts. This article features a video of Short-e teaching you how to do the “Short-E Special” scratch and the scratch notation diagram. The beat is also included as an mp3 download that […]

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