Hello and welcome to this article on Dj scratch instructions. In this article we are going to
talk about 3 tips that will help you improve your scratch DJing skills. Scratch mixing has
become a defining sound of good DJ’s from around the globe. There are many DJ’s around the
globe that wish to learn the skills of scratching. Lets continue by explaining some tips you
can follow…

1. Chirp scratch instruction

The Chirp scratch sound is one of my favourite sounds to perform over a track whether it be a
hip-hop track or a breaks track. I think the sound is great! The Chirp scratch is one of the
easiest scratches to learn but probably one the most hardest scratches to actually master.
What you need to have is two turntables and a scratch mixer and a battle record. Start with
the crossfader open and the beginning of the sound on the record. What you need to do is push
the record with your finger tips and simultaneously close the fader. Then open the cross
fader and then pull back the record. Then you just keep with the rotation of that. Its best
to start off slow and then try to master it by doing it faster.

2. Stab scratch instruction

Again, to start out with the right equipment you need two turntables, left and right, a
scratch mixer and a battle record. This time start out with the beginning of the sound on the
record with the crossfader closed so you can’t hear anything on the right turntable. You then
need to push forward and open the fader into the middle while simultaneously pushing the
record on the left turntable. As you push the record and make the sound you need to push the
fader back so you can pull back the record and start from the beginning.

3. Scribble scratch instruction

Again using the same equipment as above. The scribble entails leaving the crossfader open in
the middle and leaving it on and in the mean time you want to scratch a very small part of
the record as fast as you can. So you need to get your arm in a position so you can press
down on the record with your finger tips and kind of go into a spasm so to speak with your
arm so you can create very fast scratching sounds. Try it and give it ago!

I hope you have found this article to be somewhat informative for you on your quest for DJ scratch
instructions.



By: Shane Burn

roslyn kind -striesands 1/2 sister-1969 lp record “give me you” … roslyn kind striesand 1969 record turntable

In order to run a turntable, you need to feed it regularly with doses of its choicest food-the Turntable Cartridges. Now, this is fairly similar to various gadgets, such as an automobile or a human body-both, as we all would agree, require periodical intakes of food in order to run efficiently. In order to get your tunes off the records and on the floor, you need to have quality Turntable Cartridges in hand. With the coming of age of competitive disk jockeying, it has become all the more important to give your music that cutting edge and mesmerize your listeners by making use of latest technology and techniques.

In such a situation the need for high quality turntables are very important as they can help transform a dull and listless performance into a foot tapping ordeal.

If we probe a little deeper, we would realize that the Turntable Cartridges have always been in demand ever since the world of music turned into a commercial playground and started expanding its horizons towards the monetary aspect.

The need for a suitable Turntable Cartridges is very important if an upcoming disk jockey has a mind to please all who matter the most-in this case, it would be the clubbers. If a disk jockey is to stand apart from the rest of the crowd, he needs to be fine tuned with the latest market trends and have the capability to use the latest gadgetry to suit his own needs. This statement is apt for a Turntable Cartridge.

It is very important to include a Turntable Cartridge in your list of equipment, as without this, you would be like a well without water. This situation can be easily avoided and a seasoned disk jockey would never let this happen in the first place-latest technology and gadgetry has a long shelve life and is an important part of any successful professional.

This is the reason why cartridges make a big impact on the lives of both, a disk jockey and an avid clubber, for if both are happy, the event is sure to be a hit with the rest as well. So if you have it in you to make it big, do equip yourself with the latest cartridges to provide your turntables the missing nutrition.



By: Kevin Jonny Smith

DJs or disc jockeys are music professionals who remix popular songs for playing in discotheques, nightclubs, dance parties and other musical programs. Remixing songs involves modifying their beats, mixing the sound, altering the bass/treble effects, etc. DJs also juxtapose two or more songs together to create a new music piece. Naturally, all this creativity requires a lot of equipment.

The basic equipment needed by a DJ is a deck or CD player, sound mixers, speakers and headphones. Most DJs use LP records, which are played on turntables. The sound encoded on the record is read by a stylus. DJs use LPs as they can input scratching effects in the music. Turntables are of four popular styles – belt drive, direct drive, mixer hybrid and portable. The style of the turntable essentially depends on the manner in which the record is rotated and read. Direct drive turntables are considered to be superior to others.

MP3 players, CD players, DVD players, etc. are alternatives to turntables. However, these players can only play back the sound and do not facilitate any modifications to be done, such as incorporating scratch sounds. Such players are used generally by DJs who simply play the music without remixing it.

The most important part of the equipment for a creative DJ is the sound mixer. Sound mixers are of various types and complexities. At a bare minimum, they contain adjustments for sound balance like bass and treble adjustment, noise reduction, etc. Mixers have input lines for phono or line selection. Recent sound mixers are two-channel, i.e. they have provisions for both phono and line selections. Sound mixers are also provided with jacks to connect the microphone devices.

Headphones or headsets are prime requisites for a DJ. Good quality headphones can provide Dolby or stereo surround sound to the listener. The basic purpose of a headset should be to shunt out the external unwarranted noise and facilitate the DJ to listen to the subtler nuances of the tones. Headsets are equipped with microphones which the DJ can use to make announcements. For the audience, speakers are provided which are connected to the DJ’s sound mixer via cables. The wattages of speakers, i.e. their sound outputs, are selected according to the size of the dance floor and the number of persons. For small audiences, there are compact sized woofers which can very well serve the purpose.

Nowadays, DJ equipment is bundled together and available as packages. Decks, mixers, speakers, headsets and cables are the fundamental parts of any DJ equipment package. While opting for a package, DJs usually select the ones with better qualities of decks and speakers. For amateur DJs, a low quality mixer is enough to get started with. Elaborate DJ packages can contain several other pieces of equipment such as carts, styluses, slip mats, cross faders, etc. which are used for the turntable.

Among the companies that have gained a reputation for manufacturing DJ equipment are Numark, Pioneer, Gemini, Stanton, Ministry of Sound, Behringer, and Citronin.



By: Richard Romando

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The Crosley Composer is a beautiful, wood-grain record player that is a perfect fit for any room in any home. The Composer adds a feel of sophistication that would never come from your basic department store entertainment center. Your guests will be fascinated at the sound quality coming from this compact unit. Just imagine the surprise when visitors notice that The Composer is actually an old-fashioned turntable AND modern CD player.

The Crosley Composer also has a built-in CD recorder that will record those vintage records and cassettes onto CDs. You will never again miss hearing your favorite songs just because you don’t have a turntable nearby. All of your records will be converted to CDs very quickly. This is the perfect solution for the music connoisseur who wants to listen to those old vinyl records at a moment’s notice. All of your records are now available in your car, computer, or home theater system with the touch of a button.

Crosley created The Composer as an all-in-one entertainment device by incorporating a record player that plays all three standard sizes of records as well as CDs, cassettes and the radio. The CD player even supports CD-R/RW, MP3, and WAV files for playback of virtually any CD recorded sound files.

This wonderful device is sure to brighten your day with its full range stereo speakers and the ability to be connected to various electronic devices. With auxiliary output jacks, you have the ability to listen to all of your vinyl records through your home theater system or any other device. The Crosley Composer also gives the ability to play any other device through its speakers using the auxiliary input jacks. Crosley has also given this high-quality audio device many other features such as a headphone jack, programmable 20-track memory, built-in EQ presets, and even a full function remote control for added convenience.

Crosley has introduced the Composer as a solution to every problem related to music playback. There is virtually no issue that cannot be resolved by this unique CD Recorder . Place the Composer in a well-lit location in any room of your home and see that everyone who passes it is surprised by the sound quality and features included in this hot little machine.



By: Barbara Wangelid

From the 1969 Apple 45 (1813) … John Lennon Yoko Ono Rock 60’s Beatles vinyl 45 record turntable

If you want to transfer your 45’s, EP’s, and LP’s to CD, reasonable results with cheap and even free software can be achieved. Not quite the standards of the professionals, but reasonable never the less. So here’s a guide on how you can proceed.

If your turntable is connected to a Hi-Fi amplifier with a dedicated phono turntable) input, then connect a stereo phono lead (sometimes referred to as RCA leads) from the ‘line out’ or ‘record out’ from your amplifier to the ‘line in’ on your computer. The socket on your computer should be labelled ‘Line In,’ very often colour coded Blue and may have a symbol by it which looks like four or five curves in a line and an arrow running through the middle pointing away from the smallest curve.

If however you have a turntable, but no amplifier or don’t have access to one (ie. beg, borrow, steal – well maybe not steal!) or your amplifier has no dedicated phono/turntable input, then you will need a ‘phono pre-amp’. This piece of kit amplifies the very small signal coming from the turntable to match the input of your soundcard (ie. the ‘line in’ on your computer) and also changes the frequency response of the signal so the sound is acceptable to listen to.

If you are going to use a pre-amp, then connect the phono (RCA) lead from your turntable to the input of the pre-amp and the output of the pre-amp to the ‘Line In’ on your computer soundcard, so you will need another stereo ‘phono to phono’ (RCA to RCA) lead to run from the pre-amp to your computer.

This pre-amp will work fine for LP’s EP’s and 45’s, but technically the match should be different for 78 rpm records, and even different ‘matches’ for different types/labels of 78’s – however unless you are wanting a professional result then a standard phono pre-amp should be fine. If you are going to use an audio editor, or dedicated software then you can use their built in graphic equalizer to ‘tweak’ the sound anyway.

Now you are connected, you need some software to record your audio. The first thing to do is decide what end result you would like. Here are some options:

If you just want a simple way to transfer your LP to CD with no restoration, splitting the audio into tracks isn’t a priority, and you have some software to burn the file to CD then try Audiotouch Lite. It has the simplest interface ever. Once a couple of settings are made it’s a ‘one button’ operation. You can also use this software to record any audio running through your PC, like Internet Radio or a microphone. Another piece of software is ‘Audacity’ which is a very good audio editor and is free. It’s rather more complicated to use though, so expect a bit of a learning curve to begin with.

The other option is a dedicated Software Package that will Record your LP, Restore, split your recording into tracks, and Burn to CD. You may even find you can save your audio in MP3 format so you can transfer your audio to a portable player. This is definitely the way to go especially if you have quite a few LP’s to transfer, and of course these packages include an option to clean up the audio to remove crackles, pops, and other unwanted noises. It is surprising how long it can take to transfer your LP’s so a small investment in dedicated software to begin with makes the process so much easier and quicker.

There are quite a few software packages to choose from. I’ve never come across free software in this category and some are quite good but some are awful! So beware. I’ve tried quite a number so here are a few which make a good job and don’t cost very much.

Steinberg Clean is very good, if you can get hold of a copy, but I think it has been dropped. Some suppliers were still advertising it at the time of writing this, plus of course there is always ebay.

Acondigital.com’s Acoustica 3.3 is very good as is Acoustica’s Software ‘Spin it again’ (Don’t be confused by the two ‘Acoustica’s – they are different companies). If you would like more information on these packages then visit our website where you can see the results of my tests on both packages.

Setting up the software is straight forward and ‘wizards’ take you through this process, so it doesn’t take long at all, plus it’s well explained in the ‘help’ files. All these software packages will burn your transferred audio file to CD in a format that will play both on your computer and a normal home CD player. The process is all included in the wizards and is very easy to do.

I hope this has given you an understanding on how you can transfer your LP’s to CD and you enjoy the end results.



By: David Grant

head misaligned, rubber parts deteriorated and motor speed erratic) and replaced the BSR turntable (arm was bust). Now the only visible damage is some slight knocks on the aluminium trim along the front top edge. It records and plays back surprisingly well considering its age! I especially like the blue back light like the silver Pioneer sets of the era. It even has its smoked-perspex lid intact! (not in video) … vintage stereo electrobrand 8-track cassette tape radio tuner record …

Vinyl records are victims to many of the ailments of CDs, particularly scratches, and exposure to sunlight and heat. In addition, vinyl records also suffer from various other problems as well. To keep your vinyl in great condition, it is essential that your records are taken care of.

The first thing to consider when storing your vinyl is the direction. You should always store your vinyl records vertically. By storing them vertically, there is less stress on the record, ensuring that they don’t bend over time. Vinyl should not be stored horizontally, especially under a pile of other records. The weight causes damage to the grooves, degrading the sound quality. Vinyl should not be allowed to lean either. This can cause it to warp, and you can imagine the difficulties this causes. One other tip, don’t store records too tightly, even vertically, as this also puts pressure on the grooves, deforming them over time.

Vinyl should also be stored in a cooler portion of your house. Heat causes the records to get softer, and prone to bending and damage. You should never store your vinyl near a window or heater.

Also, take care to keep your vinyl away from humidity. Humidity eventually causes mold to grow, which can lead to damage to your record and cover sleeve. Treat your vinyl with respect! Don’t throw it in your basement or attic for 20 years and expect them to come out looking good.

Vinyl should not be stored outside of its liner or sleeve. This can cause the record to get dirty, and more prone to scratches. Dirt is one of the main things that scratches records. In addition to dirt causing damage, exposed vinyl can be damaged by the sun’s UV rays. This is another reason not to store your vinyl near a window or natural light source.

When handling your vinyl, the same rules apply as with CDs. Be careful to handle the record only by its edges. Don’t be careless with the record in hand, if it drops, you could cause a bad scratch, causing the record to skip.

If you don’t have an automatic turntable, be gentle with the stylus (needle). Don’t set it down too heavily. Be mindful while the record is playing: Try not to shake the turntable.

Lastly, when you’re done playing your record, you should return it to its sleeve.

How to clean your vinyl

Keeping your vinyl clean is one of the most effective ways to ensure that your record collection continues to sound good for many years. Here is what you can do to keep your records clean.

First of all, when finished listening to a record, give it a quick once-over with a carbon fiber brush designed for records. These brushes are great for removing small particles of dust and lint. In addition, they have a tendency to de-staticize a record, reducing the sound of pops and hiss. Most of the time, this is all you’ll have to do to keep your records in great shape.

When your records get dirty, it’s a good idea to clean them. Cleaning records doesn’t have to be done very often if you treat your records with care, but it’s not a bad idea once a year if you listen to a record more than a few times in that year. When you clean a record, the goal is to remove grease, dirt and other contaminants. You have to use some sort of cleaner. There are many products on the market that are designed for cleaning records, but many of them are expensive and hard to find. If you have some distilled water and isopropyl alcohol, you can do a great job cleaning your records.

Here’s what you do: Mix up one part 90%+ isopropyl alcohol and four parts distilled water. Add 5-6 drops of dishwashing (non-moisturizing) soap to the mixture. Next, apply the solution to a clean paper towel. Stroke the paper towel across the records, moving with the grooves. Repeat if necessary. Next, rinse the record with more distilled water. Dry with a clean towel. After the record has dried, place it in a brand new paper sleeve, and put it back in its cover. Paper sleeves can be purchased on the internet and ebay, as well as in local record and audio shops.

If you’re a baller, you can always buy a Nitty Gritty, which is a machine that sucks dust off your records. This system works very well, is very easy, and will help you clean a large vinyl collection. These machines are pretty expensive, but worth it if you have a large collection and listen to a lot of music.

Keeping your records clean will give you plenty of years of listening enjoyment. In addition, when they start to sound bad, you can just give them a quick wash, and they’re back to like new. Enjoy the music!



By: Alan Bayer