What is scratching in DJ and turntablist technique?
Q: What is scratching in DJ and turntablist technique?
A: Scratching is a technique of moving a vinyl record back and forth on a turntable to produce percussive or rhythmic sounds.
Q: Can a crossfader on a DJ mixer be used to fade between two records simultaneously?
A: Yes, a crossfader on a DJ mixer may be used to fade between two records simultaneously.
Q: What styles of music besides hip hop have been using scratching since the 1990s?
A: Since the 1990s, scratching has been used in some styles of rap rock, rap metal and nu metal, besides hip hop.
Q: How is scratching perceived in hip hop culture?
A: In hip hop culture, scratching is one of the measures of a DJ's skills.
Q: Which organizations organize scratching competitions for DJs?
A: DMC World DJ Championship and IDA (International DJ Association, formerly known as ITF (International Turntablist Federation) organize scratching competitions for DJs.
Q: What kind of gear are DJs allowed to use in scratching competitions?
A: In scratching competitions, DJs can use only scratch-oriented gear such as turntables, DJ mixer, digital vinyl systems, or vinyl records only.
Q: What are some examples of how scratched "hooks" are used in recorded hip hop songs?
A: In recorded hip hop songs, scratched "hooks" often use portions of other songs.
