Free Scratching Lesson For DJs

Scratching Guide
In this lesson taken directly from our Ultimate Scratching Course, you will learn to perform some primary scratches using our free scratch tool and beats .(Check your email for the link to these samples.)
Each of the scratch techniques used in this lesson is broken down throughout the course, but here we show you 2 amazing scratch techniques that are quick to learn!
Scratching on a DJ controller is easier than ever thanks to our unique scratching tools, which allow you to follow along with each video and hear each scratch pattern from inside your DJ software/equipment.

Free Lesson #1 One-Click Flare (Beginner Level)

This is where scratching starts to get way more intricate. Flare scratches allow you to create way more sounds with fewer clicks because it’s an open-fader technique.

Free Lesson #2 Boomerang (Advanced Level)

In this lesson, you will learn how to master the boomerang scratch, a technique that creates a distinctive looping effect through a smooth, back-and-forth motion.

You’ll gain insights into the precise timing and coordination required between the record and crossfader to produce this unique sound.

The boomerang scratch is especially useful for scratch DJs looking to add rhythmic complexity and a captivating element to their performances, setting them apart with a signature style.

This lesson provides step-by-step guidance to help you integrate this dynamic scratch into your sets, enhancing your overall creativity.

 Are You Interested In Taking The Course?

With the aid of over 80 Crossfader Scratching Loops, plus a pack of beats and scratch samples, we’ll help you master the art of scratching in no time!

This practical hands-on course provides all the tools you will need and 24/7 access to the tutorial videos.

Just take a look at this…

Learn everything from basic scratches to complex combo’s and how to use scratching as a tool in your DJ sets!

Let’s turn you into a world-class scratch DJ! See the Ultimate Scratching Course,

Pssst… have you heard of triplet scratching? This pattern instantly creates awesome flow in your DJ routines or sets. Watch another free tutorial here.

21 comments

  1. Do you share in this course every technique known or there are some advance techniques not shared?

    1. The course teaches the fundamental basics of scratching and helps teach how to apply scratches to your sets. The scratches taught include Baby scratch
      chirp, transformer, one click flare, two click flare, scribble, stab, forward scratch, scratch drops. Hope this helps!

  2. quick one jamie I’ve got two controllers which would you suggest is best to start this scratching course with numark mix track pro 2 or ddj1000 srt ?

  3. Hey
    I im really interested in the course but I want to know if I can log me in at 2 devices because I want to look the videos at a seperat PC than the Laptop I use for DJing. But if I got a problem I want to watch the video at the laptop because its faster …
    And is it possible to restart the Videos over and over again for example at the next day ?
    Would be great

  4. Hello guys I’m really interesting with the class.. I’m using a pioneer ddj sr2.. I wanna now first if I can use it for the class??

        1. Yeah the course is designed so that you can take it using any controller/software. We explain how to get your equipment set up for scratching at the start of the course and then the same principles apply no matter what equipment you’re using.

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