How To Scratch // Beginner DJ Scratch Tutorial

How to scratch, a beginner dj tutorial where I'll be covering the basics including the which sounds to use, timing & the base of any scratch style/technique the 'Baby Scratch'
This video is aimed at beginner dj's who have no idea where to start when it comes to scratching or for any dj who's struggling to grasp the basis of the DJ Scratch.
I've been asked for this video many times so I hope it helps you as much as possible.
Feel free to comment below with any questions or requests for future videos.
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  • @JonneyTdj
    @JonneyTdj Жыл бұрын

    35 years of mixing and trying to scratch and you’ve broken it down beautifully. Thanks and subscribed ❤

  • @williestyle2345
    @williestyle23454 жыл бұрын

    Yes this was a great example! Simple start point and exercise of the hand and after many repetitions, and patience, I'll learn yes!! I like this video because he concentrates on exercise as opposed to just a person scratching so fast that we don't know what he's doing, Thanks Dj Blighty - this was filmed in 2018 its 2020 now, I got a lot of catching up : )

  • @timllmixit
    @timllmixit3 жыл бұрын

    Nice one DJB, needed something exactly like this to get started. Mixed for 20 years and never knew where to start with scratching.

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hope it was useful Timmy

  • @randylegalize4309
    @randylegalize43094 жыл бұрын

    Bro this is by far best video on youtube i learning now how to scratching on my controller thanks brother

  • @williestyle2345
    @williestyle23452 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Best explanation, patience, I’ll start doing this.

  • @whatspopular3268
    @whatspopular3268 Жыл бұрын

    Started 2 days ago with the little Hercules with my teens and I have gotten the basic transitions down far I still have a bit of grinding to do but I came across this so I thought to give a quick look over and I thank god I did. Thank you so so much. I will be doing until wrists fall off..😂😂😂

  • @djsqurf5184
    @djsqurf51845 жыл бұрын

    Much luv DJ Blighty and much appreciated!

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    Happy To Help :)

  • @porsches4856
    @porsches48562 жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I SO NEEDED THIS

  • @kennethnicklowicz1030
    @kennethnicklowicz10305 жыл бұрын

    I got the Numark mixtrak pro3 and serato perpetual all the expansions so this is VERY helpful TYSM!

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad to help :)

  • @djkassius8583
    @djkassius85834 жыл бұрын

    Thank you really really much!!!! Amazing instructions... 😁

  • @terrancekayton007
    @terrancekayton0072 жыл бұрын

    Dope. So simple. Thanks a ton

  • @casiasilas3510
    @casiasilas35103 жыл бұрын

    Wow i learned a lot just within the first 3 mins... awesome tutorial!!

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped you out. Try to keep things as simple as possible.

  • @hedihedi2306
    @hedihedi230611 ай бұрын

    Keep going with easy advice we are following 🙂🙂💪💪

  • @Sixfootdig
    @Sixfootdig2 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful! Thank you. Subbed

  • @Dankness2012
    @Dankness20124 жыл бұрын

    thanks so much! love the name and the simpsons sample!

  • @djkweensupreme1
    @djkweensupreme12 жыл бұрын

    Thank u excellent video for DJ Beginner scratch DJs like myself

  • @andrewbentley9430
    @andrewbentley94303 жыл бұрын

    Cheers for the video. Decks are back out and it’s time to learn the art 👍

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's what I like to hear

  • @hodaridaniels8786
    @hodaridaniels87863 жыл бұрын

    The baby scratch comes in handy when you're beginning to learn how to scratch, I like the chirp, transformer and the forward scratches they require a little more skills that's why it's a challenge for me learning how to scratch and mix with similar techniques.

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    You have to start everything slow & build up one step at a time. It's taken me years to build up speed with more complex scratches. Patience is key.

  • @huergo87
    @huergo874 жыл бұрын

    Thank yuo bro! im starting on this and your tutorial was epic. thanks for the video! your great!

  • @deanivan3951
    @deanivan39512 жыл бұрын

    Thanks brother very helpful 👌

  • @ChrisSamuel1729
    @ChrisSamuel17293 жыл бұрын

    You are an excellent teacher! Love from India.

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Chris. I appreciate that.

  • @Vl.Yolochick
    @Vl.Yolochick6 жыл бұрын

    Awesome vids mate! Go on!

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks :)

  • @SuperHyphyDumbRetard
    @SuperHyphyDumbRetard3 жыл бұрын

    finally got somewhere! thanks a lot man!

  • @djfusion.london
    @djfusion.london4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Very Much 🙏🙏🙏

  • @brundlefly3293
    @brundlefly32932 жыл бұрын

    Hi. I found this very helpful. Is there a certain type of needle for scratching on vinyl? I have technic 1200’s with a set of normal Stanton needles. Thanks

  • @shannonseal2263
    @shannonseal22633 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro! Very informative! Do you think its appropriate to scratch to house music?

  • @Baetal
    @Baetal3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you blighty , i been trying for years to nail it , finally getting somewhere , thank you :)

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Love to hear it.

  • @KaosVerket
    @KaosVerket6 жыл бұрын

    Thank u broo! good stuff!

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    6 жыл бұрын

    KaosVerket Glad to help

  • @MegaAnand13
    @MegaAnand136 жыл бұрын

    Yes best man ever DJ Blighty

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, happy to help

  • @JimLigon
    @JimLigon6 жыл бұрын

    I'm going to show this video to all of those asking me how to scratch. This is basic & straight to the point. Thanks, Blighty!

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    6 жыл бұрын

    Jim Ligon Thanks Jim, appreciate that. Tried to keep it as simple as possible

  • @meltossmedia

    @meltossmedia

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yo, how do you scratch?

  • @amaurisperez4584
    @amaurisperez45845 жыл бұрын

    awesome thank you

  • @Electrotranqui
    @Electrotranqui6 жыл бұрын

    Gracias!!! Very well explained ;)

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    Most welcome :)

  • @R1ZZyD1ZZy2
    @R1ZZyD1ZZy24 жыл бұрын

    appreciate the info fam!

  • @IbigoniBanigo-kb9ne
    @IbigoniBanigo-kb9ne16 күн бұрын

    Thanks for the lecture,

  • @DJ4BLUE1FEMALEDJ
    @DJ4BLUE1FEMALEDJ4 жыл бұрын

    This comes in handy as i were in lockdown i want to learn how to scrach

  • @felip3ruiz

    @felip3ruiz

    4 жыл бұрын

    That's right, same here! This quarantine did helped alot to get better

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Perfect time to practice

  • @starzblade960

    @starzblade960

    3 жыл бұрын

    @Tomas Aldo LOL 😂

  • @djalbundlez75
    @djalbundlez754 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate you doing this! Got my first controller, NS7. Old but will help me learn.

  • @cyganskadywizjapiechoty
    @cyganskadywizjapiechoty2 жыл бұрын

    as someone whose played alot of percussion i think the beats are gonna be some right fun

  • @luckycharm5248
    @luckycharm52484 жыл бұрын

    HEY YOOO, im starting djing, i was watch lot of videos about scratching but nobody explain like you. Thank you so much for tips and ur video its fkn good job man. Best regards Lukasz Wu

  • @glenloy5056
    @glenloy50563 жыл бұрын

    DJ Blighty sounf very good. Good explanation. hope you make a next tutorial.

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Glen, hope it was useful.

  • @djleah910
    @djleah9103 жыл бұрын

    awesome ⚡

  • @marydonko4983
    @marydonko49834 жыл бұрын

    Hi boss.. Loved ur video but I have problem..do you need too set any pads befor you can scratch as beginner... Becus have been playing. On keypad for long. Should I set any pad

  • @TaesWon420
    @TaesWon4204 жыл бұрын

    I have a ddj-sr2 should I keep the jogwheel length normal or slow it down? Seems really fast.

  • @mounzarzzz33
    @mounzarzzz333 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for making this video

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure. Hope it was useful to you.

  • @eventheroesoftampabay
    @eventheroesoftampabay2 ай бұрын

    Thank you!!!

  • @Tryall200
    @Tryall2004 жыл бұрын

    do you need to set the curve a certain way to scratch on CDJ...

  • @kyu.edo.8189
    @kyu.edo.81894 жыл бұрын

    where did you get your scratch sound?

  • @stephendavis4977
    @stephendavis49774 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @djkaskymix677
    @djkaskymix6774 жыл бұрын

    Do you have to download the scratch to put on your sampler if you need to scratch

  • @djstykkyofficial8415
    @djstykkyofficial84155 жыл бұрын

    Wow its so simple

  • @rubenlopez7334
    @rubenlopez73343 жыл бұрын

    So dope the way you showed how start off slow and then it progressed 🔥

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hope it was useful Ruben

  • @peecee5860
    @peecee58602 жыл бұрын

    Man thank you for that! Simple

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    2 жыл бұрын

    No problem!

  • @trumanburbank1414
    @trumanburbank14144 жыл бұрын

    What program do u use?

  • @rohanc.8402
    @rohanc.84023 жыл бұрын

    This was super helpful! One question though, do you find yourself scratching on one deck (left or right) and playing tracks on the other? Or is it good practice to be able to scratch on both decks?

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to hear that Rohan. It's all down to personal preference. Some people like the left or right more, some people are just as comfortable with both. Just do what feels most natural to you.

  • @emceeunderdogrising

    @emceeunderdogrising

    2 жыл бұрын

    You do both. A DJ when flipping records might have to scratch after switching sides on the fader.

  • @tariqdarwish7379
    @tariqdarwish73794 жыл бұрын

    Would love a advanced level video! More scratching with other songs instead of the sound

  • @djalexofficial6737
    @djalexofficial67375 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir.

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome

  • @wobblechopps
    @wobblechopps4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this tutorial ! Can you tell me where you got your desk? I can’t seem to find a decent one anywhere . Much appreciated. Like n subbed .

  • @huntersanchez2296
    @huntersanchez22964 жыл бұрын

    What website do i go to and get scratch beats or scratch samples

  • @Andy19884666
    @Andy198846663 жыл бұрын

    Do I need to use the crossfader as well

  • @leraygun
    @leraygun2 жыл бұрын

    You sound like Richard Madden! The KING Of THE NORTH!!

  • @janislavbrickwell
    @janislavbrickwell5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    No Problem

  • @Terrence432
    @Terrence4324 жыл бұрын

    Where can I get the sample and song?

  • @Studio55DavidV
    @Studio55DavidV Жыл бұрын

    What’s the sample you have on the left platter?

  • @djdavyg
    @djdavyg5 жыл бұрын

    Nice

  • @lanegrow6001
    @lanegrow60014 жыл бұрын

    What is the name and model of the controller in this video?

  • @creeker124
    @creeker1245 жыл бұрын

    Entroducing by DJ Shadow changed my life years ago and inspired me to want to make music/ trip hop that uses samples ( particularly from horror movies). I don't really see it as a potential career, more like a hobby putting albums together where I bring my love for music and horror movies together. Think trip hop acid jazz and music/ effects/ dialogue from horror movies.. The problem is, I have zero idea where to start, and I'm not going to be able to ask DJ shadow for advice - so any help? Am i looking in the right area here? Is there a difference between being a dj and what dj shadow does?

  • @kemurinine4272

    @kemurinine4272

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yeah DJ shadow is awesome, definitely watch some more tutorials here sounds like you'll want to do a bit of sampling as well. I'd recommend just starting out with a DAW and use that to sample loops, dialogue off the internet its alot cheaper and easier than doing the real thing and going crate digging. Also work out where DJ shadow got his sample froms so you can learn how to look for the right kind of samples In the right places, I think he sample David Axelrod alot

  • @lennardbehnke3681

    @lennardbehnke3681

    3 жыл бұрын

    I searched DJ Shadow after reading your comment, I think I am on the same path as you

  • @marvmoney9453
    @marvmoney94534 жыл бұрын

    Love how he gets into rhythm and I’m learning djing and I try to get into a rhythm

  • @The_Nickromancer
    @The_Nickromancer2 жыл бұрын

    I've always wanted to learn how to scratch

  • @jgirling6890
    @jgirling68904 жыл бұрын

    I've been trying to scratch and transition with hip hop music, but I'm having a nightmare with this, would you recommend starting out with an instrumental playlist for a while ?

  • @marvmoney9453

    @marvmoney9453

    4 жыл бұрын

    jack Girling try to match the bpm

  • @calvinporter5171
    @calvinporter51714 жыл бұрын

    What controller is this?

  • @desmanog1715
    @desmanog17152 жыл бұрын

    Pls sir don't be annoyed what app can I use to Do dj voice recording like yours

  • @EdSoulKaraoke
    @EdSoulKaraoke5 жыл бұрын

    What was the song that you were using for this example?

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    Simon Says by Pharaoh Monch

  • @sharabiani
    @sharabiani2 жыл бұрын

    can you provide a link to download the sample sounds?

  • @Josecorreadjcorrea
    @Josecorreadjcorrea4 жыл бұрын

    Nice video bro where I can get this Sanple’s?

  • @seanmoore9878

    @seanmoore9878

    4 жыл бұрын

    He said google

  • @ggezlel
    @ggezlel4 жыл бұрын

    THX

  • @errorcode4207
    @errorcode42074 жыл бұрын

    Cheers fellow cardiff man

  • @OfficialSweetWrapper
    @OfficialSweetWrapper3 жыл бұрын

    Hah, you just made that look so easy. Nice tutorial man

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    haha. Thanks, hope it was useful.

  • @vannahgraceful4079
    @vannahgraceful40792 жыл бұрын

    Hey yo mate I’m trying to scratch on my DJ controller and I don’t think I have big enough hands for it

  • @arturoytuarte5496
    @arturoytuarte54963 жыл бұрын

    Ok gonna start practicing

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's what's up

  • @bizzybdj
    @bizzybdj4 жыл бұрын

    What kinda mic is that on the shelf

  • @E_Rico
    @E_Rico4 жыл бұрын

    How do you know which hand you use to scratch? Is it easier to use your dominant hand for scratching and your other hand for the crossfader?

  • @lustforlow-end6022

    @lustforlow-end6022

    4 жыл бұрын

    It’s up to you. Try both hands on the platter/fader... you’ll soon discover which is more comfortable for you!

  • @E_Rico

    @E_Rico

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lust for Low-End thanks for that

  • @gabrielzhelev4712
    @gabrielzhelev47122 жыл бұрын

    Guys I know I look stupid but, what was the name of the track in the beginning?

  • @fillipaabreu9095
    @fillipaabreu90954 жыл бұрын

    Hey dude just got a Numark pro 2

  • @allbreeze24
    @allbreeze2410 ай бұрын

    Please send me a message on where to get that scratch sound

  • @djchokoventura510
    @djchokoventura510Ай бұрын

    🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @tay-basswalker3964
    @tay-basswalker39642 жыл бұрын

    A metronome is good help

  • @kairose8342
    @kairose83424 жыл бұрын

    where do we get the sounds from?

  • @Fire-Queen

    @Fire-Queen

    3 жыл бұрын

    Your records!

  • @psalm2385
    @psalm23853 жыл бұрын

    What is the title of the instrumental you used in this tutorial pls?

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's Pharoah Monch - Simon Says. Classic Hip Hop anthem.

  • @richplatt9913
    @richplatt99133 жыл бұрын

    How long did it take you before you pick up scratching? Should you put in equal time on both hands? Thanks

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Years to be honest Rich, it takes a lot of patience. Some people grasp it more quickly than others, it all depends on your co-ordination skills. That's entirely up to you, I think everyone has a side they prefer to scratch on though.

  • @djbbassdigambassofficial8302
    @djbbassdigambassofficial83023 жыл бұрын

    how can i have the samples for pratics

  • @paulreeves1787
    @paulreeves17875 жыл бұрын

    iv been playing at mass events for many years and never learned to scratch. i can beat match without touching the platter, try that. good video i will try 🤙

  • @msher1438

    @msher1438

    5 жыл бұрын

    I was the same way till about 2 years ago and now can't stand to not scratch!

  • @gobbsdj
    @gobbsdj4 жыл бұрын

    where did you get your desk?

  • @paulrose

    @paulrose

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's a makeshift one using different IKEA parts. promusicproducers.com/how-to-build-a-studio-desk/

  • @amoupass851
    @amoupass8514 жыл бұрын

    Hello pls i need some scratch samples

  • @kainewest6975
    @kainewest69754 жыл бұрын

    Can same be done with the right hand?

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ofcourse, just mirror the process

  • @chulainn32
    @chulainn32 Жыл бұрын

    Anyone asks me about scratching I send them to this video.

  • @Dimi_Editz
    @Dimi_Editz Жыл бұрын

    Song?

  • @GrownManGames
    @GrownManGames Жыл бұрын

    i cant set my cue point marker to 12 pm position

  • @triggerx8816
    @triggerx88164 жыл бұрын

    Song name?

  • @jean-claudevalverde2950
    @jean-claudevalverde29503 жыл бұрын

    Thank you DJ, What the instrumental name? please

  • @jean-claudevalverde2950

    @jean-claudevalverde2950

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ok Pharoahe Monch-simon says, thanks the subtitle :)

  • @DJBlighty

    @DJBlighty

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hope it was useful. It's a classic Hip Hop tune called Simon Says by Pharoah Monch

  • @richardkotey4177
    @richardkotey41774 жыл бұрын

    please am o.t from ghana i need some controler

  • @wisdomsamuel9438
    @wisdomsamuel9438 Жыл бұрын

    What I really want to know is how to scratch with the platter and crossfader