Use the turntables to match two records so listeners remain unaware of when the last record stops and the following one begins. Listen through the headphones, and find a piece of a drum beat or sound from the new record that fits in with the one already playing. Use the pitch to slow or speed up the music to match the beats per minute so you can transfer seamlessly into the new song. Switch between slower and faster songs every couple of records to allow the crowd to relax and get ready for another session of dancing.
Play a record on one of the turntables, and use the other player to scratch along to the rhythm of the playing one. Scratch by moving the vinyl record and the fader on the mixer back and forth so you only catch the desired parts of the sound. You can use various techniques in this process with names such as "The Helicopter" or "The Crab." These themes usually reflect the type of sound created or the movement of the hands.
Find a record with a break beat and another with only instruments playing. Work these two records to create an original beat. For example, allow the instrumental record to play continuously, then work the beats to create new patters. Use techniques similar to scratching, including speeding up, slowing down and playing the beat backward.
Implement tricks into your music spinning such as the delay. Find two identical vinyls, and play them at the same place and time on both record players. Use your hand to slow down one of the records for exactly one beat or measure. The speakers will now produce an echo effect. You can learn other types of tips and tricks by studying up on the art of DJing, seeing live competitions and watching tutorials.