RITCHIE RUFTONE — Practice Yo! Cuts V7

Ritchie Ruftone – Practice Yo! Cuts v7 opens the Turntable Training Wax TTW015 7-inch vinyl as a focused DJ scratch tool that splits the tempo field between two distinct tempos. The record’s light blue vinyl houses a deep-cut groove on each side, designed to stay locked at 100 bpm on the A side and 83 bpm on the B side, offering a practical playground for beat-matching and turntablism. The release arrives as a limited edition within Turntable Training Wax’s niche of practice-oriented pressings. While the label’s broader catalogue remains undisclosed, this EP continues the imprint’s commitment to providing purpose-built material for the turntablist, echoing the label’s reputation for functional, non-skip vinyl. Side A presents “100bpm deep cut non skip”, a steady, tempo-locked groove that encourages precise hand-speed work and rhythmic layering. Its consistent pulse makes it ideal for building loops or syncing with higher-tempo tracks in a live set. Flipping to side B, “83bpm deep cut non skip” drops the tempo, giving the performer a slower canvas for intricate scratch patterns and tempo transitions. The contrast between the two sides invites DJs to experiment with tempo shifts, creating tension and release without sacrificing groove integrity. Within Ritchie Ruftone’s output, this record reinforces a practical approach to hip-hop scratching, aligning with the artist’s focus on beat-centric tools rather than melodic content. The two tempos provide a versatile foundation for both practice sessions and performance, allowing the cutter to weave between rapid, percussive phrases and more relaxed, groove-driven sections. For collectors, the light blue 7-inch offers a visual cue that distinguishes it on a shelf, while the limited run adds a modest rarity factor. DJs will value the non-skip construction for reliable cueing in noisy environments, and the clear tempo markings simplify integration into mixed sets or battle routines. The vinyl format is a 7-inch single, pressed in a limited edition with a light blue colour. Its compact size makes it portable for crate-digging and easy to cue on most standard turntables. Ritchie Ruftone – Practice Yo! Cuts v7, Turntable Training Wax TTW015, 7-inch vinyl, two tracks. Tracklist: A1. Ritchie Ruftone – 100bpm deep cut non skip B1. Ritchie Ruftone – 83bpm deep cut non skip