When a DJ scratches a record, what is the role of the crossfader?

I was on youtube, watching my hero, Dj Q-bert. And there is a video of him scratching without using the crossfader. So now i am lost and i want to know what is the point of the crossfader when scratching?

Answer #1

Opening and closing the crossfader makes the sounds either audible or inaudible.

Answer #2

wow. now thats a reply. haha

Answer #3

I figured you waited long enough for one, lol

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