An instant track switch with no overlap or blending period.
A cut is a transition where one track is replaced by another at an exact moment with no overlap, typically executed by snapping the crossfader or channel fader fully across in a single motion. It is the sharpest transition type and relies entirely on rhythmic precision for it to feel intentional rather than accidental.
Why it matters
A well-placed cut creates impact and urgency, and is the foundation of turntablism and scratch routines. In club DJing it works at a drop or phrase boundary where a hard switch serves the energy better than a blend.
