BOSS and beatboxing have a synergistic relationship—a bond that continues to deepen over time. Loop Stations are beloved by the genre’s practitioners, and the BOSS RC-505 has become the industry standard for beatboxers everywhere. Swissbeatbox serves as an online home for the movement, showcasing beatboxing videos from artists across the globe. Beatboxer extraordinaire Saro demonstrates how he created his track “Walk” using the RC-505mkII.
From France with Beats
Originally from Fougères, France, Tristan Coudray—aka Saro—now calls Rennes home. Prior to establishing himself in the beatboxing community, Saro spent a decade drumming and performing in orchestras and groups. His introduction to beatboxing came while watching the legendary O’slim deliver a set.
Since then, Saro has carved out his own artistic space, using his voice and Loop Station to create colorful compositions incorporating elements of trap, electro, and other styles. Along the way, he continues to battle and earn prizes in competitions including first place in the SBX Camp Tag Team Battle in 2018 and 2019 as Wolfgang with MB14.
"Saro uses his voice and Loop Station to create colorful compositions incorporating elements of trap, electro, and other styles."
Take a Walk
Upon hearing the dizzying trap-influenced grooves of “Walk,” one might picture banks of synthesizers and drum machines. In reality, Saro created the entire track with the RC-505mkII Loop Station. After explaining that he recorded the track in a studio to improve fidelity, Saro demonstrates exactly how he built each element. These include a trap beat with stacked hi-hat and snare patterns, thick chords, and numerous drops.
"'Walk' includes a trap beat with stacked hi-hat and snare patterns, thick chords, and numerous drops."
A Global Beatboxing Family
A member of the esteemed Swissbeatbox crew, Saro is considered one of the top international beatboxers. The community is rich with talent, and they’re willing to share their skills. Dive into tutorials on how to create “Back to the Underground” by Rythmind and “Switcher” by Inkie. Plus, explore the powerful features and functionality of the RC-505mkII with Swissbeatbox.
