Tchad Blake demonstrates how to shape kick drums using the Avid SansAmp PSA-1 plugin for parallel distortion.
By experimenting with the SansAmp, he adds grit and a throatier quality to the kick, enhancing its presence in the mix. He emphasizes the importance of playing with the plugin's settings, flipping phase, and low-pass filtering, to achieve the desired effect without losing the kick's essential character.
Blake prefers a kick sound with more mid-range growl rather than a high-end "ticky" sound, showcasing his approach to creating a unique and powerful drum tone.