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Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1

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1-channel +25dB In-line Microphone Preamplifier

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A Must-have Tool for Any Rig

Low-gain microphones typically come with high-impact problems that can frustrate engineers. Unfortunately, many low-output microphones, such as the SM7b, the RE20, and virtually all ribbon microphones are among the best sounding mics out there. Luckily, there's the Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator by Cloud Microphones - a perfect solution to any situation in which you need to cleanly boost a microphone signal before the preamp. Driven by the phantom power circuit on board your mixer, the Cloudlifter CL-1 adds up to +25dB of perfectly transparent gain to your signal, giving low-output mics a major boost which can make even budget microphones sound clean and professional.



The Cloudlifter CL-1 is also ideal for use with any ribbon mic, since it changes the phantom power that can hurt them into the extra gain they require. Install techs and live sound engineers love the CL-1, because it can provide long cable runs with enough energy to ward off noise. It's also excellent for acoustic guitars with XLR outputs, giving them an immediate dose of extra gain that prevents noise from infiltrating your sound. Whether you work in sound reinforcement or in a studio, you'll find endless uses for this amazing device!

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator Features at a Glance:
  • Boosts microphone-level output by +25dB
  • Single channel version
  • Completely transparent operation
  • Phantom powered

Fire up your low-gain mics and long cable runs, with a Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator from Cloud Microphones!

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Specification Detail
Type Mic Level Booster
Channels 1
Inputs 1 x XLR
Outputs 1 x XLR
Height 2"
Depth 4.5"
Width 2"
Weight 0.85 lbs.
Notes 25dB boost for low-output passive mics. Requires phantom power to operate, but does not pass phantom power to microphone
Manufacturer Part Number CL-1

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Reviews

based on 11 reviews

Lift & Seperate

by George E. Cureau Jr. from Slidell, La.
May 16, 2012
Music Background: Studio
Lifts my ribbon past the clouds. Seperates my Microphones into something new! Love it, what took me so long to get it.

a necessity

by Wilbur Martin from Hattiesburg, ME
March 20, 2012
Music Background: radio station
I use these at my radio station on RE20s and Sure SM7s - notoriously low-output mics. I was blown away and now won't live without them. They also rocked on a couple of ribbon mics I have around, which... read more [+] I may start using in a production room. close [-]

Gain for Days

by Nathan from Oregon
March 6, 2012
Music Background: Location Recording Engineer
Unlike most gear today, the Cloudlifter does only one job. But oh, it does it so well. Powering any low-output microphone that does not require phantom power, it provides a stunning amount of transpar... read more [+]ent gain, adding no noise. It gives my RE-20 so much power that, out of every other mic in my arsenal, it requires the least amount of gain at the preamps. Will buy another soon. close [-]

SM7B solution

by Matt from NYC
November 26, 2011
Music Background:
This product is absolutely amazing. I was running my SM7B through one of the original M Audio DMP3 preamps, and I couldn't get a clean enough signal for my voice and podcasting work. The cloudlifter... read more [+] does exactly what it says it will and boosts the signal with 25db of ultra clean gain before it even hits your preamp. This is a fantastic solution for anyone using a dynamic or ribbon mic with less than adequate mic pres. Buy it and you will love it. close [-]

A saviour for my SM7b

by Curt from Southern Indiana
November 14, 2011
Music Background: Home Voiceover Studio
The Cloudlifter CL-1 is an incredible tool that is built like a tank and does exactly as advertised. This thing allows me to find the needed extra gain for my Shure SM7B. Without the CL-1 I had to r... read more [+]un my pre wide open with the result being additional unwanted background noise. If you are having problems with your dynamic power-hungry mic then dont hesitate to pick up one of these! VERY quiet and a pro-level piece of equipment! close [-]
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