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Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-Z

Item ID: CLZCloud

Mic Activator with Variable Input Impedance, Variable Low-cut Filter, Adjustable Output Level, and Transparent Signal Path

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Maximize Your Mic Signal for Stage or Studio

The Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-Z mic activator uses phantom power from your preamp to solve an array of common issues with dyanmic and ribbon microphones while maximizing your signal's quality, making it a must-have box for your studio or live toolset. It's designed to be a middleman between your mic and preamp, maximizing signal quality while driving long cable runs. The direct-coupled, discrete JFET circuitry preserves your signal's integrity while the Cloudlifter CL-Z goes to work. You get control over the input impedance to get the best out of any mic, and a variable output level (+12 to +24dB) so you can drive even the longest cable runs with ease. You even get a variable low-cut filter to clean up your signal before it ever graces your preamp. Whether you run live sound or just use a variety mics on a daily basis in your studio, you'll love working with the Cloudlifter CL-Z mic activator!



Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-Z Mic Activator at a Glance:
  • Variable input impedance
  • Hot but clean output
  • Pre-preamp control and flexibility

Variable input impedance
The Cloudlifter CL-Z mic activator's input features variable impedance from 150 to 15k ohms. Since every microphone is different, and typically sound best at a specific input impedance, you can tailor the Cloudlifter CL-Z to any mic to get the best performance. And even if your preamp features variable impedance, the Cloudlifter CL-Z lets you control this near your mic - great if your mic pres are across the room, let alone across a crowded venue!

Hot but clean output
Sometimes you need a little extra juice to get a quality mic signal to your preamp, especially with long cable runs. The Cloudlifter CL-Z mic activator makes it easy, adding 12 to 24dB of gain to your signal, while the premium circuitry passes your audio un-colored. It's great for low-output ribbon and dynamic mics in your studio, and it's awesome at driving long cable runs from the stage to the board in live sound settings.

Pre-preamp control and flexibility
The Cloudlifter CL-Z is placed between your mic and preamp, giving you access to the additional gain and variable low-cut filter on the Cloudlifter CL-Z. In your studio, that makes it easy to optimize your signal before it hits your preamp. Sure, your preamp may have a filter, and maybe even variable impedance - but it's across the room, maybe even in another room. The CL-Z lets you dial the filter in and maximize your signal for a long cable run, meaning you'll be hitting your favorite preamp with the best signal possible.

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-Z Mic Activator Features:
  • Excellent way to maximize your microphone's signal quality, with problem-solving features and impeccable sonic quality
  • Get the best sound possible out of any mic with the variable input impedance
  • Low-cut filter is variable from 20Hz-250Hz to cut out unwanted low end, optimizing your signal before it ever hits your preamp
  • Great way to transparently increase the output of ribbon and dynamic mics
  • Rugged steel enclosure for excellent shielding and rock-solid reliability
  • Requires +48V phantom power from your preamp

Optimize any dynamic or ribbon microphone in your locker with the Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-Z mic activator!
Specification Detail
Type Mic Activator
Channels 1
Inputs 1 x XLR
Outputs 1 x XLR
Manufacturer Part Number CL-Z

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Reviews

based on 3 reviews

Revolutionizing Home Recording

by Tres Ikner from Prescott, AZ
May 21, 2013
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Mix/Master Engineer/Multi-instrumentalist
This is an amazing and innovative tool. I have been using Cloud Microphones Mic Activators for home recording for a while now, and I've had great success using the CL-1 and CL-2 with my dynamic mics l... read more [+]ike the SM7B and Shure 58s and my ribbons mic, also a Cloud RCA 44 clone called the JRS34. In fact, this whole line of products has revolutionized and revitalized my whole process. The CL-Z has upped the ante, though, by giving us further control of both impedance and a high pass filter! Thanks, Cloud Microphones, recording has never been so exciting at home! close [-]

Make your mic sound like you added a zero to the price tag.

by Joe from Portland, OR
December 8, 2012
Music Background:
My busted-up old 58 sounds like a million bucks with this thing - now it sounds better than my lead singer's Neumann. And wait until you see the expression on the engineer's face when you play live wi... read more [+]th it - they literally can never believe their ears. close [-]

Massive tone control! Don't floccinaucinihilipilificate this tool!

by Matt Minikus from Jasper, OR
July 24, 2012
Music Background: Singer, Songwriter, Recording Hobbiest
Maybe I've gotten use to the idea that things are overstated in product descriptions, but this was understated. I purchased the CL-Z to bring up my levels when using my Royer R121. I have a mic pre wi... read more [+]th Impedance adjustments but it maxes out at 2500k. It also didn't have enough gain when recording quieter voices.

I can't find the words to describe my first impression, it was like going from a great mic to a mic that I should be able to afford! The tonal variation that you can get by adjusting the HPF and the impedance is astounding!

If you have a ribbon mic and want to get that perfect volume and tone, this might be your tool. close [-]

Sweetwater's sales engineers are the most knowledgable and helpful in the industry. Your product selection and prices are unbeatable.


Mario, Indianapolis, IN

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