Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1

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Rodger Cloud suggested that the Cloudlifter could be used to improve the sound quality of long cable runs and noisy preamps.

If the fault occurs within the first 2 years of your ownership, we'll collect the goods and deliver them back to you free of charge. The Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 is a phantom-powered boost for your passive ribbon and dynamic microphones that need a little extra level before the mic preamp. Vintage King co-founder Michael Nehra shares some of his love, knowledge, and practical advice for diving into the world of vintage audio gear, and then takes us behind the scenes for a walk through. The CL-1 Cloudlifter is perfect for someone who only needs one microphone, or as a stopgap for a more comprehensive preamp or interface.In actual practice, you wouldn’t start with MIDI-generated audio anyway, you’d start with a snare track you wanted to clean up, or a kick drum track where you liked the feel but didn’t particularly like the sound. Inserting the Cloudlifter between your dynamic mic and audio interface will ensure a much cleaner sound. The Cloudlifter is a plug and "forget" device which does its job invisibly without any configuration in the background.

However, keep in mind that the power available to your interface is limited by your computer: if you’re not using a port that can carry enough current, you’ll run into issues. Using patented discrete JFET circuitry, the CL-1 delivers world class, ultra-clean gain while preserving the natural sonic characteristics of the source. This is also extremely useful for long cable runs in the studio or on stage giving you increased high gain before feedback. This product is purpose-built for people who want to record themselves, but are using the wrong microphones for their equipment. I do wonder if that disparity is by design to emphasis the clartity of the gain in the right PAD mode?Is there a difference between the initial release of the “CL-1” and those that came later or are all the same. I don’t understand the point of the cloudlifter if the level achieved has the same amount of preamp noise on both. I pulled the JS-2 and CL-1 out of the circuit and recorded ambient noise with a single mic, a single 122' cable run, and the Mackie. KMR Audio Ltd is a credit broker and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Cons: Maybe expensive given the limited features, but I guess you pay for quality Regardless would purchase again for definite. Overall, it’s an extremely useful tool, especially for someone with a decent collection of older, low-output microphones. An easy-to-use, compact solution for common audio problems faced by engineers and performers while in the field or the studio. I purchased my Shure SM7B from sweetwater thinking I wouldn't need this cloud lifter and oh boy i was wrong, if you purchase the SM7B like i did go ahead and add this little bad boy to your list cause your going to need it.If your goods develop a fault within the warranty period, we'll quickly repair or replace the item for you. Studiocare Professional Audio Limited is acting as a credit broker offering finance products from Omni Capital Retail Finance Limited. Considering how great the Z knob is, the lower boost setting actually allows this box to be used in even more situations, like a ribbon mic on a loud guitar amp. Imagine you’re running an old Mackie mixer at a club, and the singer’s SM58 is at the other end of a 100′ snake. However, you may not even want to upgrade if you aren’t trying to coordinate an entire multi-speaker podcast—this unit works really well on its own.