Cloud Microphones

USA, est. 2009 · 11 products across 3 categories

11
Total Products
3
Categories
$634
Avg Price
$135
From

About Cloud Microphones

Cloud Microphones has rapidly established a reputation for delivering exceptionally smooth and warm ribbon microphone designs, often exceeding performance expectations for their class. Founded on a desire to recreate the classic sound of vintage ribbon mics with modern manufacturing techniques, Cloud has become a go-to choice for engineers seeking a distinct, characterful sonic signature. Their innovative Cloudlifter pre-amp activator has also gained significant traction within the professional audio community.

Founded
2009
Country
USA
Segment
Premium
Target
Professional recording studios, vocalists, instrumentalists, and audio engineers
Known For
JRS-34P Series (vintage recreation) 44 Series (versatile studio mics) Cloudlifter series (mic activators) Exceptional ribbon design Warm, vintage-inspired tone
PROS
  • • Remarkably warm and natural sound quality
  • • Excellent build quality and durability
  • • High sensitivity, captures subtle nuances
  • • Cloudlifter solves low-output ribbon issues
CONS
  • • Can be premium-priced compared to alternatives
  • • Some models may exhibit slight high-frequency roll-off
  • • Requires careful handling due to ribbon fragility
  • • Cloudlifters add extra equipment to signal chain

Cloud Microphones Products

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter Mini CL-25 - Preamps

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter Mini CL-25

Preamps

$150
Weight 0.04 kg
1-Channel Level Amplifier, Suitable for dynamic microphones, tube microphones...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones True Blue CL-520 - 500 Series Components

Cloud Microphones True Blue CL-520

500 Series Components

$917
Precision Microphone Preamplifier in 500-Series Format, Developed in collaboration...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-4 Mic Activator - Preamps

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-4 Mic Activator

Preamps

$568
Size 19" Weight 1.5 kg
4-Channel Level Amplifier, +25 dB gain for ribbon, tube and dynamic...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-X2 - Preamps

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-X2

Preamps

$440
2-Channel Level Amplifier, With Cinemag transformer, +36 dB gain for ribbon, tube...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones JRS-34P - Ribbon Microphones

Cloud Microphones JRS-34P

Ribbon Microphones

$987
Passive Ribbon Microphone, Polar pattern: Figure-8, Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz, Max....
4.4 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones 44-A - Ribbon Microphones

Cloud Microphones 44-A

Ribbon Microphones

$1,510
Active Ribbon Microphone, Voice / Music mode switchable, Filter frequency: 80 Hz, Integrated...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones 44 Midnight - Ribbon Microphones

Cloud Microphones 44 Midnight

Ribbon Microphones

$1,510
Passive Ribbon Microphone, Polar pattern: Figure-eight, Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20,000...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-X - Preamps

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-X

Preamps

$266
Mic Activator, With Cinemag transformer, 1-Channel level amplifier with up to +36...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-Z Mic Activator - Preamps

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-Z Mic Activator

Preamps

$241
Signal Optimiser for Microphones, Variable output level (+12 to +...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-2 Mic Activator - Preamps

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-2 Mic Activator

Preamps

$251
2-Channel Gain Amplifier, +25 dB for dynamic or passive ribbon...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator - Preamps

Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator

Preamps

$135
1-Channel Level Amplifier, +25 dB for dynamic or passive ribbon...
4.7 AudioFu Score

Frequently Asked Questions About Cloud Microphones

While Cloud utilizes modern CNC machining for precision, a significant portion of the assembly, particularly the ribbon motor and capsule, involves skilled hand-crafting and meticulous quality control.

The Cloudlifter is a dedicated pre-amp activator that boosts the signal from low-output ribbon microphones, allowing them to perform optimally with most microphone preamps without excessive noise.

Ribbon microphones are sensitive; avoid excessive air blasts and always use a pop filter. When not in use, store in a secure case to protect the delicate ribbon element.

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