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Cloud Microphones - Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator - Ultra-Clean Microphone Preamp Gain - USA Made

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About this item

  • FOR HOME STUDIOS & PROFESSIONAL RECORDING: In the studio, boost the signal of quiet audio sources like vocals, percussion, or acoustic instruments while maintaining the natural sound of your microphone.
  • REDUCE NOISE WHILE ADDING MICROPHONE CLARITY & SIGNAL STRENGTH: The Cloudlifter CL-1 mic activator uses Phantom power to give passive mics up to +25dB without passing Phantom power onto the mics themselves. Reduce unwanted feedback while increasing the clarity of your microphones.
  • DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL RESULTS: Our home studio equipment is perfect for podcasts, live streaming, radio broadcasts, live sound, and studio recording. It's designed to seamlessly integrate with your preamp, maintaining ease-of-use for any professional.
  • EXCELLENT COMPATIBILITY: This microphone activator is compatible with tube, battery, or power supply driven microphones – safe for all passive ribbons with no transfer of Phantom power.
  • FOR PODCASTING: The Cloudlifter is the perfect podcast accessory for creators who want to instantly hear a dramatic improvement in the sound of their production.



Product Description

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Capture Every Detail


Enhance your audio with industry-standard Cloudlifters for superior gain, clarity, and sensitivity. Capture the essence of your microphone's sound while minimizing signal alteration due to preamp gain. Boost microphone sensitivity for detailed, nuanced recordings, even in quiet settings. Let Cloudlifters handle the heavy lifting, lightening the load on your preamp for optimal performance.

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  • Cloudlifters are designed for use with any dynamic or passive ribbon microphone to turn +48v of phantom power into up to +25dB of ultra clean gain. They also work with tube condensers. With an auxiliary power source, you can

  • Place the Cloudlifter between the microphone and preamp/interface using XLR cables. Enable +48v of phantom power and turn down the gain before dialing it back up to find the sweet spot.

  • Our competitors add color or noise with their boost in gain while our circuits are transparent and clean.

    Shure licensed technology from Cloud for their new SM7dB's active circuit because it's the best!

  • Made in the USA, hand-built to last out of Arizona steel with circuit boards made on the Navajo Reservation in AZ.

  • Studio/Home engineers, podcasters, musicians, VO + voice actors, ASMR artists, live sound engineers, worship services

A Message from founder and CEO Rodger Cloud

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A whole family of Cloudlifters exists for all recording needs!

Cloud Microphones has expanded upon the classic CL-1 by creating units with multiple channels, variable impedance and select-able gain stages.

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Which Cloudlifter is right for you?

Our flagship product

The Mic Activator that started it all

More Vibe

The Custom Cinemag transformer adds more harmonic content with more signal

The Ultimate Cloudlifter

Known as our Geeklifter, for those who crave extra control over gain and tone

Multiple Channels Available

There's the 2-channel CL-2 and only Cloud has a 4-channel rack mount CL-4 option

More Gain Options

Choose +36dB of gain for extra soft sources or an output attenuated +12dB.

Own Your Tone

The Vari-Z knob allows you to shape your tone at a sonic level on the way in

Made in Arizona, USA

Hand built out of exceptional American materials

Coming Soon!

A 2-channel version is coming out soon!

Not Just for Mics

Check out the Cloudlifter Zi with combination jack for instruments!


Ryan
August 22, 2025
I was hesitant buying this for my Shure SM7B. as you probably know this is a very gain hungry mic. But I wasn't very found of spending another $150 on top of me purchasing a $400 microphone. But man am I glad I bought this. I was using a Focusrite Scarlett Solo as my interface when I purchase the cloudlifter and it worked like a charm. 25db of clean gain just like everyone said. EVEN now I use this with my Apollo Twin x. even though the Apollo has more then enough gain to power this mic. I would have to push my Apollo interface to at least 90% which I wasn't very found of doing over time. now with this cloudlifter I can have the gain on my interface to around 60%. All around, it has great sound, easy to use and great build quality. you wont regret this purchase.
Zachary
August 21, 2025
Does exactly as it says and without complaining even a bit. This adapter gleeful turned my whispering SM7B into a solid contender for the best microphone I've ever had. Great value for what it does, and its small enough to fit somewhere out of the way on or under a desk without intruding too heavily on your workspace.You will need an extra XLR cable!!
Guru Rider
August 21, 2025
Not sure why I hesitated on buying this... I spent $400 on a Shure SM7B, and $100 on a mixer and I thought that would be enough.. Nope! Sound quality still had issues, well thank god I decided to give this a try because WOW! It made a MAJOR improvement to my sound quality! And it was so easy to use! Literally just plug it in and you're done.This little device basically just boosts the volume for your mic so you can turn all your presets down to avoid static in the background. And it did that perfectly!Build Quality: Amazing, has great weight to it and is smooth to touch. It's made in America and it shows, I love supporting American companies too.Value: It's expensive, but if you dump $400 on a mic then you're doing yourself a disservice for not having this! I upgraded my Shure Sm7B from an SM58 and the jump wasn't as substantial as just adding on this cloud lifter.Verdict: This thing is a game changer and gives NIGHT AND DAY difference when using it vs not using it. Excellent quality and craftsmanship. I'm so happy I bought it, it's worth it and if you're on the fence then just BUY IT! You won't regret it!Also I paid for this in full with my own money, this review is my actual thoughts and opinions. I hope it helps you. :)
leslie Bumgarner
July 20, 2025
Great product
Robinson
July 11, 2025
I purchased the Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator for my audio setup, pairing it with my Shure microphone and the Roland VR-1HD for phantom power. After some thorough testing, I'm ready to share my experience, which has been largely positive with a slight concern.The Good:Powerful Mic Boost: The Cloudlifter CL-1 does an excellent job of amplifying the microphone signal. It's particularly noticeable with my Shure mic, providing a significant and clean boost in gain. This enhancement is crucial for achieving professional-quality sound in recordings and live streaming. I use it for my YouTube channel. I was thinking about starting a podcast by the way.Build Quality and Ease of Use: The build quality is solid, and it's evident that it's made to last. The simplicity of the Cloudlifter is also a plus and it's pretty much plug-and-play, requiring no additional power source, which is a huge convenience. I dont even think you need a additional power such as the phantom although i do hear a difference.The Concern:Interference with my cell phone: My primary concern, and I'm still trying to pinpoint the exact cause, is that having my phone close to the setup and receiving texts or calls causes audio distortion. I suspect this interference might be related to the Cloudlifter, but it's also possible that the Shure mic is picking up these signals. This issue is something to be aware of, especially in a setup where your phone is an essential part of your workflow. I can assure you that once i move my away from the cludlift , the distorsions stop.Overall Impression:Aside from the interference issue, which I'm still investigating, the Cloudlifter CL-1 has been a great addition to my audio equipment. It delivers on its promise of providing clean, amplified sound, which is a game-changer for mics that need that extra boost. The build quality is great, and its ease of use makes it a valuable tool for both amateurs and professionals. Plug and play .Given the significant improvement in sound quality, I would recommend the Cloudlifter CL-1, but with the caveat of being mindful of potential interference from mobile devices. This might be a minor issue or something more specific to my setup, but it's worth mentioning. Overall, I'm pleased with the performance.
Ericman967
June 16, 2025
I use this with my Shure SM7B and Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th gen - it works great to provide you that little bit of extra gain! Just plug this in-line between the microphone and audio interface and hit the 48v button on the interface. Then adjust the volume so that it's not too loud. Perfect.Also, be sure that you have another audio cable when you buy this. Otherwise, great!
Omar Eduardo Bautista García
May 18, 2025
Estaba utilizando el Shure SM7B conectado directamente al GoXLR mini y tenía que aumentar demasiado la ganancia al grado de que se escuchaba "ruido" por tanta ganancia, con este nuevo aditamento la ganancia añadida es mucho menos y el sonido es excelente, lo recomiendo 100%
Christian
March 21, 2025
me encantó todo perfecto
Orange Dugong
March 5, 2025
This gadget is said to amplify the audio from your microphone to an external soundcard. Alas it does not work. Do not bother with this.
SirD
February 23, 2025
Diese Bewertung bezieht sich vor allem auf Amazon.Das Produkt selbst ist klasse.Aber bestellt es nicht auf Amazon. Dies ist vor allem ein Stück Stahl mit enthaltener, toller Technik.Ich habe mir den CloudLifter geholt um ein Shure SM7B zu betreiben, was auch gut geklappt hat. Allerdings habe ich mir ein stärkeres Interface geholt, wodurch die Nutzung nach 2 Tagen obsolet war. Also wie bei jeder Rücksendung habe ich das Produkt gereinigt, desinfiziert und ordentlich verpackt zurück geschickt.Nun, ca. 2 Monate später, meldet sich Amazon und behauptet, dass dieses Produkt nicht den Rücknahmebedingungen entspricht und droht mit Kontoschließung. Für ein Produkt, wo ich nichtmal verstehe, wie es beschädigt sein soll durch eine 2-tägige Nutzung. Bestellt dieses Produkt lieber in entsprechenden HiFi-Stores, wo die Mitarbeiter der Rücknahme die Ware auch kennen...
Alberto Toscani
January 29, 2025
Lo uso in accoppiata con il mio SM7B, che dire.. Permette di avere un ottimo volume in entrata senza dover spingere troppo il pre della scheda audio.Fondamentale
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