Cloudlifter CL-X Single Channel Mic Activator with Cinemag Transformer

The Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-X combines Cloud Microphones' patented active JFET circuitry with a custom designed CineMag transformer. Delivering switchable gain levels of +12 dB or +36 dB, the CL-X also adds the subtle dynamic saturation, harmonic depth, and dimensional warmth characteristic of large format analog recording consoles.

Unlike fixed-gain boosters, the CL-X features a selectable More / Max output button. Set to Max, the unit supplies +36 dB boost for quiet sources, delicate instruments, and low-sensitivity ribbons or dynamics. Engaging the attenuator drops gain to +12 dB, enabling you to drive high output sources such as guitar cabinets and snare drums.

Key Features

• Custom CineMag Nickel-Core Transformer: Infuses recordings with dynamic harmonic character, smooth top-end air, and classic console-style weight.

• Switchable +12dB / +36dB Gain: Choose between maximum boost for soft sources (+36dB) or moderate boost (+12dB) to drive the transformer hard with loud signals.

• Patented Class-A Discrete JFET Topology: Direct-coupled circuit retains complete source detail while keeping noise floors virtually imperceptible.

• Phantom Power Safe: Runs on standard +48V phantom power without passing DC current downstream, guaranteeing safe operation with delicate passive ribbon microphones.

• Ideal $3\text{ k}\Omega$ Impedance Load: Optimizes high-frequency response and damping for passive dynamic and ribbon transducers.

• Rugged Handcrafted USA Chassis: Enclosed in heavy-duty steel with premium Neutrik gold-pin XLRs, built in Tucson, Arizona, and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Technical Specifications

• Form Factor: Compact Desktop / Portable Inline Hardware Unit

• Channel Count: 1 Channel

• Gain Settings: Selectable $+12\text{ dB}$ ("More") / $+36\text{ dB}$ ("Max")

• Circuit Topology: Patented Class-A Discrete JFET with Custom CineMag Transformer

• Input Impedance: $3\text{ k}\Omega$

• Frequency Response: $5\text{ Hz}-80\text{ kHz}(-0.3\text{ dB})$

• Power Requirements: $+48\text{V}$ Phantom Power (Current draw: 3.1 mA; Blocks phantom power from reaching microphones)

• Audio Inputs: 1x XLR Female (Neutrik Gold Pin)

• Audio Outputs: 1x XLR Male (Neutrik Gold Pin)

• Compatible Transducers: Passive Dynamics, Passive Ribbons, Tube Mics (via PSU), Battery-Powered Condensers, Passive DIs

• Enclosure Construction: Heavy-Duty Steel Chassis (Handcrafted in Tucson, AZ, USA)