Cloud Microphones 44-A
UPC/EAN #040232481055
MPN #44-A CLOUD
Active ribbon microphone with Figure-8 Polar Pattern, Cloudlifter Circuitry, and Voice/Music Response Curves
From direct RCA lineage, the Cloud 44-A microphone reawakens the spirit of the classic RCA Type 44 ribbon mic for today's applications. Internally within the Cloud 44-A, the ribbon itself remains unchanged, handcrafted to specifications first prescribed in the 1930s by RCA's Harry F. Olson. Everything else has been engineered anew, however, using 21st century improvements transcending the capabilities of Olson's time. Utilizing Cloud's award-winning, patented Cloudlifter circuitry with its unique features and ultra-clean characteristics, the 44-A is an active ribbon mic with personality from the past plus all the strength and clarity required for today's most demanding tasks.
Voice or Music
The Cloud 44-A is the first and only active ribbon microphone with switchable Voice/Music response curves, reminiscent of the early RCA mics, for controlling proximity effect. The patent pending technology, a switchable interface that provides dual frequency response voicing in an active ribbon microphone, is very useful in a wide variety of scenarios. Voiceover artists and singers can use the "Voice" setting to instantly reduce the large bass proximity effect associated with being close to the microphone. The "voice" position can also be useful for reducing intense low frequencies when using the mic to capture an instrument at close range, or where they may be rumble or vibration noise present. Of course, some vocalists will prefer the larger bass response at close proximity, so having the switchable interface affords the user a microphone with two distinct voices, inviting the special sound of a ribbon microphone to be used on a variety of new sources that may not have otherwise be desirable.
The Cloud 44-A requires phantom power and has an output level compatible with virtually any modern preamp. Included is the Cloud U1 shockmount, a beautiful handcrafted wooden box and a microfiber mic cover, designed to properly store and clean the microphone.
Features
Phantom Powered "Cloudlifter" Class A, Discrete CircuityFigure 8 polar pattern, excellent side null rejectionNew mount offers 180 degree range of motionInternally shock mounted2 year ribbon warrantyFree limited lifetime warranty on all other partsHandmade entirely in the USA
Specifications
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to above 20 kHz
Maximum SPL: 138 + dB SPL above 1 kHz
Output Sensitivity: -28 dBv/Pa
Output Impedance (in Ohms): 150 ohms
Ribbon dimensions: .19" wide, 2.35" long, 1.8 microns thick
Dimensions: 7.75" x 3" x 1.75"
Weight: 1.07lbs
Recommended Load (in Ohms): 1kohm or greater
Supply Current: 4mA
Filter Frequency: 80Hz
Accessories: U1 shockmount, wood case, cover
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