Cloud Microphones 44-A Active Ribbon Mic
Model: 44-A
About: Cloud Microphones 44-A Active Ribbon Mic
Active Ribbon Microphone With switchable response curves for voice and music. Hand crafted in Tucson, AZ USA Made in the U.S.A
Modern technology elevates a classic sound
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:
- Figure 8 polar pattern, excellent side null rejection
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz to above 20 kHz
- Maximum SPL: 138 + dB SPL above 1 kHz
- Output Sensitivity: -27 dBv/Pa
- Phantom Powered “Cloudlifter” Class A, Discrete Circuity
- Ribbon element dimensions: .19 inches wide, 2.35 inches long, 1.8 microns thick
- New mount offers 180 degree range of motion
- Internally shock mounted
- Built in XLR connector
- 2 year ribbon warranty
- Free limited lifetime warranty on all other parts, with registration
- Handmade entirely in the USA
UPC: 040232481055
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Warranty: Cloud Microphones 44-A Active Ribbon Mic
AVShop.ca Warranty:
30 Days
Manufacturer's Warranty:
- Warranty is valid only if product is registered within 60 days of purchase.
- Accept as noted, Cloud Microphones warrants its products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the life of the product.
- Cloud Microphones will repair or replace any Cloud Microphones product that fails to meet factory specifications.
- The ribbon elements are warrantied for a period of two years from the date of purchase. With proper care, your Cloud microphone should last many years before needing any ribbon service.
- The warranty is not transferable, it is offered only to the original owner.
- Cosmetic damage and accessory items, such as boxes, are not covered under this warranty.
- No other warranties are implied.
Manufacturer's Warranty will cover parts, labour and return shipping back to you once repaired. Shipping into the service centre is not covered
