Cloud Microphones 44 Midnight Active Ribbon Mic & CL-1 Cloud Lifter

The Cloud Microphones 44 Midnight Active Ribbon Mic & CL-1 Cloudlifter bundle pairs a modern reimagining of the classic 44 ribbon sound with a dedicated gain solution for today’s studios. You get the rich, three-dimensional tone engineers love from a passive figure-8 ribbon microphone, plus a matching Midnight Edition Cloudlifter CL-1 that delivers up to +25 dB of ultra-clean gain for quiet sources and low-output preamps.

Designed as a respectful evolution of the legendary RCA 44, the Cloud 44 Midnight captures vocals, instruments and ensembles with a smooth, full-bodied character that sits effortlessly in a mix. Its ultra-thin, hand-tuned ribbon element offers extended high-frequency clarity without harshness, while the included Cloudlifter unlocks the mic’s full potential in any recording or broadcast setup.

From intimate vocals and acoustic sessions to roaring guitar amps, drum rooms and classical ensembles, this bundle gives you a versatile front-end that flatters almost any source. The figure-8 polar pattern provides natural ambience and excellent side rejection, making it equally at home in project studios, professional rooms, live streaming rigs and content creation setups.

Classic Ribbon Tone, Refined for Modern Studios

The Cloud 44 Midnight delivers the warmth, depth and natural compression that have made ribbon microphones a studio staple, but with a more open, detailed top end tailored for digital recording. Its passive design is ideal for louder sources and close-miking, capturing powerful performances with a smooth, musical response that avoids the brittle edge some condensers can introduce.

Midnight Edition Cloudlifter CL-1 Included

Bundled with a matching Midnight Edition CL-1, this set gives you the option of up to +25 dB of ultra-clean, transparent gain whenever you need it. The Cloudlifter allows the 44 Midnight to shine on quieter sources and with lower-gain interfaces or preamps, delivering a strong, low-noise signal that is ready for serious recording, live streaming or broadcast work.

Ultra-Thin Hand-Tuned Ribbon Element

At the heart of the 44 Midnight is a meticulously crafted 1.8-micron ribbon element, corrugated using Cloud’s proprietary technique. This ultra-thin ribbon captures every nuance across the full frequency spectrum, combining breathtaking clarity with the rich, full-bodied character associated with classic ribbons. Despite its delicacy, the design offers impressive durability and stability, even at higher sound pressure levels.

Versatile Figure-8 Performance

The figure-8 polar pattern of the Cloud 44 Midnight provides exceptional control over your soundstage. It captures sources in front and behind the mic with natural realism while rejecting unwanted noise from the sides, floor and ceiling. Whether you are recording solo artists, duos, ensembles or room ambience, it delivers a three-dimensional, lifelike image that inspires confident performances.

• Classic Ribbon Sound with Modern Detail - The Cloud 44 Midnight offers the smooth, warm character of a vintage ribbon microphone, enhanced with extended high-frequency clarity. This makes it ideal for today’s digital workflows, giving vocals and instruments a polished, mix-ready tone without harshness.
• Midnight Edition Cloudlifter CL-1 Included - The bundled CL-1 provides up to +25 dB of ultra-clean gain, turning the passive 44 Midnight into a high-output solution for quiet sources and modest preamps. You get a stronger, clearer signal with reduced noise, perfect for studio, streaming and broadcast applications.
• Ultra-Thin 1.8 Micron Hand-Tuned Ribbon - Cloud’s hand-crafted ribbon element captures subtle dynamics and tonal nuances with remarkable accuracy. The proprietary corrugation technique delivers both sensitivity and resilience, allowing the mic to handle higher SPLs while maintaining a refined, musical response.
• Figure-8 Pattern for Natural, Three-Dimensional Capture - With its figure-8 polar pattern, the 44 Midnight excels on vocals, acoustic instruments, guitar amps, drums, brass, woodwinds and ensembles. It offers excellent side rejection and a natural sense of space, making it a powerful single-mic solution for live performance capture and studio work alike.

Microphone

• Model: Cloud Microphones 44 Midnight
• Type: Passive ribbon microphone
• Polar Pattern: Figure 8 with excellent side rejection
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20+ kHz
• Maximum SPL: 138+ dB SPL (above 1 kHz)
• Output Sensitivity: -28 dBV/Pa (passive)
• Ribbon Dimensions: 0.19" x 2.35" x 1.8 microns
• Ribbon Thickness: 1.8 microns, ultra-thin hand-tuned element
• Mount: 180-degree swivel mount
• Internal Shock Mounting: Yes
• Connector: XLR
• Power Requirements: Requires external preamp gain or included Cloudlifter

Cloudlifter CL-1 (Midnight Edition)

• Type: In-line mic activator / preamp
• Gain: Up to +25 dB of ultra-clean gain (when used with compatible phantom power)
• Noise Performance: Low-noise, high-output operation
• Compatibility: Designed for use with passive microphones including the Cloud 44 Midnight

Construction & Warranty

• Manufacture: Handmade in Tucson, Arizona USA
• Ribbon Element Warranty: 2-year warranty on ribbon element
• General Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty on other parts (with registration)