Cloud CL-25 Cloudlifter Mini Microphone Activator

Cloud Microphones’ CL-25 Cloudlifter Mini is an in-line microphone preamp designed to solve a familiar studio problem: low-output dynamic and ribbon microphones that won’t play nicely with standard audio interfaces and preamps. The unit delivers +25dB of clean, transparent gain via Class-A JFET circuitry, meaning you can use your favourite mics without cranking your interface gain into the noise floor.

Built from premium components including custom Neutrik connectors, the CL-25 Mini maintains absolute tonal transparency while adding the headroom your mic needs. Its compact inline form factor means it can be placed directly between your microphone and preamp, or plugged into your preamp itself—whatever your preferred workflow demands. The Class-A JFET design produces exceptionally low noise even at +25dB of gain, eliminating the hiss and crackle that results from pushing standard preamp inputs too hard.

The CL-25 Mini excels when working with passive ribbon mics or dynamic mics that underperform through standard interfaces. Studio engineers and gigging musicians alike keep these units on hand for sessions where mic choice matters more than preamp specs. Whether recording vocals through a vintage ribbon or capturing drums with a dynamic, this preamp ensures your tone stays intact whilst providing the gain your signal actually needs.

Features

• +25dB of noise-free gain via Class-A JFET circuitry
• Custom Neutrik connectors for audio integrity and durability
• Compact inline design fits between mic and preamp seamlessly
• Works with dynamic and ribbon microphones equally well
• Transparent tone colouration—signal passes through unaffected
• Compatible with virtually any microphone preamp or audio interface
• Flexible routing: direct-to-mic or direct-to-preamp installation
• Limited lifetime warranty on parts and labour after registration