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product_id: 275354141
title: "Cloud Microphones CLZ - 1 channel with Vari-Z impedance control"
brand: "cloud microphones"
price: "R8"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/275354141-cloud-microphones-clz-1-channel-with-vari-z-impedance-control
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region: South Africa
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# Adjustable output level Variable impedance control Variable low-cut filter Cloud Microphones CLZ - 1 channel with Vari-Z impedance control

**Brand:** cloud microphones
**Price:** R8
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎤 Elevate your sound game with the Cloudlifter CL-Z — where clarity meets control!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cloud Microphones CLZ - 1 channel with Vari-Z impedance control by cloud microphones
- **How much does it cost?** R8 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/275354141-cloud-microphones-clz-1-channel-with-vari-z-impedance-control)

## Best For

- cloud microphones enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cloud microphones brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Clean Gain Boost:** Ultra-clean gain ensures your voice cuts through every mix with professional polish.
- • **Powerful & Portable:** Corded electric with lithium-ion battery support for reliable, on-the-go performance.
- • **Seamless Integration:** Compact, lightweight design fits perfectly into any pro audio setup without bulk.
- • **Noise Control Mastery:** Variable low-cut filter eliminates unwanted rumble and background noise effortlessly.
- • **Precision Sound Sculpting:** Harness the power of Vari-Z impedance control for tailored audio clarity.

## Overview

The Cloud Microphones CLZ is a single-channel microphone preamp featuring innovative Vari-Z impedance control, adjustable output level, and a variable low-cut filter. Designed for professional-grade audio clarity, it weighs just 450g and offers a unidirectional polar pattern with 25dB sensitivity and a 76dB signal-to-noise ratio. Perfect for speech recording and live sound, it delivers ultra-clean gain and versatile sound shaping in a compact, blue form factor.

## Description

Product Description               All the ultra-clean gain of the original plus the innovative Vari-Z control for massive sound shaping.                  Set Contains:               Cloudlifter CL-Z

## Features

- Adjustable output level
- Variable low-cut filter
- Mic activator with variable input impedance
- Package Dimensions: 17.018 L x 8.382 H x 11.176 W (centimeters)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Special features | Variable Impedanzsteuerung |
| Compatible devices | Sprachaufzeichnungsgerät |
| Colour | blue |
| Included components | Cloudlifter CLZ |
| Polar pattern | Unidirectional |
| Audio sensitivity | 25 Decibels |
| Item weight | 0.45 Kilograms |
| Impedance | 150 Ohms |
| Microphone form factor | Handheld |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 8.7 x 13.6 x 6.6 centimeters |
| Power source | Corded Electric |
| Number of batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 76 dB |
| Number of channels | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00793573085559, 00886830512261 |
| Manufacturer | Cloud Microphones |
| UPC | 700615306589 886830512261 793573085559 |
| Item Weight | 450 g |
| Product Dimensions | 8.71 x 13.59 x 6.6 cm; 450 g |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Item model number | CL-Z |
| Color Name | blue |
| Size | CL-Z |

## Product Details

- **Recommended uses for product:** Singen
- **Brand:** Cloud Microphones
- **Model name:** Cloudlifter Z
- **Connectivity technology:** Auxiliary
- **Connector type:** /

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What microphones do Cloudlifters work with?**
A: Cloudlifters are designed for use with any dynamic or passive ribbon microphone to turn +48v of phantom power into up to +25dB of ultra clean gain. They also work with tube condensers. With an auxiliary power source, you can

**Q: How do I use a Cloudlifter?**
A: Place the Cloudlifter between the microphone and preamp/interface using XLR cables. Enable +48v of phantom power and turn down the gain before dialing it back up to find the sweet spot.

**Q: Why the Cloudlifter and not a cheap booster?**
A: Our competitors add color or noise with their boost in gain while our circuits are transparent and clean.

**Q: Where is the Cloudlifter made?**
A: Made in the USA, hand-built to last out of Arizona steel with circuit boards made on the Navajo Reservation in AZ.

**Q: Who needs a Cloudlifter?**
A: Studio/Home engineers, podcasters, musicians, VO + voice actors, ASMR artists, live sound engineers, worship services

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    I cannot possibly be without this now that I have it.
  

*by S***N on Reviewed in the United States on 6 October 2017*

I didn't see too many reviews for this product so I was a little unsure.  It works tremendously well, almost like magic considering my signal originates with a USB 2.0 audio interface (Steinberg UR22), so, NO AC is being used from the Steinberg, but it has phantom power, which powers this unit.  It is UNBELIEVABLE how much gain I am getting, and how much noticeable improvement results from my Rode Promaster, I rarely turn the dial on my UR past the halfway mark, whereas before it was just barely getting the job done at 100%.  The extra features on this unit are nice to have, and though I can hear the difference at the extreme ends of the center wheel, there is more experimenting to be done, but it is nice knowing I have the versatility to use this same module with other microphones, even if the exact differences in sound might be difficult to perceive, in order to optimize the signal.  Build quality is exceptional, and the lifetime warranty is nice to have.  Tremendous product from a great company!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    Perfect
  

*by B***B on Reviewed in the United States on 16 January 2020*

Love it. Have a Heil PR-30B that I use for broadcasting that needed some tone adjustment and after switching from the basic cloudlifter to this, the change is perfect. With the APF setting enabled I was able to finally get the right amount of pickup for my voice and volume level while the APF Switch improved my sound clarity and consistency which was an issue I'd had with that mic long before mostly due to its wide frequency pickup range The APF Setting eliminates this and keeps the tone noce and consistent. A perfect buy for Broadcasters using certain mics. I Found that vocal mics with built in bassrolloff seemed not to need more than a standard cloudlifter.

### ⭐ 







  
  
    Maybe just got a bad one? After 5 years - conclude was suckered by nonsense bells & whistles
  

*by C***W on Reviewed in the United States on 19 September 2020*

After 5 years, I give up. Thought there would be special magic and versatility by spending the extra money for the seemingly fabulous fine-tuning/enhancing voodoo "mojo" knob and switches. First sign of possible "mistake! wasted money!" was the inexplicably nebulous nature of the nice smooth Control Knob: adjusts impedance AND simultaneously the bass roll off/tonal balance when that high-pass switch is engaged? Huh? Found the main effect was introducing varying degrees of Additional hum and buzz with a little added RF/ambient Hiss to the signal. Careful orientation far from everything else helps, but still. NONE of that unwanted noise is heard through the basic CL-1 and CL-2 boxes I absolutely love. Not to mention they just sound as good and clean as can be, without variation or exception, no matter what Dynamic/Ribbon element mic is plugged in. Other "red flag" I should have picked up on: the "cute" level pad switch labeled "Max" and "More". So WTF is that supposed to mean: You switch between "More than straight mic output" with the option to go all the way to Maximum capability? Or is average boosted output called "Max", and you have the option to add even "More"? Yeah, you can figure it out by listening to the difference, but it's still hyperbolic kitschy BS labeling for a serious purely plain utility pro audio tool. Anyway - don't waste your money. Just get a regular Cloudlifter box - it's great. And solidly reliable. Or maybe spend a bit more for the new Royer non-powered mic signal booster, which I'm about to do, because I trust the company for ultimate quality. Not that there's a thing wrong with a CL-1 or 2. But most likely the Royer R-DB20 for a bit more will actually perform up to the excellence specs promised by this lousy overpriced CL-Z nonsense box. I'll be happy if it's only slightly more excellent than a plain ol' Cloudlifter.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-15*