{"product":{"product_id":"B004MQSV04","title":"Cloud Microphones - Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator - Ultra-Clean Microphone Preamp Gain - USA Made","price":"149.0","image_url":"https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4150IK8OIeL._SL500_.jpg","url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004MQSV04"},"comments":[{"body":"Not sure why the other comment making this suggestion is being downvoted, but it sounds to me like you're using a dynamic microphone without some type of signal booster. Cloudlifter, mentioned in another comment, is an excellent one. ([link here](https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter-1-channel/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3PCAADVPHYP7A\u0026amp;keywords=cloudlifter\u0026amp;qid=1655483166\u0026amp;sprefix=cloudlifter%2Caps%2C81\u0026amp;sr=8-1-spons\u0026amp;psc=1\u0026amp;smid=A3DMYIN9K0RYXC\u0026amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQzRJRzhIV1FZU1lGJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzE2MjM1Mk5SWkdWR0w5STBRUiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMDgyMTI5VTdZQURDQjkwSzRHJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==)).\r\n\r\nAlso, if you're not, bounce out your files as mp3s. You can cut quite a bit of the file's size in this way. You'll lose some fidelity, but it's also possible your distributor is going to recompress it anyway. \r\n\r\nTaking a quick look, the episode that you have posted is 39ish minutes, which should be well under 150mb if it's an mp3. When I master files up to 1.5 hours, they come in at under 100mb.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, giving it a listen... I hear what you're talking about. (or rather, BARELY hear🤣) Does it sound like this in the raw file?\r\n\r\nThat said, I always recommend Libsyn for distribution.\r\n\r\nI will be happy to try and help you troubleshoot if you want to move to DMs (and from there to email.) And you can shoot me the raw file (or session if you're using a DAW to produce) and we can dig in.\r\n\r\nLong story short- this problem stinks, and I'm sorry you're dealing with it on something that's clearly important to you.","subreddit_name":"podcasting","author":"FFXZeldagames"},{"body":"Run your mic through a [Cloudlifter](https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter-1-channel/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3JP3NT61S6RYN\u0026amp;keywords=cloud+for+voiceover\u0026amp;qid=1647434328\u0026amp;sprefix=cloud+for+voiceover%2Caps%2C75\u0026amp;sr=8-2). It's a game changer!","subreddit_name":"NewTubers","author":"EyesOfRuby1979"},{"body":"I've only been using a blue snowball but want to upgrade to something better. I'm thinking of getting the Focusrite Scarlett Solo and then getting a mic like the at2020 or maybe even go high end and get something like the Shure SM7B. Would this be an alright set up? or if I got something like the Shure would I need to buy a mic booster like [this](https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter-1-channel/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/147-1693088-8173210?_encoding=UTF8\u0026amp;pd_rd_i=B004MQSV04\u0026amp;pd_rd_r=f23c214c-801c-487e-8100-5f5bc65d6bf7\u0026amp;pd_rd_w=61i3w\u0026amp;pd_rd_wg=ON5JC\u0026amp;pf_rd_p=fd3ebcd0-c1a2-44cf-aba2-bbf4810b3732\u0026amp;pf_rd_r=XM2QNPW1J6WKFSG6Y990\u0026amp;psc=1\u0026amp;refRID=XM2QNPW1J6WKFSG6Y990) too?","subreddit_name":"microphones","author":"PM_ME_N_HENTAI"},{"body":"A cloudlifter is a device you plug in between your interface and mic. It uses the phantom power to boast the gain without noise. Here is a link from Amazon.\r\n\r\n[Cloudlifter from Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SoznDb8YC1QYT)","subreddit_name":"podcasting","author":"RealDEC"},{"body":"Run it through [one of these](https://smile.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter-1-channel/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=sxin_3_ac_d_pm?ac_md=2-0-VW5kZXIgJDIwMA%3D%3D\u0026amp;keywords=cloudlifter\u0026amp;pd_rd_i=B004MQSV04\u0026amp;pd_rd_r=ace8c8cb-399a-45a3-802b-02a06b804c8b\u0026amp;pd_rd_w=kBihc\u0026amp;pd_rd_wg=UKrsK\u0026amp;pf_rd_p=be5d8dec-444e-4770-91df-1e16a8c46da8\u0026amp;pf_rd_r=3FBB0A6DNMS5G9R25V1Q\u0026amp;qid=1564435347\u0026amp;s=gateway).","subreddit_name":"WeAreTheMusicMakers","author":"versiontwopointohman"},{"body":"I mean the gain on my scarlett2i2, while the windows setting is at 100% aswell. On my mic there are two settings. First -10 db and 0 db (its set to 0 db) and something called \"Low cut\" with one option being a straight line and the other option being a line with an edge (its set to the straight line)\r\n\r\nEverything below 100% gain is reported as too quiet by my teammates. Do I need something like this [cloudlifter](https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter-1-channel/dp/B004MQSV04) ?","subreddit_name":"audio","author":"Duriel201"},{"body":"Thanks. \r\n\r\nLike [this one](https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter-1-channel/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments\u0026amp;ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1490911401\u0026amp;sr=1-1\u0026amp;keywords=Cloudlifter)? 149$ is expensive, do you know a cheaper model?\r\n\r\nSo the final configuration should be like: mic -\u0026gt; Cloudlifter -\u0026gt;phantom power -\u0026gt; pc. Right?\r\n","subreddit_name":"pcmasterrace","author":"F7U12DO"},{"body":"I like the SM7 too.  Though, if you go that route, pick up a [Cloudlifter](https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter/dp/B004MQSV04) too.  The level is quite a bit lower than most other mics, unless you have fantastic preamps you'll find yourself in the top 15% of your preamp most of the time without a little boost up front from the Cloudlifter (or equivalent).","subreddit_name":"audioengineering","author":"audiotecnicality"},{"body":"Thanks for your reply! I like the RE20 package, the mic itself sounds crisp and with post-processing, absolutely tantalizing. For the mixer, I agree with the switch to the Scarlett Focusrite Solo. Is it necessary to pick up a preamp as well? I'm looking at the [Cloudlifter CL-1](http://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=pd_sim_267_3?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;dpID=41EYmkIIJcL\u0026amp;dpSrc=sims\u0026amp;preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_\u0026amp;refRID=1WGN9XDC7VJZ6P04WAFT) which has received glowing reviews. ","subreddit_name":"PKA","author":"o0Brilliance0o"},{"body":"You need a cloudlifter to use a SM7b for podcasting so make sure you are adding that cost in too: [https://www.amazon.ca/Cloud-Microphones-Cloudlifter-CL-1/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=sr\\_1\\_5?crid=16ZP1EOSWRC3E\u0026amp;keywords=cloudlifter\u0026amp;qid=1667407620\u0026amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiIzLjE3IiwicXNhIjoiMS44NSIsInFzcCI6IjEuNjcifQ%3D%3D\u0026amp;sprefix=cloudlifter%2Caps%2C125\u0026amp;sr=8-5](https://www.amazon.ca/Cloud-Microphones-Cloudlifter-CL-1/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=sr_1_5?crid=16ZP1EOSWRC3E\u0026amp;keywords=cloudlifter\u0026amp;qid=1667407620\u0026amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiIzLjE3IiwicXNhIjoiMS44NSIsInFzcCI6IjEuNjcifQ%3D%3D\u0026amp;sprefix=cloudlifter%2Caps%2C125\u0026amp;sr=8-5)\r\n\r\n\u0026amp;#x200B;\r\n\r\nWithout that you won't get enough volume from a Shure SM7b for podcasting. Peace.","subreddit_name":"bapcsalescanada","author":"-_-Poopoo-_-"},{"body":"sm7b is very dope, great vocal mic.  Your going to need a cloudlifter with it. https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter-1-channel/dp/B004MQSV04/ref=sr\\_1\\_5?keywords=cloudlifter\u0026amp;qid=1638918812\u0026amp;sr=8-5","subreddit_name":"WeAreTheMusicMakers","author":"Mar_Kert"},{"body":"While compatible, you will likely need this additional device to boost the sound level without using too much mic gain that would add to noise levels.  Unfortunately, makes for an expensive combo, but if you are spending the dollars for a Shure SM7B this seems to be the recommendation out there to get the best level of performance from it. [https://www.amazon.ca/Cloud-Microphones-Cloudlifter-CL-1/dp/B004MQSV04/](https://www.amazon.ca/Cloud-Microphones-Cloudlifter-CL-1/dp/B004MQSV04/)","subreddit_name":"bapcsalescanada","author":"RAGE_THERAPY"},{"body":"What about something like the Cloud Filter then? \r\n https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004MQSV04/?coliid=I2DQHVH3448V9Kr \r\nI just have a problem of the scarletts gain not being good enough on its own.","subreddit_name":"audioengineering","author":"DRWeedGokuMD"},{"body":"Oh, interesting. You know, dynamic microphones can be interesting things. I vastly prefer them to condenser mics, but some dynamic mics need additional gain while others are perfectly fine without. Looks like yours need a little extra gain.\r\n\r\nIf it is the microphone that's the source of your troubles, you might instead look at returning the mixer and either getting another microphone, or get something that'll help provide extra gain to your mic.\r\n\r\nFor nothing more than gain boosting, the [CloudLifter](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Microphones-Cloudlifter-CL-1-Microphone-Preamplifier/dp/B004MQSV04/) is a good item. However, it's expensive and that's all it does. Alternatively, a vocal processor might be another good way to go. I use a [DBX 286s](https://www.amazon.co.uk/DBX-286S-Mic-Preamp-Compressor/dp/B004LWH79A/) and swear by it. Rock solid, does compression, gain boosting, noise gate, all sorts of stuff in one. Looks like that Amazon link doesn't have good options for purchasing one, but I imagine you could find one in a local/online store (I'm not familiar with what you have in the UK, so I'll leave that to you).\r\n\r\nI suppose the alternative to the alternative is to just edit stuff in post. That's always viable and it's the least expensive option. Now that you know it's the mic and not your mixer, it at least points towards what you may want to do in the future. In the interim, I'm not sure how friendly [Audacity](http://www.audacityteam.org/) is to use with screen readers, but that's a good piece of software that's free. I apologize if we've already discussed Audacity, but I'm writing this on the fly.\r\n\r\nAnd of course, grab another mic (swipe a friend's or something) just to be sure it's the mic and then you know you're set and can decide what direction you want to go.\r\n\r\nCheers.","subreddit_name":"letsplay","author":"kicgaming"},{"body":"[Not an interface or preamp but perfect for a SM7B](https://www.amazon.com/Cloud-Microphones-CL-1-Cloudlifter/dp/B004MQSV04)","subreddit_name":"metalmusicians","author":"Sinborn"}]}