Discover the Innovative Features of the New TRUE BLUE 520 Preamp from Cloud Microphones

Introducing the TRUE BLUE 520 Preamp

Cloud Microphones has officially launched the latest addition to its impressive lineup, the TRUE BLUE 520 preamp. This newly designed 500 Series preamp represents a marvelous synergy between the innovative minds at Cloud Microphones and Tim Spencer, the founder of TRUE Systems, a name synonymous with excellence in audio equipment.

Innovation Meets Tradition

The TRUE BLUE 520 is not just another preamp; it combines a rich, proven circuit design history with cutting-edge technology. With its patented touch interface, users can expect exceptional audio quality characterized by musicality and authenticity, making it an essential tool for professionals in the industry.

Rodger Cloud, co-founder of Cloud Microphones, commented on the introduction of this groundbreaking preamp, stating, "We've created a three-dimensional soundstage with the TRUE BLUE 520, wherein detail is captured with stunning accuracy and resolution."

Enhanced Design and Functionality

The TRUE BLUE's architecture includes an innovative relay switching system that shortens the circuit path, which significantly reduces high-frequency phase shifts and enhances signal transparency. The preamp's potential is fully realized through the unique Cloud Touch interface, which allows for silent adjustments via a capacitive touch-sensitive system instead of mechanical switches. This feature is particularly beneficial for users operating in low-noise environments like studios or live stages.

As Tim Spencer elaborated, "Cloud Touch interfaces are designed to minimize noise from typical push-button switches. Functions for gain adjustment, high-pass filter activation, and phantom power can all be accessed seamlessly from a bright, illuminated front panel."

Reliability and Safety Features

Among the preamp’s standout features is the two-second Blink-Delay circuitry, which safeguards sensitive ribbon microphones when engaging phantom power. This thoughtful design ensures that conditions are optimal before the power is enabled, protecting the integrity of the audio signal.

Another vital feature is the automatic phantom power switching that disengages components specifically for ribbon or dynamic modes, maintaining high-quality audio capture even in varied sound scenarios. With a remarkable 76 dB gain range and ultra-low noise floor, the TRUE BLUE 520 is capable of handling sensitive recordings while delivering ultra-high internal headroom of 28 dBu.

User-Friendly Interconnections

For ease of use, the TRUE BLUE 520 comes equipped with instrument DI IN and THRU jacks, which allow users to split signals effortlessly. This design ensures flexibility and adaptability whether routing to an external amplifier or capturing signal pathways effectively.

In addition, Cloud Microphones has integrated a continuously variable high-pass filter (HPF) adjustment feature to refine low-frequency content. This feature is particularly beneficial for capturing vocals, as it helps eliminate unwanted low-mid frequencies and plosives, ensuring clearer sound reproduction.

Legacy of Excellence

The TRUE BLUE 520 preamp is the latest product reflecting Cloud Microphones' commitment to quality and innovation, built on the expertise gained from their flagship Precision 8 preamp. As with all Cloud products, the TRUE BLUE 520 is made responsibly in the USA, adhering to high manufacturing standards.

With a suggested retail price of $899, the TRUE BLUE 520 preamp is now available at Cloud Microphones dealers across the globe, promising to elevate the recording experience of musicians, engineers, and producers alike.

About Cloud Microphones

Founded in Tucson, Arizona, Cloud Microphones specializes in crafting high-quality ribbon microphones and the revolutionary Cloudlifter Mic Activators. Rooted in American craftsmanship, Cloud continues to receive accolades for its innovative contributions to the audio industry. Their commitment to quality is manifest in every product they develop, reinforcing their reputation as a leader in audio technology.