Cloudvocal FlashTrack FT-15 DSP — a versatile USB microphone with DSP

Cloudvocal has released a cardioid condenser USB microphone combining a studio-grade capsule, audio interface and effects processor in one body.

Photo: official website cloudvocal

The new model has a 1-inch capsule that handles up to 130 dB SPL and a low-noise preamplifier with up to 46 dB gain. Its main feature is a built-in hardware DSP chip for real-time effects. The microphone supports loopback, and its processor offers four independent modules:

DSP:IR — impulse modelling that recreates the tonal profiles of ribbon and broadcast dynamic microphones;
DSP:EQ — a three-band equalizer with L CUT, H CUT and BOTH presets, real-time hardware processing and six user settings slots;
DSP:COMP — a three-level compressor with LOW, MID and HIGH presets and full manual parameter control;
DSP:REV — a three-level reverb with S ROOM, S HALL and L HALL algorithms and custom room reverb.

Photo: official website cloudvocal

The device has a Live display on its body, Smart Dynamic Control and an X-shaped silicone shock mount to reduce vibration. Dual USB-C connections provide bus-powered USB 2.0 operation with a computer or iOS/Android smartphone. A mixer accepts backing tracks over Bluetooth 5.0 or a 3.5 mm analogue AUX input. A 3.5 mm headphone socket provides direct monitoring. The package includes a metal desktop tripod, quick-release pop filter and USB-C cable.

Photo: official website cloudvocal

Cloudvocal FlashTrack FT-15 DSP is available for $300.