PixelTools DCTL Plug-in Bundle PT_PrimeGrade_DCTL

PixelTools Prime/Grade™ DCTL Plug-In PT_PrimeGrade_DCTL_1x1_b20c7568-1aae-40be-acfa-6b82eb45521f

Prime/Grade™ DCTL Plug-In

Name: Prime/Grade™ DCTL Plug-In
Brand: PixelTools
SKU: primeGrade
Price: 79.99 USD
Availability: InStock

$79.99 USD

COMPLETE THE WORKFLOW

A versatile, all-in-one primaries tool for DaVinci Resolve.

Prime/Grade brings exposure, contrast, and color controls into a single step, making it easier to build a clean, balanced image without unnecessary nodes.

Best suited for colorists, DPs, and editors who want to move faster through primaries while keeping results consistent.

Includes Exposure, Flare, Fill, Contrast, Saturation, along with five checker tools to help evaluate balance, contrast, and color as you work.

Features

Prime/Grade™ is an all-in-one primaries DCTL tool that includes:

• Exposure (Linear Gain, Gain, Offset)
• Flare (Linear Offset, Lift)
• Fill (in-house design)
• Contrast (S-Curve, Linear)
• Balancing via Temp/Tint (Linear Gain, Gain, Offset)
• Saturation (Subtractive, Gamma, Gain)

In addition, it incorporates 5 different checker tools to assist with your color correction workflow:

1. Stop-based False Color (±5 stop range)
2. Skin Tone Checker
3. White Balance Checker
4. Middle Gray Checker
5. Negative Checker

Primary correction in one node — quickly and easily adjust exposure, contrast, and saturation with a single, intuitive DCTL.
PixelTools x KaurH - Collaboratively developed with KaurH
Wide Color Management Support – Designed around DaVinci Wide Gamut (DWG) and fully compatible with ACES and other professional color managed workflows.
Broad Camera Support – Works perfectly with ARRI, RED (IPP2), Sony, Canon, Panasonic, Blackmagic, Apple Log, DJI, and any input supported by RCM or Color Space Transforms (CST)
Crafted by Professional Colorists – Developed by working colorists for use in real-world film, TV, commercial, and streaming workflows. Currently used to develop Show LUTs for Netflix, Amazon and AppleTV productions!
No Hassle Licensing – One-Time Payment, No Subscription, Free Updates

What's Included

One Custom DCTLe plug-in file
One Alternate "No Icon" DCTLe plug-in file
One PowerGrade DRX File
User Guide PDF

Tech Specs

System Requirements

MacOS and Windows: Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve Studio 19.1+
NOTE: This Product REQUIRES DaVinci Resolve Studio (DCTLs do not work on the free version)

Demo Version

Click HERE to download Prime/Grade DCTL Demo

Product Updates

Version 1.3.0 - Released Jan 7, 2026

Added NEW Balance Affects Flare Option, which processes balance after flare when enabled.
Added additional transfer functions - DJI D-Log, Apple Log 2, and JPLog2
Moved Checker Split View Option to top
Removed Bypass Option
Updated Manual

Version 1.2.0 - Released Oct 1, 2025

Added NEW Specular and Specular Range Control for specular highlight management
Updated Manual

Version 1.1.0 - Released February 7, 2025

Improve temp slider response.
Fixed occasional compilation error on AMD-based systems.
Optimized the UI by repositioning “Extend Temp” and “Extend Tint” closer to the top for better alignment with Temp and Tint on the Mini Control Surface.

Version 1.0.0 - Released January 27, 2025

Initial Release

Prime/Grade™ DCTL Plug-In

$79.99 USD

Eliminate the need to jump between tools and nodes

Primary Controls Built for Color-Managed Pipelines

Prime/Grade is an all-in-one primaries tool designed for accurate and efficient color correction, with advanced options for customizing its core processing.

Prime/Grade

The One-Node Primary Tool

Prime/Grade is an all-in-one primaries DCTL for DaVinci Resolve. It consolidates exposure, contrast, balance, and saturation into a single step, letting you build a clean, balanced image without stacking nodes.

Exposure is handled through Linear Gain, Gain, or Offset. Flare and Fill shape the toe, with Fill using an in-house design that lifts shadows without flattening contrast. Contrast offers both S-Curve and Linear behavior, and Temp/Tint balancing operates across Linear Gain, Gain, or Offset. Saturation is built on a subtractive model for a more film-like response under heavy grading.

Five built-in checkers help you read the image as you grade: a ±5 stop False Color, Skin Tone, White Balance, Middle Gray, and Negative. Prime/Grade works internally in DaVinci Wide Gamut Intermediate and supports the same 23 Transfer Functions as the rest of the PixelTools line, so it drops into ACES, RCM, and manual CST workflows without fuss.

Straight from the grading suite

Excellent

4.9

/ 5

based on 46 reviews

Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for.

Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for. So great to have contrast, fill, saturation, white balance all in one node along with Skin Checker, and a false color that works in different color spaces. So much of your basic grade can be fleshed out in half the time! Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for. So great to have contrast, fill, saturation, white balance all... Prime/Grade is the Swiss Army knife I’ve been waiting for. So great to have contrast, fill, saturation, white balance all in one node along with Skin Checker, and a false color that works in different color spaces. So much of your basic grade can be fleshed out in half the time!

Jose A.E.

Packed with Useful Features

The DCTL takes a lot of work out of using different functions within Resolve that are a pain to handle (HSV sat, linear gain, etc). It’s packed with useful features, and I’m glad I purchased it. The DCTL takes a lot of work out of using different functions within Resolve that are a pain to handle... The DCTL takes a lot of work out of using different functions within Resolve that are a pain to handle (HSV sat, linear gain, etc). It’s packed with useful features, and I’m glad I purchased it.

Maxwell S.

My Favorite Grading DCTL

I use this tool in all my clip-level stacks - absolutely LOVE it! The false color tool and skin checker alone are worth it. Plus, its logical top-down organization makes it easy to dive in and get to work. I use this tool in all my clip-level stacks - absolutely LOVE it! The false color tool and skin checker... I use this tool in all my clip-level stacks - absolutely LOVE it! The false color tool and skin checker alone are worth it. Plus, its logical top-down organization makes it easy to dive in and get to work.

Rishi G.

It’s an all-in-one tool

It’s an all-in-one tool - no need to use multiple other tools when you can achieve everything with just one. It’s highly intuitive and user-friendly! It’s an all-in-one tool - no need to use multiple other tools when you can achieve everything with just one.... It’s an all-in-one tool - no need to use multiple other tools when you can achieve everything with just one. It’s highly intuitive and user-friendly!

Luis O.

I use this on every grade.

Seriously great DCTL. Totally changed my workflow; not only does it speed everything up, it also makes checking your work a breeze with its checker tools built in. Very flexible as well, allowing you to use a variety of different gammas. I’m legitimately a super fan now. Seriously great DCTL. Totally changed my workflow; not only does it speed everything up, it also makes checking your work... Seriously great DCTL. Totally changed my workflow; not only does it speed everything up, it also makes checking your work a breeze with its checker tools built in. Very flexible as well, allowing you to use a variety of different gammas. I’m legitimately a super fan now.

Bryce H.

The Single Most Useful DCTL

I've used Prime/Grade (and its predecessor) on every project since I bought it, and it's become the most useful DCTL in my kit. Having every shot-matching tool inside a single DCTL saves me enormous time, and I no longer have to flip nodes to Linear just to make a white balance correction. It's not just a must-have. It's essential for professional color grading. I've used Prime/Grade (and its predecessor) on every project since I bought it, and it's become the most useful DCTL... I've used Prime/Grade (and its predecessor) on every project since I bought it, and it's become the most useful DCTL in my kit. Having every shot-matching tool inside a single DCTL saves me enormous time, and I no longer have to flip nodes to Linear just to make a white balance correction. It's not just a must-have. It's essential for professional color grading.

Mark H.

One-Stop Primaries Shop

Prime/Grade is the ultimate all-in-one grading tool, combining contrast, fill, saturation, white balance, and more into a single powerful node. The intuitive, top-down layout streamlines essential grading tasks and saves real time. The built-in false color tool and Skin Checker stand out, holding accuracy across different color spaces. Prime/Grade simplifies complex adjustments in Resolve, making it a must-have for any colorist. Prime/Grade is the ultimate all-in-one grading tool, combining contrast, fill, saturation, white balance, and more into a single powerful node.... Prime/Grade is the ultimate all-in-one grading tool, combining contrast, fill, saturation, white balance, and more into a single powerful node. The intuitive, top-down layout streamlines essential grading tasks and saves real time. The built-in false color tool and Skin Checker stand out, holding accuracy across different color spaces. Prime/Grade simplifies complex adjustments in Resolve, making it a must-have for any colorist.

Jason

Compatible with

Color Managed Workflows

Prime/Grade™ seamlessly integrate with Resolve Color Management (DaVinci Intermediate) and ACES workflows, ensuring accurate and consistent color management throughout your entire post-production pipeline.

Work Faster Using

Blackmagic Control Surfaces

Prime/Grade™ integrates seamlessly with Blackmagic Mini and Advanced Control Surfaces, enabling quick adjustments without disrupting your current grading workflow or established muscle memory.

Prime/Grade In Action

Used daily by professional colorists — learn more inside.

Reviews Tutorials Utilizing Prime/Grade

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