Split/Tone™ DCTL Plug-In – Pro Version
“Split/Tone has significantly enhanced my grading workflow. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools that simplify and expedite the grading process.”
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The easiest method to create split-tone looks, period.
New to DCTLs? See our complete guide to DCTLs in DaVinci Resolve.
Why Not Just Use Curves, Log Wheels, or OFX Plug-Ins?
The problem with custom curves in DaVinci Resolve is their tendency to introduce unintended changes across the image. Adjusting a specific tonal range with a point on the RGB spline often impacts surrounding areas, including the middle grey zone, leading to shifts that are hard to control. Even with editable splines, achieving precise adjustments is time-consuming and can disrupt the overall curve shape, making look development challenging.
Our Split/Tone™ Pro DCTL collection simplifies this process with specialized guardrails that prevent accidental adjustments to unintended areas. These DCTLs let you quickly create custom split-tone looks using RGB sliders or by selecting hues for highlights and shadows. Plus, features like rollbacks for highlights, shadows, and low-saturation areas make fine-tuning easier—something curves alone can’t achieve without extra work.
The Log Wheels in DaVinci Resolve are excellent for quick, intuitive control over specific areas of the image, making them efficient for many grading adjustments. However, while you can modify the “range” they affect, you can’t customize the shape of the curve they apply, which limits their precision for advanced look development. Additionally, they lack the ability to natively target specific areas without complex keying, adding another layer of difficulty for precise grading.
Based on user feedback, OFX plug-ins like Dehancer, Contour and the built-in Split Tone effect offer split-tone options but are often less feature-rich, slower and less intuitive for artists.
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See why 91% of artists choose the Pro version.
What's included
- 1 Custom DCTLe Plug-in — Split/Tone RGB Basic
- 1 Alternate "No Icon" DCTLe — for control surface users
- 1 PowerGrade DRX File — workflow-ready node structure
- User Guide PDF — setup and usage documentation
- Lifetime License — one-time purchase, no subscriptions
- Free Updates — ongoing refinements to existing tools
- Bezier Curve Precision Controls — precision control across 5 zones
- Hue-Based Split-Tone Modes — precise hue selection for targeted tinting
- 3 Additional Advanced DCTLe Plug-ins — RGB Advanced, Hue Basic, Hue Advanced
Included DCTL Plugins
1 plugin — S-Curve split-tone control
RGB Mode — S-Curve
- Split/Tone RGB™ Basic.dctle
Fast, efficient tinting of two regions of the curve: highlights and shadows.
Pro Only
- Split/Tone RGB™ Advanced.dctle
- Split/Tone Hue™ Basic.dctle
- Split/Tone Hue™ Advanced.dctle
One-time purchase. No subscriptions.
What's included
- 4 Custom DCTLe Plug-ins — RGB Basic, RGB Advanced, Hue Basic, Hue Advanced
- 4 Alternate "No Icon" DCTLe Files — for control surface users
- 4 PowerGrade DRX Files — workflow-ready node structures
- User Guide PDF — setup and usage documentation
- Lifetime License — one-time purchase, no subscriptions
- Free Updates — new tools and refinements included for life
- S-Curve and Bezier Curve Modes — fast tinting and precision control
- RGB and Hue-Based Split-Tone Modes — full creative flexibility
Included DCTL Plugins
4 plugins — S-Curve and Bezier precision across RGB and Hue modes
RGB Mode — S-Curve
- Split/Tone RGB™ Basic.dctle Basic
Fast, efficient tinting of two regions of the curve: highlights and shadows.
RGB Mode — Bezier
- Split/Tone RGB™ Advanced.dctle
Greater precision with additional controls for fine-tuning throughout the dynamic range.
Hue Mode — S-Curve
- Split/Tone Hue™ Basic.dctle
Precise hue selection for targeted split-tone tinting of highlights and shadows.
Hue Mode — Bezier
- Split/Tone Hue™ Advanced.dctle
Full hue control with Bezier precision across the entire dynamic range.
One-time purchase. No subscriptions.
Versions Compared
See what’s included in each version: 1 DCTL in the Basic version, 4 in the Pro version.

Basic Version

Pro Version
Split/Tone In Action
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Split/Tone™ DCTL — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Split/Tone™ DCTL?
Split/Tone™ is the most direct way to build split-tone looks in DaVinci Resolve — shaping the color of your highlights and shadows independently with real control, not a one-click preset. It integrates with Resolve Color Management (DaVinci Intermediate) and ACES, and works with Blackmagic Mini and Advanced control surfaces.
What's the difference between Basic and PRO?
Basic includes one Split/Tone™ DCTL plug-in, an alternate “No Icon” version and a PowerGrade. PRO is the full set of four DCTLs — SplitTone RGB Basic, RGB Advanced, Hue Basic and Hue Advanced — each with a “No Icon” alternate and its own PowerGrade, so you can split-tone in either RGB or hue space at basic or advanced depth.
Do I need DaVinci Resolve Studio?
Yes. Split/Tone™ is a DCTL, and DCTL plug-ins run only in DaVinci Resolve Studio — they aren't supported in the free edition.
How do I install it?
Installation is handled by the free PixelTools installer app: download it, run the installer, and Split/Tone™ is placed in the correct Resolve folder automatically.
Can I try Split/Tone™ before buying?
Yes. A free Split/Tone™ demo is available to load into your own footage before buying.
Is it a one-time purchase or a subscription?
A one-time purchase with free updates — no subscription.
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