Affordable. Focused. Built for the Base Layer.
Welcome to the new home of Rocket Rooster’s utility DCTLs — clean, purpose-built tools made to handle the unseen but essential parts of color grading. These aren’t flashy "look packs" — they’re precision utilities that give you control where it matters most: the foundation.
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A DCTL (DaVinci Color Transform Language) is a powerful, real-time plugin system built specifically for DaVinci Resolve. It allows advanced users and developers to create custom color grading tools that go far beyond what traditional LUTs can do.
Unlike LUTs — which apply a fixed color transformation — DCTLs are fully programmable and dynamic. That means you can build tools with sliders, curves, and logic, giving you precise, responsive control over color, contrast, saturation, exposure, and more. At its core, a DCTL is like having a custom-coded film lab inside Resolve. You can isolate skin tones, shape saturation naturally, adjust color space transforms, or build complex film emulations — all interactively, with zero rendering lag. DCTLs are GPU-accelerated, making them ideal for high-end workflows, but they’re now becoming more accessible through creator tools like Film Labs Utility DCTLs, which offer the benefits of custom coding without the complexity. Whether you're building a base grade or finishing a final look, DCTLs give you deeper control, cleaner results, and creative flexibility that traditional tools can't match. |
What is a DCTL?
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Introducing the Skin Enhancer DCTL – Get Beautiful Skin Tones, Fast.
This powerful yet intuitive DCTL is built for colorists who want to enhance skin tones quickly and cleanly without overcomplicating their workflow. Smart Skin Masking A smooth, artifact-free skin selection mask that just works — no noise, no halos, no harsh edges. Simple, Targeted Controls
Whether you're grading a commercial, film, or YouTube content, this DCTL makes achieving flattering, natural-looking skin tones easier than ever. |
Rocket Rooster Film Labs Skin Enhancer DCTLClean skin selection, no keys
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Rocket Rooster Film Labs Sat Shaper DCTLTRY FOR FREE |
Natural saturation. Film-like control.
The Sat Shaper is a powerful yet simple saturation tool that uses both HSV and cylindrical color models to shape your image’s color response — giving you saturation that feels rich and organic, not glowing or artificial. Unlike basic saturation sliders that often make digital images look like they’re lit from within, Sat Shaper gives you film-like saturation: deep, clean color that respects the natural luminance of the scene. Features: ✅ Dual-mode saturation: HSV & Cylindrical ✅ Film-like color response with zero harshness ✅ Targeted RGB saturation control ✅ Selective range targeting — push or protect where needed ✅ Lightweight and beginner-friendly Sat Shaper is an easy way to level up your base grade — and it’s priced so that anyone can add it to their toolkit. 
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Precision contrast. Zero color shift.
Contrast Pro is built for colorists who want complete control over contrast without compromising color integrity. Whether you're aiming for a clean linear response or a gentle cinematic curve, this DCTL gives you the tools to dial it in — fast. Features: ✅ Choose between Linear and S-Curve contrast styles ✅ Fine-tune high and low ranges independently ✅ Preserve saturation — no color shifts as you adjust contrast ✅ Intuitive, responsive, and designed for real-world grading Perfect for refining your base grade or making creative adjustments, Contrast Pro helps you shape contrast with accuracy and intention. Simple. Powerful. Affordable. |
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Rocket Rooster Film Labs Black & White DCTLTRY FOR FREE |
A premium black & white film experience — built for precision and mood.
The Film Labs Black & White DCTL is designed for colorists who want authentic, film-like monochrome grades with deep creative control. Inspired by classic black and white film stocks, this DCTL delivers stunning tonal range and timeless character. Features: ✅ Independent Contrast & Density controls for R, G, B channels ✅ Tint slider to add subtle toning and mood ✅ Built-in film grain and vignette from the Film Labs 64 DCTL ✅ Natural, high-quality rendering that mimics analog B&W film Whether you're crafting a moody noir look or a clean documentary tone, Film Labs Black & White gives you the tools to build black & white grades that feel rich, cinematic, and truly filmic. This isn’t just black and white — it’s Black & White done right. 
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When your client says, “Can it have more pop?” — this is the answer.
Designed to deliver instant visual impact, Film Labs Pop does exactly what the name promises: it adds pop to your image — effortlessly. This DCTL is all about clarity, punch, and polish. With just a few sliders, you'll boost contrast, enhance saturation without artifacts, and create beautiful tonal separation that gives your image that premium commercial finish. Perfect for: 🎬 Commercials 💄 Beauty 📷 Lifestyle & product work Why it works: ✅ Instant results with zero guesswork ✅ Clean, rich saturation ✅ Balanced contrast with great tone separation ✅ Extremely easy to use — designed for speed Film Labs Pop is the tool you reach for when you want the grade to hit — and hit fast. |
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Rocket Rooster Film Labs HUE SAT DNS
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Creative control. Built for precision.
Film Labs HUE SAT DNS is a focused color grading tool that gives you fast, granular control over Hue, Saturation, and Density across the six core channels — Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Yellow, and Magenta. Built as a DCTL for DaVinci Resolve, it’s lightweight, intuitive, and designed for creators who want to work fast and stay in the flow. Why it's different (and better):
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Whether you're refining skin tones, shaping your color palette, or locking in a bold signature look, HUE SAT DNS gives you flexible creative control without slowing you down. |
