GR PowerGrade Pro v2 is a cinematic color grading toolkit developed by Gustavo Rossi for DaVinci Resolve, featuring a professional node-based system inspired by traditional motion picture film processing workflows.

Rather than relying on a single fixed LUT, the PowerGrade provides creative control over individual stages of color processing, from initial image correction to cinematic look development and final color finishing.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• GR PowerGrade Pro v2 – A flexible, professional node-based color grading system.
• Plug-and-Play Preset Nodes – Pre-built node presets for quickly creating cinematic looks.
• GR Check Nodes – Technical checking tools for greater confidence during color grading.
• GR Cinema LUT – A film emulation LUT taken from the GR Film LUTs v2 collection.
• Kodak 2383 Print LUT – A film print emulation inspired by the classic Kodak 2383 look.
• PowerGrade Masterclass – A nearly 2-hour video course covering the node system and professional color grading concepts.

FEATURES & COLOR GRADING WORKFLOW

• Professional Node Tree – An organized structure for controlling individual stages of color grading.
• Film-Inspired Pipeline – A color processing workflow inspired by traditional motion picture film techniques.
• Creative Look Development – Build different visual styles, from classic cinematic grades to modern commercial looks.
• Preset Node Workflow – Apply pre-built node combinations to accelerate grading.
• Advanced Customization – Fine-tune individual stages without relying entirely on fixed LUTs.
• Technical Color Checking – Evaluate image characteristics using GR Check Nodes.
• Camera Flexibility – Supports workflows with Log, RAW, Rec.709, and 8-bit footage when properly configured.

COMPATIBILITY

• Software: DaVinci Resolve 18 or later.
• Supports DaVinci Resolve Free and Studio.
• Operating systems: Windows, macOS.
• PowerGrade format: .drx.
• Bonus LUT format: .cube.
• Certain nodes use Studio-only effects, with alternative methods for the Free version explained in the Masterclass.
• The PowerGrade system is not compatible with Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.

GR PowerGrade Pro v2 is ideal for filmmakers, video editors, and colorists seeking a structured professional grading workflow that combines fast preset-based results with flexible creative control.