PITCHMAP::COLORS is an effects plugin from Zynaptiq that remaps the pitches of any audio input onto a user-defined grid of notes, chords and scales.
PITCHMAP::COLORS at a glance
| Developer | Zynaptiq |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / Vocoder |
| Formats | VST3, VST2, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.15 or later |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Copy protection | iLok |
| Free trial | Available |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €29.75 (regular €113.05) |
What PITCHMAP::COLORS does
The plugin separates the input audio into individual sounds and maps each of them to slots in a pitch grid, so a mixed signal can be conformed to the key and scale of a song. Chords can be set up with the on-screen UI keyboard or a MIDI keyboard, and a major chord can be turned into a minor one or a minor 7 into an F# major.
A two octave range covers everything from huge demon voices to hyperactive chipmunks, and SCALE SHIFT can be automated to find a sweet spot within a scale. A signal flow graph shows how the audio moves through the processing. The plugin was designed in collaboration with the producer Au5 and fuses the pitch-mapping technology of the sibling plugin PITCHMAP with an electronic, sound design oriented flavor. Versions cover VST3, VST2, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS.
Key features
- Audio-to-grid pitch mapping. Input audio is separated into individual notes, and each note is mapped to a slot in the grid, so a bass, a synth or a whole mix can be conformed to a chosen key and scale.
- Chord and scale editing. The grid is set up with the UI keyboard or a MIDI keyboard, and chords can be played directly to define the target harmony.
- Character modes. SICK, INSANE and WTF switch the processing character, from a somewhat natural sound to a more resonant or more electric result.
- Scale shift automation. SCALE SHIFT can be automated over time, which the developer offers as an arrangement technique for moving through a scale within a track.
- Two octave range. The mapping spans two octaves, which covers pitch shifts from very low voices to very high ones.
- Signal flow display. A signal flow graph shows the path the audio takes through the separation and mapping stages.
Who it is for
The plugin suits producers who want to conform audio to a key and scale, and sound designers who want to push basses, synths and vocals into electronic textures.
Price and availability
PITCHMAP::COLORS was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €29.75, reduced from €113.05. A free trial is offered. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
PITCHMAP::COLORS FAQ
Does PITCHMAP::COLORS run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Yes. Native support for Apple Silicon is listed, and the macOS build requires macOS 10.15 or higher.
Which formats does PITCHMAP::COLORS ship in?
It is available as VST3, VST2, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS.
Is there a working serial key or keygen for PITCHMAP::COLORS?
Serial keys and keygen tools for the plugin circulate in cracked release packs, which are not affiliated with the developer and are not provided here.
Is a trial version of PITCHMAP::COLORS available?
Yes. A trial version is available, so the grid and character modes can be checked before a license is bought.