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ableton-copilot-mcp

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About ableton-copilot-mcp

An MCP server built on ableton-js enables AI assistants to control Ableton Live in real time, including Arrangement View operations such as song management, track control, MIDI editing, and audio recording, along with other capabilities.

#ableton-live#mcp-server

Basic information

Category

Other

License

MIT

Runtime

node

Transports

stdio

Publisher

xiaolaa2

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ableton-copilot-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "@xiaolaa2/ableton-copilot-mcp",
        "--install-scripts"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is ableton-copilot-mcp?

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server built on ableton-js for real-time interaction and control with Ableton Live's Arrangement View, dedicated to assisting music producers in their music production.

How to use ableton-copilot-mcp?

Launch Ableton Live and enable the AbletonJS Control Surface in Preferences → Link/MIDI. Then configure an MCP client (e.g., Cursor, Cherry Studio, or Claude Desktop) to run the server via npx -y @xiaolaa2/ableton-copilot-mcp. Optionally set the BASE_PATH environment variable for a custom storage location.

Key features of ableton-copilot-mcp

  • Song info, track listing, and tempo control
  • Create, delete, and duplicate MIDI/audio/return tracks
  • Get, add, delete, and replace notes in clips
  • Record track content based on time range
  • Load and modify audio effects, instruments, and plugins
  • Operation history with rollback support for note operations

Use cases of ableton-copilot-mcp

  • Automate tedious MIDI clip edits like humanizing note properties
  • Merge or duplicate clips across tracks
  • Record one track’s output onto another audio track
  • Quickly apply and tweak device parameters
  • Roll back unwanted note changes via state management

FAQ from ableton-copilot-mcp

What are the prerequisites?

Node.js v20+ (with npx) and Ableton Live 12.1.10 (tested). 11.x and 10.x are not yet tested.

How do I install the MIDI Remote Scripts?

Run npx @xiaolaa2/ableton-copilot-mcp --install-scripts (or -is). Alternatively, let the AI call the init_ableton_js tool, or manually copy the AbletonJS folder into your Ableton User Library's Remote Scripts folder.

Can AI manipulation cause data loss?

Yes, direct AI manipulation of MIDI clips can overwrite original notes and cannot be undone with Ctrl+Z. Use the server’s rollback feature for note operations to restore previous states.

Which MCP clients are supported?

Cursor, Cherry Studio, Claude Desktop, and other MCP‑compatible clients.

Is this an official Ableton product?

No, this is a third‑party integration and is not made by Ableton.

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