Ableton FAQs

Name: Ableton
Author: ahujasid

Question 1

How do I install AbletonMCP?

Accepted Answer

You can install it using Smithery with the command `npx -y @smithery/cli install @ahujasid/ableton-mcp --client claude`. Alternatively, follow the manual installation steps involving downloading the Ableton Remote Script and configuring Claude Desktop/Cursor.

Question 2

What can I do with Ableton and Claude AI integration?

Accepted Answer

You can automate various music production tasks, such as creating new tracks, modifying existing ones, selecting instruments and effects, creating and editing MIDI clips, and controlling Ableton Live's transport functions, all using AI prompts.

Question 3

What are the key features of this integration?

Accepted Answer

Key features include two-way communication between Claude AI and Ableton Live, track manipulation, AI-assisted instrument and effect selection, MIDI clip creation and editing, and comprehensive session control (playback, clip firing, etc.).

Question 4

What are the prerequisites for using AbletonMCP?

Accepted Answer

You need Ableton Live 10 or newer, Python 3.8 or newer, and the uv package manager. You also need to configure Claude Desktop or Cursor with the AbletonMCP server settings.

Question 5

What is AbletonMCP?

Accepted Answer

AbletonMCP connects Ableton Live to Claude AI, allowing you to control Ableton with AI prompts. Create tracks, edit MIDI, select instruments, and more, all through natural language commands.

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