Getting Started with the Splice MCP Server (Beta)
The Splice MCP Server lets you search Splice’s sample catalog, build stacks, and download sounds directly inside AI tools like Claude — without opening the Splice app or switching tabs.
Just describe what you’re looking for in plain language, and the AI handles the rest.
What can I do with it?
Search by feel
Describe a sound in natural language ("dark lo-fi guitar loop around 80 BPM") and get matching resultsBuild full stacks
Describe a vibe and generate a multi-layer arrangement (drums, bass, keys, etc.), saved to your libraryBuild Stacks from a sample
Use a loop as a starting point and generate a full stack around itEdit stacks
Rename, change BPM, add or remove layers, or swap soundsShare stacks
Generate a public link anyone can open in a browserDownload samples
Use your credits to save sounds directly to your computer
What do I need?
A Splice account (free accounts can search and build stacks)
A Sounds+, Creator, or Creator+ subscription to download samples
An AI tool that supports MCP (Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, or VS Code)
How do I connect Splice to my AI tool?
Open your AI tool’s MCP or integrations settings
Add a new MCP server using this URL:
https://mcp.splice.com/mcpThe first time you use a Splice tool, log in through your browser
You only need to do this once. Your session will stay connected unless it expires.
Claude (Desktop)
Go to Settings → Connectors and add the MCP server URL above. Then log in when prompted.
Cursor
Add this to your MCP config file (.cursor/mcp.json):
{ "mcpServers": { "splice": { "type": "streamable-http", "url": "https://mcp.splice.com/mcp" } } }Then reload MCP servers using the Command Palette.
Other tools
Any AI tool that supports HTTP-based MCP servers can connect using the same URL.
How do I use it?
Once connected, just talk to your AI assistant naturally. No special commands needed.
Example workflows
Build a beat from scratch
"Build me a lo-fi hip hop beat at 85 BPM with soft drums and jazzy keys"
The AI searches Splice, creates a multi-layer stack, and saves it to your library
Refine a stack
"Swap the drums for something more punchy"
"Change the BPM to 90"
The AI updates your existing stack without starting over
Find and download sounds
"Find a gritty boom bap drum loop around 90 BPM"
"Download the first result to my Desktop"
The AI returns matching results and downloads your selection using your credits
Things to know
Audio preview
Most AI tools don’t play audio inline. Open returned sample links in your browser to preview soundsCredits and downloads
Downloading a new sample costs 1 credit. Re-downloads are freeDownload limits
You can download up to 100 samples per rolling 24-hour periodStacks
Stacks are saved to your Splice library and can be opened in the desktop appSharing
Shared stack links are public and can be opened by anyone
Troubleshooting
Splice tools aren’t showing up
Make sure you added the MCP server URL and restarted your AI tool
I’m being asked to log in repeatedly
Your session may have expired. Log in again to refresh it
Error creating a stack from a sample
This feature requires a loop, not a one-shot. Search for loops specifically
Download failed or subscription error
Make sure you have an active Sounds+, Creator, or Creator+ plan
Hit the download limit
The 100-download limit resets on a rolling 24-hour basis
Frequently asked questions
Is this free to use?
Searching and building stacks is free. Downloading requires a paid subscription and uses credits
Do I need to be a developer?
No. If your AI tool supports MCP, you just add the server URL and log in
Will this work with ChatGPT?
Not at this time
Can anyone access a shared stack?
Yes. Shared links are public
What is a stack?
A stack is a multi-track arrangement of samples that play together
Where do downloaded samples go?
You choose the save location when downloading (for example, Desktop or a project folder)
For any additional questions or feedback, please click on the "HELP" icon to the right to get in touch with our team.