Local connector
Free
Ongoing free app; external subscriptions separate
- Music access
- Catalog search free; Apple Music subscription needed for songs; AI-client fees additional.
Music MCP
● Identity checkedAI-assisted music playback · Official-source review 2026-10-09 UTC
Music MCP lets a connected AI assistant search Apple Music and control playback on a Mac, with optional library access and playlist creation.
- Category
- AI-assisted music playback
- Free access
- Mac connector is free, no account or tracking. Catalog search needs no Apple Music subscription; song playback requires one. AI assistant subscription/inference costs separate.
- API access
- 23 local MCP tools for Apple Music search, queue/playback and optional library/playlist changes. Stdio commands documented for Claude/Codex and mcpServers clients; direct localhost connection requires access token.
Is Music MCP right for you?
A good fit for
Fits Mac listeners using an MCP-capable assistant who can review library-sharing and write permissions before connecting it.
Before you choose
macOS14+; direct download1.4.15. Free connector, Apple Music required for song playback and own AI-client costs extra. 23tools; library/history reading and changes separately off until allowed. Create/add/rate supported; cannot delete or rename library items. Stdio needs no connector token; direct server listens127.0.0.1 and requires token, not network-accessible. AI provider can receive shared listening data despite connector no-tracking claim. Apple-check/update claims unaudited. No app installed, Apple account accessed, permissions granted, playlist changed or playback tested.
Workflow and handoff
Connect through the documented local transport, start with catalog search, review requested library permissions and inspect the planned queue before enabling playback or playlist writes.
Pricing and practical limits
macOS14+; direct download1.4.15. Free connector, Apple Music required for song playback and own AI-client costs extra. 23tools; library/history reading and changes separately off until allowed. Create/add/rate supported; cannot delete or rename library items. Stdio needs no connector token; direct server listens127.0.0.1 and requires token, not network-accessible. AI provider can receive shared listening data despite connector no-tracking claim. Apple-check/update claims unaudited. No app installed, Apple account accessed, permissions granted, playlist changed or playback tested.
Review method
Relevant official-source evidence reviewed individually on 2026-10-09 UTC (October 10 in India). Selected product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Performance, security and plan enforcement were not independently tested.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Documented workflow | Music MCP lets a connected AI assistant search Apple Music and control playback on a Mac, with optional library access and playlist creation. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
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Music MCP pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
Was this product hands-on tested?
No. The listing uses dated official-source evidence and visual artwork review. Unconfirmed pricing, allowances and integrations are stated explicitly.
What is Music MCP used for?
Music MCP lets a connected AI assistant search Apple Music and control playback on a Mac, with optional library access and playlist creation.
Does Music MCP have a free plan?
Mac connector is free, no account or tracking. Catalog search needs no Apple Music subscription; song playback requires one. AI assistant subscription/inference costs separate.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Music MCP cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Music MCP through an API?
23 local MCP tools for Apple Music search, queue/playback and optional library/playlist changes. Stdio commands documented for Claude/Codex and mcpServers clients; direct localhost connection requires access token.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
macOS14+; direct download1.4.15. Free connector, Apple Music required for song playback and own AI-client costs extra. 23tools; library/history reading and changes separately off until allowed. Create/add/rate supported; cannot delete or rename library items. Stdio needs no connector token; direct server listens127.0.0.1 and requires token, not network-accessible. AI provider can receive shared listening data despite connector no-tracking claim. Apple-check/update claims unaudited. No app installed, Apple account accessed, permissions granted, playlist changed or playback tested.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
How this profile is supported
Official product information
Product identity and relevant official-source evidence reviewed individually.
Read original source ↗Costs and constraints
macOS14+; direct download1.4.15. Free connector, Apple Music required for song playback and own AI-client costs extra. 23tools; library/history reading and changes separately off until allowed. Create/add/rate supported; cannot delete or rename library items. Stdio needs no connector token; direct server listens127.0.0.1 and requires token, not network-accessible. AI provider can receive shared listening data despite connector no-tracking claim. Apple-check/update claims unaudited. No app installed, Apple account accessed, permissions granted, playlist changed or playback tested.
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