How do I install the freesound mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

The recorded environment keys are `FREESOUND_API_KEY`. Keep credentials outside committed files and confirm the configuration required by your installed version.

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Freesound MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates with [Freesound.org](https://freesound.org), enabling AI agents to search and discover audio

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What is the Freesound MCP Server?

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates with Freesound.org, enabling AI agents to search and discover audio content for video

What it actually does

Search Audio Content — Find sound effects, ambient sounds, and music loops using natural language queries
Access Metadata — Get detailed information about audio files including duration, tags, licensing, and descriptions
Preview Content — Access preview URLs for immediate audio playback evaluation
License Compliance — Retrieve licensing information to ensure proper attribution and usage rights

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
search_sounds

How to install the Freesound MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "freesound": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "-e",
        "FREESOUND_API_KEY",
        "freesound-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "FREESOUND_API_KEY": "YOUR_FREESOUND_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

You will need to obtain a Freesound API key: 1. Create an account at Freesound.org 2. Apply for an API key at https://freesound.org/api/apply/ 3. Once approved, note your API key for configuration

Variable	Description	Required
FREESOUND_API_KEY	Declared in the maintainer’s client configuration.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use Freesound to Prerequisites.”
“Use Freesound to Setup.”
“Use Freesound to Requirements.”

Frequently asked questions

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates with [Freesound.org](https://freesound.org), enabling AI agents to search and discover audio content for video Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.