Rekordbox MCP Server

A comprehensive Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for rekordbox database management with real-time database access.

Built using pyrekordbox - This project is not affiliated with the pyrekordbox project or its maintainers.

Features

🗄️ Database Access

Direct SQLite Database Connection: Access the encrypted rekordbox database directly using pyrekordbox
Real-time Queries: Search and filter tracks with comprehensive criteria
Read-Only Operations: Safe database access without modification risks

🔍 Search & Discovery

Advanced Search: Multi-field search across artist, title, genre, key, BPM, and more
Musical Key Filtering: Find tracks in compatible keys for harmonic mixing
BPM Range Queries: Search by tempo ranges for beatmatching
Rating and Play Count Filters: Discover your most loved and most played tracks

📊 Analytics & Insights

Library Statistics: Comprehensive stats including genre distribution, average BPM, total playtime
Play Count Analytics: Track listening patterns and habits
Collection Insights: Understand your music library composition
DJ History Access: Full access to your DJ session history and performance data

⚙️ Database Operations

Playlist Access: View and analyze playlist content including smart playlists
History Analysis: Access complete DJ session history and performance data
Library Statistics: Comprehensive analytics and insights

Architecture

This project consists of two complementary approaches:

Python Server (Current)

FastMCP Framework: Modern Python MCP server using FastMCP 2.0
pyrekordbox Integration: Mature library for encrypted database access
Real-time Database Queries: Direct SQLite operations with SQLCipher support
Production Ready: Built-in logging, error handling, and safety features

TypeScript Server (Legacy)

XML-based Access: Uses rekordbox XML exports for read-only operations
MCP SDK: Built with the official TypeScript MCP SDK
Static Analysis: Perfect for analysis without database modification risk

⚠️ Important Safety Notice

BACKUP YOUR REKORDBOX LIBRARY BEFORE USE

This software directly accesses your rekordbox database for analysis and querying. While currently read-only, always create a backup of your entire rekordbox library before using this tool as a precautionary measure.

Backup Requirements

You should create a complete backup of your rekordbox library before using this software. Consult rekordbox documentation or support resources for proper backup procedures for your specific setup and rekordbox version.

Risk Acknowledgment

⚠️ This project accesses your rekordbox database directly
⚠️ Use at your own risk - no warranty provided
⚠️ Test thoroughly with backups before using on your main library
⚠️ The developers are not responsible for any data loss or damage

If you are not comfortable with these risks, use the read-only XML export functionality instead.

Quick Start

Prerequisites

Python 3.12+
rekordbox 6 or 7 installed with an existing library
COMPLETE BACKUP of your rekordbox library (see safety notice above)
Access to your rekordbox database (automatic detection supported)

Installation

# Install dependencies with uv
uv sync

# Run the server
uv run rekordbox-mcp

Configuration

The server supports both automatic database detection and manual configuration:

# Auto-detect rekordbox database (recommended)
uv run rekordbox-mcp

# Specify custom database path
uv run rekordbox-mcp --database-path /path/to/rekordbox/Pioneer

MCP Client Setup

Add to your Claude Desktop configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "rekordbox-database": {
      "command": "uv",
      "args": ["run", "rekordbox-mcp"],
      "cwd": "/path/to/rekordbox-mcp"
    }
  }
}

Available Tools

Search & Query

search_tracks - Advanced track search with multiple filters
get_track_details - Detailed track information including metadata
get_library_stats - Comprehensive library statistics
get_playlists - List all playlists (including smart playlists)
get_playlist_tracks - Get tracks in a specific playlist

DJ History

get_history_sessions - Browse all DJ session history
get_session_tracks - Get full tracklist for any DJ session
get_recent_sessions - Filter recent DJ sessions
get_history_stats - Comprehensive DJ performance statistics
search_history_sessions - Search sessions by date, tracks, etc.

Database Operations

connect_database - Establish database connection

Resources

database-status - Current connection status and basic stats

Examples

Search for tracks by key and BPM

# Find tracks in 5A key with BPM between 120-130
search_tracks(key="5A", bpm_min=120, bpm_max=130, limit=20)

Access DJ History

# Get recent DJ sessions
get_recent_sessions(days=30)

# Get tracks from a specific session
get_session_tracks(session_id="12345")

Get library insights

# Comprehensive library statistics
get_library_stats()

# DJ performance statistics
get_history_stats()

Safety Features

Read-Only Operations: Currently operates in read-only mode for safe database access
Connection Validation: Validates database connections and access
Error Handling: Comprehensive error handling with detailed logging
Input Validation: Input validation for all database operations

⚠️ Important: These safety features are supplementary protections. Always maintain your own backups and use this software at your own risk.

Development

Project Structure

rekordbox_mcp/
   __init__.py          # Package initialization
   server.py            # FastMCP server and tool definitions
   database.py          # Database connection and operations
   models.py            # Pydantic data models

Running Tests

uv run pytest

Code Quality

# Format code
uv run black rekordbox_mcp/

# Lint code
uv run ruff rekordbox_mcp/

# Type checking
uv run mypy rekordbox_mcp/

License

MIT License

Disclaimer

⚠️ USE AT YOUR OWN RISK ⚠️

This project is not affiliated with AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ) or the pyrekordbox project
This software directly accesses your rekordbox database
No warranty or guarantee is provided
The developers are not responsible for any damage to your rekordbox library
You assume all risk when using this software

ALWAYS backup your rekordbox library before use. Test thoroughly with backup copies before using on your main library.

By using this software, you acknowledge that you understand these risks and agree to use it at your own responsibility.