What is the key difference between Fcpxml MCP Server and FableCut?

Fcpxml MCP Server belongs to the Multimedia Process category with local stdio execution, while FableCut belongs to the Multimedia Process category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Fcpxml MCP Server or FableCut in Claude Desktop or Cursor?

Copy the mcpServers JSON configuration snippet provided on this page into your claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json file and restart your AI client.

Are Fcpxml MCP Server and FableCut free or paid?

Fcpxml MCP Server operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). FableCut operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Fcpxml MCP Server lists 13 tools with 9 views and 107 GitHub stars. FableCut lists 6 tools with 1 views and 670 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Fcpxml MCP Server and FableCut together in the same MCP host?

Yes! MCP hosts like Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, and VS Code support configuring multiple servers under the mcpServers object simultaneously.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Fcpxml MCP Server vs FableCut

In-depth architectural comparison of the Fcpxml MCP Server and FableCut MCP servers. Compare execution transports, security boundaries, tool capabilities, quality scores, and ready-to-paste client installation snippets for Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

At a Glance & Executive Verdict

Fcpxml MCP Server

Multimedia Process · Local stdio

Quality: 65/100 (Great) | Auth: No auth required

FableCut

Multimedia Process · Local stdio

Quality: 53/100 (Good) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Fcpxml MCP Server if you need specialized Multimedia Process tools running via a local process. Choose FableCut if your workspace requires Multimedia Process integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Fcpxml MCP Server when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Multimedia Process domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: FCP_PROJECTS_DIR.
Primary tools included: inspect, diagnose, edit.

Explore Fcpxml MCP Server Details

Choose FableCut when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Multimedia Process domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: 3 video + 4 audio tracks with drag, trim, split, snap, undo/redo, Live timeline updates via server-sent events with JSON project file, Direct manipulation of clips on preview monitor (move, resize, rotate).

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Fcpxml MCP Server DareDev256 Multimedia Process	FableCut ronak-create Multimedia Process
Summary	The first MCP server for Final Cut Pro. 53 tools that parse, edit, and generate FCPXML timelines — health checks, flash frame detection, chapter markers, rough cuts, NLE export. 912 tests, MIT licensed.	Zero-dependency browser video editor that AI agents drive through a JSON timeline. MCP tools to add/patch clips, keyframes, transitions, text animations and filters, import media, and analyze a reference video into an edit blueprint (shots, beats, BPM, drop); the open editor UI live-reloads on every change and exports via ffmpeg.
Category & Scope

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Fcpxml MCP Server Tools (13)

inspect

Read a timeline or project without changing it. Use this first to understand what you are working with. Actions: list_projects, analyze_timeline, analyze_pacing, list_clips, list_markers, list_roles, list_keywords, list_effects, list_templates, list_library_clips, list_compound_clips, list_connected_clips, filter_by_role.

diagnose

Find problems in a timeline: gaps, flash frames, duplicates, dead air, and beat structure. Read-only. Run before editing. Actions: validate_timeline, detect_gaps, detect_duplicates, detect_flash_frames, detect_silence_candidates, detect_media_silence, detect_beats, find_short_cuts, find_long_clips, diff_timelines.

edit

Change clips on the timeline: insert, delete, trim, split, reorder, retime, remove silence, and attach audio, B-roll or transitions. Writes a new file. Actions: insert_clip, delete_clips, trim_clip, split_clip, reorder_clips, change_speed, rapid_trim, add_transition, add_audio, add_connected_clip, assign_role, fill_gaps, fix_flash_frames, remove_silence_candidates, remove_media_silence.

mark

Add or import markers and chapters, including from SRT/VTT subtitles, transcripts, and beat analysis. Actions: add_marker, batch_add_markers, import_srt_markers, import_transcript_markers, import_beat_markers, snap_to_beats.

Ready-to-Paste Client Configurations

Paste either (or both) of these JSON server blocks into your client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json).

Fcpxml MCP Server Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "daredev256-fcpxml-mcp-server": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "fcp-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "FCP_PROJECTS_DIR": "YOUR_FCP_PROJECTS_DIR_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

FableCut Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ronak-create-fablecut": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "ronak-create-fablecut"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Fcpxml MCP Server is categorized under Multimedia Process and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, FableCut belongs to Multimedia Process using local stdio subprocess. Select Fcpxml MCP Server when you need capabilities focused on multimedia process and FableCut when you require tools for multimedia process.

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