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Cursor Sound MCP

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) implementation that plays sound effects after Cursor AI completes code generation. This MCP integrates with Cursor to provide audio feedback for a more interactive coding experience.

Inspired by @EricListin on X.com - I have made some changes to the code to not error out and be online.

Features

  • Plays a sound effect when Cursor completes code generation

  • Uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for standardized integration

  • Configurable sound effects

  • Improved error handling and logging

  • Stable JSON response format

Related MCP server: MCP Sound Tool

Cursor Rules

Add this to your Cursor custom instructions:

"EVERY TIME you finish any task or you need something from me, run the sound-mcp MCP server to get my attention."

Installation

  1. Install dependencies:

npm install
  1. Add your sound effects: Place your sound files in the sounds directory. The default expected sound is:

  • sounds/completion.mp3 - Played after code generation

You can find free sound effects on freesound.org.

  1. Build the project:

npm run build

Usage

Run the MCP server:

npm start

The server will start and listen for events from Cursor through the stdio transport.

Configuration

The sound effects and volume can be customized by:

  1. Replacing the sound files in the sounds directory

  2. Modifying the sound file paths in src/index.ts

Development

For development with auto-recompilation:

npm run dev

Available Tools

1 tool
playCompletionSoundC

Plays a completion sound when called

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

TDQS

C2.9/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It states the tool plays a sound, implying an auditory output, but doesn't disclose behavioral traits like whether it requires audio permissions, if it blocks execution, error handling, or what happens on failure. This is a significant gap for a tool with zero annotation coverage.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence with no wasted words. It's appropriately sized for a simple tool and front-loaded with the core action. Every word earns its place, making it highly concise and well-structured.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's simplicity (0 parameters, no output schema), the description is incomplete. It lacks context about the sound's source, volume, duration, or system requirements. With no annotations to fill gaps, the description should provide more detail to ensure the agent understands how to invoke it effectively.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters, and schema description coverage is 100% (as there are no parameters to describe). The description doesn't need to add parameter semantics, so a baseline score of 4 is appropriate, reflecting that no additional information is required beyond the empty schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose3/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description states the tool's purpose ('Plays a completion sound when called'), which is clear but vague. It specifies the action ('Plays') and resource ('a completion sound'), but lacks detail about what constitutes a 'completion sound' or how it's played. With no sibling tools, differentiation isn't needed, but the purpose remains somewhat ambiguous.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool. It doesn't specify appropriate contexts (e.g., after a task finishes), prerequisites, or alternatives. With no sibling tools, this isn't a comparative issue, but the lack of any usage context leaves the agent without direction.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

TDQS

B3/5.0
Disambiguation5/5

With only one tool, there is no possibility of confusion or overlap between tools. The single tool has a clear, distinct purpose that cannot be mistaken for another.

Naming Consistency5/5

A single tool inherently has perfect naming consistency, as there are no other names to compare it against. The tool name 'playCompletionSound' follows a clear verb_noun pattern.

Tool Count2/5

One tool is too few for a server's purpose, as it severely limits functionality and suggests the server is trivial or incomplete. A single sound-playing tool does not justify a full MCP server.

Completeness1/5

The server is severely incomplete, as it only offers a single sound-playing tool with no other related operations (e.g., stop sound, list sounds, adjust volume). This minimal surface fails to cover any meaningful domain.

Maintenance

ActivityInactive
ResponsivenessNo issues

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