OBS MCP Server: Ultra-Low Latency & Rock-Solid Streaming

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About OBS MCP Server

What is OBS MCP Server: Ultra-Low Latency & Rock-Solid Streaming?

OBS MCP Server is a powerful middleware that bridges OBS Studio with advanced automation tools, delivering near-instant responsiveness and bulletproof reliability for live streaming and recording. By leveraging the OBS WebSocket protocol, it enables seamless programmatic control over every aspect of your broadcast workflow—from scene transitions to audio tweaks—without manual intervention.

How to Use OBS MCP Server: Ultra-Low Latency & Rock-Solid Streaming?

Spin up OBS Studio and activate the WebSocket server in settings
Set your WebSocket password via environment variables (required for security)
Build and launch the MCP server using Node.js commands
Configure Claude Desktop with precise server parameters (path, credentials)
Launch Claude's interface to trigger actions like scene switches or stream starts

Pro tip: Verify connectivity by checking console logs for successful WebSocket handshake messages.

OBS MCP Server Features

Key Features of OBS MCP Server: Ultra-Low Latency & Rock-Solid Streaming?

Scene Symphony: Dynamically create/modify scenes, adjust item positions, and toggle visibility in real-time
Stream Maestro: Initiate/terminate streams/recordings, manage virtual cameras, and monitor bandwidth usage
Source Sorcery: Fine-tune audio levels, mute/unmute elements, and update source properties programmatically
Transition Triumph: Predefine transition effects, set durations, and trigger seamless scene swaps
Ironclad Security: Enforced password protection with optional SSL encryption support

Use Cases of OBS MCP Server: Ultra-Low Latency & Rock-Solid Streaming?

Perfect for:

Automated multi-camera live streams with synchronized transitions
Real-time scene switching during gameplay streams or webinars
Programmatically managing complex virtual sets with hundreds of source layers
Stress-testing streaming workflows in high-latency environments
Building custom control panels for stage productions or corporate broadcasts

OBS MCP Server FAQ

FAQ from OBS MCP Server: Ultra-Low Latency & Rock-Solid Streaming?

Does this work with OBS Studio's cloud services?: Yes, but requires custom routing through OBS WebSockets API
What ensures the "ultra-low latency" claim?: Optimized WebSocket polling intervals and zero-buffering data pipelines
Can I use this without Claude Desktop?: Yes, but requires manual API calls through compatible client applications
What happens during OBS crashes?: Server automatically detects disconnections and initiates recovery protocols
Is commercial use allowed?: Yes under MIT License terms - attribution required for derivative works

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OBS MCP Server

An MCP server for OBS Studio that provides tools to control OBS via the OBS WebSocket protocol.

Features

Connect to OBS WebSocket server
Control OBS via MCP tools
Provides tools for:
- General operations
- Scene management
- Source control
- Scene item manipulation
- Streaming and recording
- Transitions

Installation

npm install
npm run build

Usage

Make sure OBS Studio is running with WebSocket server enabled (Tools > WebSocket Server Settings). Note the password for the WS.
Set the WebSocket password in environment variable (if needed):

export OBS_WEBSOCKET_PASSWORD="your_password_here"

Run the OBS MCP server to see that it is able to build and connect:

npm run build
npm run start

Provision you Claude desktop with the MCP server settings:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "obs": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "<obs-mcp_root>/build/index.js"
      ],
      "env": {
        "OBS_WEBSOCKET_PASSWORD": "<password_from_obs>"
      }
    }
  }
}

Use Claude to control your OBS!

Available Tools

The server provides tools organized by category:

General tools: Version info, stats, hotkeys, studio mode
Scene tools: List scenes, switch scenes, create/remove scenes
Source tools: Manage sources, settings, audio levels, mute/unmute
Scene item tools: Manage items in scenes (position, visibility, etc.)
Streaming tools: Start/stop streaming, recording, virtual camera
Transition tools: Set transitions, durations, trigger transitions

Environment Variables

OBS_WEBSOCKET_URL: WebSocket URL (default: ws://localhost:4455)
OBS_WEBSOCKET_PASSWORD: Password for authenticating with OBS WebSocket (if required)

Requirements

Node.js 16+
OBS Studio 31+ with WebSocket server enabled
Claude desktop

License

See the LICENSE file for details.

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