ElevenLabs MCP integrates advanced speech synthesis and audio processing into Claude, allowing users to generate, transcribe, and manage AI voices through the Model Context Protocol.
What the product does and how it is positioned
ElevenLabs MCP in Claude is an integration that bridges the AI assistant with the ElevenLabs audio platform to enable native speech generation and transcription.
The tool is available as a hosted connector for simplified setup or as an open-source local server for developers requiring deeper environment control.
Source-supported ways to use the product
The official documentation describes using the tool to convert written scripts or articles into high-quality audiobooks and narrated media.
Users can build and configure conversational voice agents for tasks such as customer support or outbound calling within the Claude interface.
The documented workflow, where available
Select ElevenLabs in the Claude connectors directory and authenticate via OAuth or configure the local MCP server.
Use natural language to list available voices or specify a preferred vocal style for the intended output.
Provide text for speech generation or upload an audio file for transcription and speaker identification.
The integration offers two primary deployment paths to suit different user needs. The hosted MCP connector provides a one-click setup via OAuth, removing the need for manual API key management or local installation.
Alternatively, the open-source local MCP server allows developers to run the integration on their own machines, providing more control over the environment and supporting additional tools like Cursor and Windsurf.
Checks to run with your own material and workflow
What was checked and when
Answers based on the source-checked product record
The hosted version uses OAuth for a one-click setup in Claude, while the local version is open-source and requires manual API key configuration.
Yes, the integration includes speech-to-text capabilities that allow Claude to transcribe audio and video files with timestamps.
Users can access their custom voice library and even use the Voice Designer to create new AI voices through the MCP.
While a free tier exists, using the MCP tools consumes ElevenLabs credits, which may require a subscription for higher usage volumes.
The integration supports managing conversational AI agents that are capable of performing outbound calls.
