How can I find the exact duration of a 1/16th note at 120 BPM?

Use the `calculate_note_durations` tool. By providing 120 as the BPM and '1/16' as the subdivision, it will return the base duration in milliseconds.

How do I calculate the swing offset for a 66% swing feel?

Use the `calculate_swing_offset` tool. Input your project's BPM and set the swing percentage to 66 to get the exact millisecond delay required for the off-beat.

Does this tool help with plugin latency?

Yes. The `get_latency_recommendation` tool suggests appropriate buffer windows and provides warnings for high-tempo projects to help maintain rhythmic integrity.

Groove Quantize Calculator MCP Connector for Claude

A+

Calculate precise millisecond-based quantization grids, swing offsets, and latency compensation for DAWs.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

More Details Connect to Claude

The Groove Quantize Calculator is an essential tool for music producers working in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). It bridges the gap between musical tempo and absolute time by converting BPM into precise millisecond values. Use calculate_note_durations to find exact durations for standard, dotted, and triplet subdivisions. Determine the exact displacement needed for a specific feel with calculate_swing_offset. The server also provides get_latency_recommendation to help manage buffer sizes in high-tempo projects and get_complete_rhythmic_map for a full view of your rhythmic grid.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_zgf6O1DKlL7B8RxMFmH1buSfoMNx1XLFQMzu0t7z/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http groove-quantize-calculator https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_zgf6O1DKlL7B8RxMFmH1buSfoMNx1XLFQMzu0t7z/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "groove-quantize-calculator": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_zgf6O1DKlL7B8RxMFmH1buSfoMNx1XLFQMzu0t7z/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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