quantize_clip

Quantize a clip's notes to a grid. grid is a RecordQuantization enum: 0=None, 1=1/4, 2=1/8, 3=1/8T, 4=1/8+T, 5=1/16, 6=1/16T, 7=1/16+T, 8=1/32. amount 0.0-1.0.

SERVERLivepilot SOURCElivepilot

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/io-github-dreamrec-livepilot/quantize-clip.md

WHAT IT DOES

What quantize_clip does on Livepilot

AI agents use quantize_clip to create or update resources in Livepilot, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Livepilot environment.

RISK

Why quantize_clip is rated Medium

Quantization modifies the timing of notes in a clip by snapping them to a rhythmic grid. This is a reversible data modification (notes are repositioned, not deleted), placing it in the Write category. Misuse could alter the musical timing/feel of a composition, giving it medium severity.

From the tool's definition Quantize a clip's notes to a grid

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs quantize_clip safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Livepilot, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For quantize_clip, this is the rule to start with:

quantize_clip Rate-limited

quantize_clip stays usable, but capped: an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "quantize_clip": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "quantize_clip_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Livepilot, apply this rule, and every quantize_clip call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about quantize_clip

What does the quantize_clip tool do? +

Quantize a clip's notes to a grid. grid is a RecordQuantization enum: 0=None, 1=1/4, 2=1/8, 3=1/8T, 4=1/8+T, 5=1/16, 6=1/16T, 7=1/16+T, 8=1/32. amount 0.0-1.0. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Livepilot MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on quantize_clip? +

Register the Livepilot MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for quantize_clip: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Livepilot. Nothing to install.

What risk level is quantize_clip? +

quantize_clip is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit quantize_clip? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the quantize_clip rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block quantize_clip completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for quantize_clip. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides quantize_clip? +

quantize_clip is provided by the Livepilot MCP server (livepilot). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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