PRC to PAF Converter

Re-encode Psion PDA PRC audio as PAF online

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Psion PDA to PAF

Bridge PRC and PAF formats with a single click. Move audio from Psion PDA to mainstream compatibility.

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Source files are removed right after conversion completes. Converted PAF files are purged within 24 hours automatically.

High Fidelity

PAF delivers excellent audio quality at efficient file sizes — a modern upgrade for your PRC recordings.

How to convert PRC to PAF

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose paf or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your paf file right afterwards

About formats

PRC is an audio file format associated with Psion handheld organizers, particularly the Series 3 and Series 5 lines from the 1990s. These pocket computers included built-in microphones and basic voice recording capabilities, storing captured audio in the PRC container. The encoding is typically ADPCM-based (Adaptive Differential Pulse-Code Modulation), balancing file size against audio intelligibility given the severe storage constraints of early PDAs — the original Psion Series 3 had just 256 KB of RAM doubling as storage. PRC audio is generally mono at low sample rates (often 8 kHz), optimized for speech rather than music. One advantage was tight integration with the EPOC operating system (later evolving into Symbian), letting users embed voice notes directly in agenda entries and database records. The compact file sizes — a minute of speech consumed only a few kilobytes — made it feasible to store dozens of memos on devices with minimal memory. While PRC audio is a legacy format today, conversion tools exist for extracting recordings from archived Psion devices, which remain collectible among retro computing enthusiasts.
Developer: Psion PLC
Initial release: 1993
PAF (Paris Audio File) is the native audio format of the Ensoniq PARIS (Professional Audio Recording Integrated System) digital audio workstation, developed by Ensoniq in the late 1990s. PARIS was a hardware/software DAW that earned a loyal following among recording engineers for its warm analog-like sound and reliable operation, with PAF serving as its primary working file container. The format stores uncompressed PCM audio at 16-bit or 24-bit resolution and standard professional sample rates (44.1, 48, and 96 kHz), preserving full fidelity without lossy compression. PAF uses a straightforward binary layout — a compact header followed by interleaved sample data — enabling efficient real-time read and write during recording sessions. One notable advantage is support for both big-endian and little-endian byte ordering, reflecting the PARIS system's cross-platform roots on Mac and PC. After Ensoniq's acquisition by E-mu Systems and then Creative Technology, the PARIS DAW was discontinued, but PAF files remain important for studios with archived projects in this format. Tools like SoX and libsndfile can read and convert PAF files, ensuring long-term accessibility.
Developer: Ensoniq
Initial release: 1998

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert PRC to PAF?

PRC is locked to obsolete Psion PDAs. PAF makes your recordings accessible on modern devices and standard audio software.

What applications open PAF files?

SOX and PARIS workstations can handle PAF files. Most are available as free downloads for major operating systems.

How is the PAF audio quality?

PAF provides good quality at standard settings. The output clarity depends on the original PRC recording quality.

How fast is the conversion?

PRC files are typically compact. The conversion to PAF completes in just a few seconds on our cloud servers.

Are my files kept private?

PRC uploads are removed right after processing. All PAF output files are cleaned from servers within 24 hours.

Can I convert multiple PRC files?

Yes. Upload several PRC files and convert them all to PAF in one session. Batch processing is supported.