W64 to PRC Converter

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Custom Settings

Adjust sample rate, bit depth, channels, and codec parameters before converting your W64 to PRC for full control over the output.

Intuitive Process

The W64 to PRC converter is designed for simplicity. Upload, convert, download — done in under a minute.

Browser-Based Tool

No software to install — convert W64 to PRC directly in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. Open the page and start converting.

How to convert W64 to PRC

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

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Choose prc 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 prc file right afterwards

About formats

W64 (Wave64) is a 64-bit audio container originally designed by Sonic Foundry — creators of Sound Forge — and later maintained by Sony after acquiring Sonic Foundry's desktop software division in 2003. The format directly addresses the 4 GB file-size ceiling imposed by Microsoft's 32-bit RIFF/WAV specification, a limitation that becomes problematic during long recording sessions, multi-channel captures, or high-sample-rate productions. W64 achieves this by extending chunk identifiers and size fields to 64 bits, using GUIDs instead of four-character codes. This structural change permits files to reach sizes measured in exabytes, effectively removing any practical storage constraint. The format supports arbitrary sample rates, bit depths, and channel configurations, making it well suited for film scoring, live concert recording, and scientific data acquisition. Sound Forge, Audacity, and other professional digital audio workstations provide native W64 support for seamless import and export. For engineers and producers who routinely work with long-form, high-fidelity material, W64 offers the reliability and simplicity of WAV without the frustrating size restriction.
Developer: Sonic Foundry
Initial release: 2001
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

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert W64 to PRC?

W64 was built for professional post-production needs. Converting to PRC makes your audio portable and easy to share.

What programs can open PRC?

PRC can be opened with Palm OS emulators, SoX, specialized converters. Most modern audio applications handle this format without issues.

How is audio fidelity handled during conversion?

The converter preserves maximum fidelity. If PRC is lossless, no data is discarded. Lossy codecs apply minimal perceptible compression.

How many W64 files can I convert in one go?

Upload as many W64 files as you need and convert them to PRC simultaneously. The batch feature handles multiple files efficiently.

What happens to my files after conversion?

Your original W64 is deleted as soon as conversion ends. The resulting PRC is available for download and automatically removed within 24 hours.

How long does W64 to PRC conversion take?

Most W64 files convert to PRC within seconds. Larger recordings may take a bit longer, but our cloud servers process audio quickly.