WV to PRC Converter

Convert WavPack audio to Psion PRC recording format

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Psion Compatibility

Decode WavPack audio into PRC for playback on Psion handheld devices and EPOC personal organizers.

Web-Based

No Psion development tools needed. Convert WV to PRC from any browser.

Files Secured

WV uploads are deleted after conversion. PRC outputs are removed within 24 hours.

How to convert WV 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

WavPack is an open-source audio codec created by David Bryant, with version 1.0 released on August 15, 1998. What sets WavPack apart is its unique hybrid mode: the encoder can simultaneously produce a compact lossy file and a separate correction file that, when combined, reconstruct the original PCM stream bit-for-bit. Users who need portability carry just the lossy file; those who want archival quality keep both. The codec handles PCM audio from 8-bit to 32-bit integer and 32-bit floating point, with sample rates up to 768 kHz — specifications broad enough for DSD content, which WavPack 5 added support for. Compression ratios in pure lossless mode typically reach 40 to 55 percent of the original size, competitive with FLAC and often slightly better on certain material. Multicore encoding in later versions dramatically speeds up processing on modern hardware. The open-source library ships under a BSD license and has been integrated into foobar2000, VLC, FFmpeg, and numerous other tools. WavPack also supports rich metadata through APEv2 tags, embedded cue sheets, and ReplayGain values, covering the organizational needs of even the most meticulous music library.
Developer: David Bryant
Initial release: August 15, 1998
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 WV to PRC?

PRC is native to Psion handheld devices. Converting from WavPack lets you play audio on these classic organizers.

What devices use PRC?

Psion Series 5, Revo, and other EPOC-based handhelds use PRC for native audio playback.

Can modern tools open PRC?

SOX and some specialized utilities can read PRC. For general playback, convert to WAV instead.

Will quality be reduced?

PRC is voice-grade, so high-fidelity WavPack content will be downsampled significantly.

Is it free?

Yes — free on convertio.tools.