# PCM Recorder

> High-quality and simple voice recorder

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kohei.android.pcmrecorder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kohei.android.pcmrecorder)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.kohei.android.pcmrecorder`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Kohei YASUI
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 3,327,273
- **Rating:** 4.25 / 5 (11,482 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.4.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-04
- **First published:** 2011-04-02
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kohei.android.pcmrecorder)
- **Website:** [http://www.ko-yasui.com/home/](http://www.ko-yasui.com/home/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ko-yasui.com/app-policy/android/app\_policy\_pcmrecorder\_1\_0\_0.html](https://www.ko-yasui.com/app-policy/android/app_policy_pcmrecorder_1_0_0.html)

## Description

PCM Recorder is a straightforward yet powerful voice recording Chrome extension designed for users who need high-quality audio capture. It supports recording in linear PCM (WAV) format for lossless quality and AAC format for compressed audio, allowing users to select based on their needs. The extension offers adjustable sampling rates including 8kHz, 16kHz, 44.1kHz, and 48kHz to cater to different audio quality preferences.

Users can enjoy unlimited recording times up to 2GB with options to modify microphone gain, bitrate for AAC, and channel configuration (mono or stereo). Playback is flexible with background support, speed controls from 0.5x to 2.0x, repeat options, and quick skip intervals. File management features like renaming, sorting, and sharing are also included, making PCM Recorder a complete tool for audio capture and playback without complex setups. Note that call recording is not supported.

## Rankings

- #32,318 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.kohei.android.pcmrecorder.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

PCM Recorder is praised for its simple, high-quality PCM recordings and offline reliability. However, multiple reviews flag ongoing ads with a removed pro version, lack of MP3/AAC export, and years of stagnation with no meaningful updates. The app also misses advanced controls like gain and mic options, though it remains a lightweight, dependable tool for basic recording.

### Pros

- High-quality PCM recordings with clear audio
- Simple, clean, user-friendly interface
- Works offline without internet and remains reliable over years
- Lightweight with no bloat or gimmicks

### Cons

- Ad-supported model with a discontinued ad-free Pro option, leading to monetization frustration
- Limited output formats: only WAV/PCM; MP3 and AAC are not supported
- Not updated for years and considered outdated by many reviewers
- Lacks some advanced controls (no adjustable gain/level meter marks, and limited mic selection)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kohei.android.pcmrecorder)