MPC File Extension
Musepack Compressed Audio Format
- File Type mpc
- Developer Musepack
- Popularity
- Application MediaMonkey
- Category Audio Files
What is a MPC file?
Files with the MPC extension are specifically tied to Musepack Compressed Audio Format, a Audio Files type, and there are 667 files in this category.
MPC file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux, as well as mobile devices running Android. You can play a MPC file using one of 17 programs, for example MusePack, ALLPlayer and VLC media player.
MIME types
- audio/x-musepack
File Signature
HEX code: 4D 50 2B 07. ASCII code: MP+.
Programs that support MPC files
How to open a MPC file?
The most common reason why a MPC file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.
Thanks to their popularity, MusePack, ALLPlayer and VLC media player are often the go-to programs for managing MPC files. If you want the most recent release of MediaMonkey, head over to the Ventis Media site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.
Once MediaMonkey is installed, the OS should configure it as the default tool for opening MPC files.
Set MediaMonkey as your default MPC viewer
Set default app to open files on Mac
- Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired MPC file to open a menu of available actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Towards the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, which is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
- In this menu, select "All Programs" and search for MediaMonkey. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- Start the process by right-clicking on your MPC file and selecting "Open With". From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
- From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select MediaMonkey as your desired application;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening MPC files.
Solving Common MPC File Challenges
If MPC files are giving you trouble, small modifications to your software can help. Check out the troubleshooting tips below to fix these issues.
What Causes MediaMonkey to Crash Frequently?
Lack of regular software updates can cause MediaMonkey to crash. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Ventis Media products.
A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.
How can I restore a damaged MPC file?
Start a recovery program, open the damaged MPC file and then select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair procedure. Please wait patiently for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically repair the damaged audio files.
How can I confirm if my MPC file has been damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted MPC audio files can include:
- Editing the archive in MusePack is hampered by poor overall performance;
- Trying to work with the archive in MediaMonkey or other programs causes instability or program crashes;
- The file does not open correctly or displays error messages;
- An unexplained increase in the size of the MPC file;
- The file operation is accompanied by the display of error messages;
How to edit a MPC file?
To modify MPC files, you need to install special software that makes it possible to open and edit audio files. Online MPC editors are more restricted compared to software designed for Musepack Compressed Audio Format.
Best MPC editors 2026
According to these factors, we have compiled a list of available MPC editors.
| MPC Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| MusePack | - | Windows | 4.6 out of 5 (41 review) |
Convert files to and from MPC
If working with a MPC file is challenging, one solution is to convert it to formats like AVI, MP3, AAC, FLAC, AIFF or other supported formats.
After converting a MPC file, some capabilities may be limited, but you can often convert it back to the original format.
SUPER 3D Video Converter, Xrecode and MediaMonkey are offline programs that convert MPC files to alternative formats without compromising data quality.