Sennheiser announces that its TeamConnect soundbars (TC Bars) are now certified for Microsoft Teams.

This certification allows Microsoft Teams users to experience hybrid meetings that combine high-quality Sennheiser audio with 4K Ultra HD video, marking a significant step in unified communications.

As the latest additions to the Sennheiser TeamConnect (TC) family, the TC Bars are available in two models to fit different meeting room sizes: TeamConnect Bar S, with four microphones and two speakers, and TeamConnect Bar M, equipped with six microphones and four speakers.

We are very pleased that the TeamConnect soundbars have joined the other members of the TeamConnect family in achieving certification for Microsoft Teams, which has become essential for meeting solutions, as we continually receive feedback on the benefits customers experience using our products in Microsoft Teams Rooms. The new TeamConnect Bars represent another strong Sennheiser solution, delivering clear audio and, for the first time, video to Teams meetings, said Charlie Jones, Global Alliances and Partnerships Manager at Sennheiser. 

“As we continue to recognize the essential role of audio clarity in today’s dynamic meeting environments, we are pleased to welcome Sennheiser’s TeamConnect soundbars to the Microsoft Teams ecosystem”, said Albert Kooiman, Senior Director of Microsoft Teams Partner Engineering and Certification at Microsoft. "Sennheiser’s nearly 80-year legacy of high-quality audio continues with the TeamConnect Bar, which seamlessly integrates with Microsoft Teams to enhance the meeting experience”.

TC Bars are plug-and-play devices, meaning users can get started quickly via USB. The built-in beamforming technology, like that found in the ceiling-mounted TC Ceiling solutions, allows freedom of movement and smooth transitions between presenters, complemented by a camera with advanced AI features such as automatic framing and people tile view.

The full-range stereo speakers ensure natural speech and exceptional intelligibility. Additionally, the TC Bars offer flexible and scalable room configurations with an integrated Dante port for extension microphones and an option to add an external USB camera for rooms that require wider coverage. Multiple mounting options and remote management through Sennheiser Control Cockpit simplify integration into any space.

Sennheiser continues to develop solutions that are compatible with Microsoft Teams, aiming to provide users with exceptional meeting experiences. The TC Bars now appear on the Microsoft showcase page.