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Follow conversations with ease using Spatial Audio in Microsoft Teams

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Aug 01, 2023
Microsoft released spatial audio for Teams to improve communication and reduce meeting fatigue in audio and video conferences. Spatial audio aims to mimic an in-person conversation by spatially separ...
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Nov 16, 2023

Hi Chris_TenAV, please find the officially certified stereo speakers compatible with MTR on Windows spatial audio here Teams Rooms certified systems and peripherals - Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Learn. Currently, the Q-SYS bundle stands as the sole certified option, with additional speaker certifications slated for the future. The spatial audio feature should be turned ON automatically when an MTR on Windows device connects to any stereo-capable speakers AND an IT admin applies "True" to the XML setting. To ensure optimal sound quality, it's essential to note that while spatial audio is designed to activate automatically, the best results are achieved with certified speakers.
This documentation includes additional details, especially on the XML setting. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoftteams/rooms/manage-front-row#spatial-audio-on-front-row-. Regarding the left and right speaker configuration, please follow your speaker OEM's guidelines.