Full testing of the Exosphere, formerly the MSG Sphere, is underway in Las Vegas, wowing onlookers with its reported resolution of 19,000x13,500 pixels.
The test took place on 1st July, constructed by Madison Square Garden Entertainment and reportedly costing $1.8 billion USD to construct.
The 112-metres hall venue was lit up for the first time, believed to be the largest screen in the world with a reported resolution of 19,000x13,500 pixels (1920x1080), covering an area more than 250 metres long. The screen will wrap up, over and behind the Exosphere’s stage for an immersive visual experience.
The Exosphere consists of approximately 1.2 million LED pucks, spaced eight-in apart. Each puck contains 48 individual LED diodes, with each diode capable of displaying 256 million different colours.
The Exosphere will also incorporate beam-forming technology to deliver an equally immersive audio experience, capable of delivering multiple audio streams to individual seats, with an infrasound haptic system using vibrations to allow guests to experience the sound through the sensation of touch.
Guy Barnett, SVP, brand strategy and creative development, Sphere Entertainment, said: “The Exosphere is more than a screen or a billboard – it is living architecture, and unlike anything that exists anywhere in the world. Last night’s show provided a glimpse of the Exosphere’s captivating power, and the possibilities for artists, partners, and brands to create compelling and impactful stories to connect with audiences in new ways.”
Inavate will be revealing more in-depth tech details as they emerge.