Immersive Entertainment Venues

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An Inside Look at the Audio System in the Las Vegas Sphere

Roman Sick is the CEO of Holoplot, the company tasked with designing the audio system at the MSG Sphere in Las Vegas. Watch as he gives viewers a behind-the-scenes perspective on the audio technology used in this game-changing new venue. :00 - Introduction :47 - Research and Development 2:21 - 3D Beamforming Technology 3:23 - Wavefield Synthesis 4:36 - Looking back at the project 5:29 - Will this change the entertainment industry?

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How Does Sphere Process High Resolution Media?

The MSG Sphere in Las Vegas features some of the highest resolution displays in the world. The interior screen features 16K high definition video, which requires a powerful network and robust processing technology. 7thSense was tasked with building an IP-based solution for these high resolution formats, re-designing their products to leverage cutting edge protocols like SMPTE 2110. Bryan Hinckley and Rich Brown take us behind the scenes to give us all the details.

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Behind the Screens: The LED at the Las Vegas Sphere

The interior and exterior LED screens at the MSG Sphere in Las Vegas are jaw-dropping. And the manufacturer behind that LED is Saco. We spoke with Jonathan Labbee and Yanick Fournier to learn more about the 16K by 16K interior screen, what went into the 1.2 million S-POK LED modules on the exterior and much more.

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The Future is Now: Technology in Spatial Design

Imagine walking through a historic site where, using an AR device, you can see how the space looked centuries ago. Or visiting a museum where AR brings exhibits to life, allowing you to interact with artefacts in ways that were previously impossible.

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The Technology Inside Sphere: A Panel with Holoplot and 7thSense

In this segment, hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard sit down with Michael Hlatky of Holoplot and Bryan Hinckley of 7thSense to discuss the technology behind the Sphere in Las Vegas. This interview dives into the innovative solutions and collaborative efforts that have brought this architectural marvel to life.

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The Technology Behind Sphere: A Panel Discussion at IC24

Sphere in Las Vegas has amazed audiences since it opened less than a year ago. Sam Phenix convenes a panel of experts at InfoComm 2024 to discuss the technology behind this groundbreaking new venue. Paul Breen, VP of Playback at Sphere Entertainment, Joshua Grow, Sr. VP of Studio Core Technology at Sphere Entertainment, Michael Hlatky, Head of Engineering at Holoplot, and Bryan Hinckley, CEO at 7thSense to talk about the challenges and solutions that were implemented to immerse audiences at Sphere.

Podcasts

A Uniquely Vegas Ex(sphere)ience | AV Reacts

In this episode of AV Reacts, the AV pros take a look at the Las Vegas phenomenon known as the Sphere. Leon Prather is joined by UCLA's Joe Way, Genevieve Cleary of Sound Connective, and AVIXA's Gibran Nassif.

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Unlocking the Potential of 8K Resolution

Dive into how 8K resolution is redefining the AV industry, from live broadcasting to digital signage. Explore the benefits, challenges, and applications of this cutting-edge technology, with actionable tips for professionals looking to adopt 8K solutions.