The Insane Engineering Behind MSG Sphere Las Vegas

[@TheImpossibleBuild]

Are there any more sphere structures like this in the world?

[@rnovick]

No, this is the only one.

[@jeffs6090]

London wants to build one, very similar to this, perhaps a touch smaller. However, residents are making it very difficult since it would be near many neighborhoods.

[@SeekoGT]

Pretty sure Dubai is supposed to be building a giant "moon" similar to this.

[@zunimusica]

Yes, It's called Tijuana Cultural Center

[@tannerpaisley-ve6dq]

I thought it was going to be bigger. I just drove by on flamingo and stopped at the red light. It looks small in person

[@pablopaul6371]

Most exciting Vegas attraction in years!! One reason i love Vegas so much.

[@Xerrill]

It is truly mindblowing. My wife and I were on our way back home from grabbing dinner when they fired it up the first time. It was insane!

[@bobshagit-io8lq]

what a waste of money the money should have been spent on figuring out a new water source

[@handsomeblackmuscle9845]

​@@bobshagit-io8lq Or what if they double the budget, and make the sphere double the size?

[@bobshagit-io8lq]

@@handsomeblackmuscle9845 why not burn money for warmth?

[@handsomeblackmuscle9845]

@@bobshagit-io8lq Already did like Escobar 🇨🇴 💰

[@bobshagit-io8lq]

@@handsomeblackmuscle9845 k now you can drinkbleach the world will not miss you

[@mountain_toast]

We live about 12 miles from the Sphere, with a clear view of it at night. My daughter and I are always excited to see what's new on its screen.

[@EM-eb1lf]

As someone who works in the Audio Visual industry...this is absolutely AMAZING! I hope they have tours or a show planned during Infocomm next year. I'm definitely booking a trip and will want to see a show here.

[@rickdagrexican7351]

Same here on all counts

[@Nodiddy-ir3lj]

As someone who likes to say what I do for a living to try to justify my comment I agree

[@Shepardofman]

​​@DavidLopez-ir3lju nfortunately you have no notable traits or skills to add to make such a comment.

[@michaelhurley3171]

Dubai will build one bigger because that's what they do. In fact they'll build two of them next to each other so they can say they have the biggest balls!😅

[@EM-eb1lf]

@michaelhurley3171 lol....true

[@wildemthefem5773]

Wow. I’ve had zero desire to go to Las Vegas until now. Seeing a show here would be worth the trip.

[@Moreno6000]

a ticket cost about 500 dollars. I checked upcoming shows and its definitely not cheap. But youre right this would be worth it

[@elisaacello592]

I just said the same thing! Must go now!!!❤🤩

[@mset510]

And I got to watch them build it cuz I'm a cabdriver here and drive past this numerous times each day. It's EPIC!

[@StarClay666]

What picture do they have on the sphere usually? Do they change it everyday, multiple times a day or do they mostly just keep one picture over it when nothing special is happening?

[@mset510]

@StarClay666 during the day they are usually still just testing a few colors and/or patterns so it's nothing like pictures or video but at night they've been displaying various pics n vids

[@rnovick]

@@StarClay666 It is continually changing, so if you're driving within eyesite of the Sphere, don't take your eyes off the road for more than a half second or you'll likely run into the vehicle in front of you, who has stopped to look.

[@hawkwind769]

That's cool as fuck dude😮

[@rizkyadiyanto7922]

​@@rnovickso its a dangerous building. they should shut it off.

[@diyhometheaterguy]

I would love to go to Vegas just to see this. Truly amazing!

[@haroldmessinger1]

Saw U2 there last week. Exceeded every expectation. Mind blowing. Thanks for the video

[@rogelioafable6348]

I was there this month and so amazed how this structure was build. Went to see the Sphere in the morning and went back in the evening to take video of the incredible visual effects. I'll be back in Vegas in November to watch a show and experience the awesomeness of the Sphere.

[@richards.mchardy3556]

I am proud to be one of the tradesmen that helped build it

[@eSKAone-]

How many pixels has the outside? Millions sounds great, but any 4K display has 8 million pixels.

[@BlueStar-zy9mn]

@@eSKAone- Just count them when you go

[@andrea.2102]

Respect

[@dhalsim-1]

How much will dismantling cost in 5yrs time?

[@191082fylhtq]

👌👌

[@ahabschmidt4710]

Can you imagine if they play the movie Interstellar in here? The wormhole scene would be insane

[@IAMHIM13-iy9od]

Imagine the glory hole on this sphere

[@raeofsunshine1514]

I was thinking the same thing! It would be incredible!

[@LiLGouda.]

Let's start a petition 😂 I would pay good money to see that.

[@wardamn3agle]

Everyone would be asleep from that boring ass movie

[@castconnex]

Very proud to have played a role in the design and construction of this venue.

[@silver10188]

what was it?

[@castconnex]

@@silver10188 We engineered and provided connection nodes for the exosphere structure (in addition to other key structural components on the exterior and interior of the structure). See how the exosphere nodes were made here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKfOoWiKlqeLrq8

[@randomaxe662]

A roll? Like sourdough? Oh, a role...

[@TheKurtsPlaceChannel]

What a masterpiece and a beautiful build too. Thanks for posting this as well. Have a nice day.

[@j.t.5826]

Ive been back and forth to Vegas past year and can say they built this thing fast. Its amazing what people can built. Can you imaginr if the human race cooperated together. We could do so much....

[@sethc4758]

they started construction in 2019, its taken over 4 years to complete. by no means the fastest something has been built in the vegas valley. its taken almost as long as the hoover dam, which is truly one of the biggest engineering marvels in human history. the 44 story, 1.25 million sq ft circa hotel and casino was started late 2018, both were announced about the same time and Circa was completed and opened 3 years ago in 2020 and it's almost three times the size of msg sphere. msg is one impressive building nonetheless, just wasn't built near as quickly as non-locals might assume.

[@Shepardofman]

​@sethc4758 this is a massive and extremely high tech venue. 5 years is the blink of an eye for a structure of this nature.

[@rizkyadiyanto7922]

​@@sethc4758chineses build things faster than those.

[@tankhalffull]

Tickets in-hand for next week! Can't wait!

[@rayhankamer864]

truly unbelievable and it will inspire unprecedented travel from all over the world to Las Vegas

[@RoySATX]

Stunning. I've been hoping one day in my lifetime technology would catch up to imagination and it appears close, and on a grand scale. The sphere officially opens on Sept 29th of 2023 with a U2 concert. Coincidentally, my 59th birthday is on the 28th of Sept, Hint, hint, Vegas!

[@bobbybristow7879]

Can you imagine being the architect and engineering team on this? Not to mention the people who actually make shit happen. Like the brilliant buildings tradesmen/women who put the blood sweat and tears. To amaze the masses. Shout out to my union workers. #ironworkersloc86

[@mareksykora779]

Just another Colosseum. Ask Rome 20 centuries ago.

[@PhilFeedback]

I’d love to see U2 at sphere in Las Vegas

[@markparrott4819]

I just happened to look out a window in a recent flyover to Southern California. Spectacular!

[@jamminj8822]

As I visited over the years... watching the sphere being built... i was unimpressed... ok, a big ball with lights. Holy Moly, now I can't wait to get in there to see this technological marvel!!

[@crazyone61]

We'll be there this December for the U2 show, can't wait to see the inside of this incredible structure!

[@noahziegler3478]

Sorry you have to put up with U2 to experience this amazing venue

[@noahziegler3478]

@@tyleranderson3558 personal preference but they are terrible

[@fintan9218]

@@tyleranderson3558 they have a reputation of being a band mainly older women like, and Bono the lead singer is not well liked. Personally i dont hate some of their older stuff before they became generic mom rock, but never loved anything. Obviously music/art is subjective, and just opinion. Im sure there will be tons of concerts there. Seems like really cool venue and the outside is amazing.

[@haitolawrence5986]

Bozo will deliver a lecture about the climate crisis fantasy inside the 2.4 billion dollar structure! 🤣

[@MH-ev3wr]

@@haitolawrence5986Broflake the climate change denier is triggered, LOL. Make me so happy.

[@stevenk0077]

We’re going to the Sphere in October for the U2 concert. I’m a little concerned after getting an email from Ticketmaster that the level 1 sec 105 seats are under the level above and tho great view of the stage, only partial view of the massive video display behind and above. We had only 1 week to decide on a refund but we’ll go and hope for the best! And the last time I saw U2 was in 1984 in Toronto so I’m due again! 💚

[@alexgataric]

I'm seeing U2 Oct 2th and Postcard from Earth as well. I can't wait to see all this tech myself.

[@JesTVIOandM]

Sounds like you’re there for U2 and not as a Sphere tourist so I’m sure it will be awesome! I feel like I’d be happy close to the stage to focus on the band and the music! I saw them in the 80s too and I’m so excited. I know U2 will design an immersive/connected experience but I don’t want the visuals and spectacle of it all to distract me from the music. That’s where the power and soul is. Can you imagine 40 years ago… “you’re too close to the stage, do you want a refund?” 😂 Enjoy!

[@STORM3SHADOW]

Will actually be in Vegas next month for a wedding. Cant wait to check the Sphere out! What a marvel!

[@WillKruger]

Amazing!

[@stevensprunger3422]

My son is a worker on that project he goes way up on top of the dome and he’s installing the LEDs at the juncture points of a geodesic dome I don’t get enough time to talk to him he’s working there full-time he lives there now but this particular video was very informative for me there’s no way he could’ve explain all this to me he explains the part he works on he goes up way high up there I couldn’t do what he does he’s a mountain climber he knows all the ropes I could I don’t I’m afraid of heights but I think he makes a lot of money I don’t even know how much he makes this video was fascinating like I said I didn’t know this much about it

[@mztweety1374]

That is the most terrifying thumbnail I have ever seen

[@The-Imaginator]

That’s phenomenal and mind blowing! I hope to go and see that in Las Vegas someday.

[@DorianGray-hn9nr]

Will be there for U2 in a couple of weeks. Looks amazing.

[@CeeJai_K]

I live in Vegas and it is beautiful to drive by at night.

[@phxsunsfaninsd]

We drove to the top of the Venetian’s parking garage to watch it. The view is so much better than at street level and you’re not backing up traffic like everyone else is.

[@merovingian688]

They’re about to revolutionize the concert experience. A concert with the new encompassing visual experience

[@jayc149]

This is Bucket List level stuff. I have 5 VIP's to their first show for my wife and 3 adult children. It will be the first time I could take my entire family to see U2. This venue is likely going to blow our minds. The 8K format from the previous tour was pretty mind blowing, but the sphere is going to be to Las Vegas as the Colosseum is to Rome. PS: I wish Larry a speedy recovery! Its not quite the same without him.

[@raeofsunshine1514]

My dad helped with the construction!! 🥰

[@DougSnyder-d9z]

cannot wait to see it. headed to see U2 and the Planet Earth show the following night

[@suthie1953]

This place is truly nuts! Well done 👏👏👏

[@Psycandy]

01:26 when you say '4D' what you mean is sensory. It is, in fact, 2D, so you're two dimensions off. And it's not a sphere, it's a hemisphere. 04:23 stop saying 4D! These are 'special effects' in film vernacular, but the screen will remain, resolutely, two-dimensional, hence your 16K x 16K (note the two dimensions) spec. 16K x 16K is 256 megapixel, btw.

[@chrismeadows0199]

Great video thanks for sharing.

[@skyyblue63]

We were just in Vegas and every morning we looking out are window it would look a different color every morning we had an awesome view of the strip and off to the right of our hotel from the 27th floor we could see it every morning can't wait to go back to Vegas❤

[@kwisclubta7175]

Apparently you never learned about periods.

[@thequizportal]

This looks insane. Can’t wait to go back to vegas

[@susiemitchell1198]

I would LOVE to see it!

[@brokentombot]

5:14 Narrator looks up at the Moon: It's a full Humpty Dumpty tonight! (get out more)

[@Digital_Ninja279]

The eyeball one made me think "Prisoner Zero has escaped!"

[@midnightrambler8065]

I want the sphere to turn into a meat ball 😂

[@Voluntia]

I would like sphere to display south end of strip 24/7. No need to leave north end. Got amazing Resort World and all. By the way resort world has small ball!

[@Expressionistix]

I want it to turn into a fireball and pull a vanishing act right after.

[@mrtunapie6653]

Let me guess,, you typed that comment while waiting for dinner?! 😂😂

[@Buzzmonkey24]

my thinking as Florida has the Guitar Hotel and Now there are plans to bring the Guitar Hotel to Vegas . Its just a matter of time when the Sphere comes to Florida .

[@pfpchad2747]

WOW! This is due to become one of the wonders of the world.

[@mike_lupriger]

super informative!! keep 'em coming TIB❤🙏

[@thomasmoroney1079]

Pink Floyd would’ve LOVED this venue 🥲

[@delawareresident3744]

1000% That's the first thing I thought. Can you imagine seeing Floyd at this wonder of the world! Damn....

[@cletustollery6914]

My daughter and a few coworkers recently got back from a symposium in Vegas and went to the U2 concert. She said "It was a pretty cool place and thing to do, but I'd never paid that for the tickets". DAMN, I love that kiddo and Midwest values! This coming from a girl that has bought Steeler tickets in lieu of a Fla trip with Mom! Also has a masters in nursing and a few specialty certs. She's kinda outdone me!

[@cjack202003]

If a movie is being played in IMAX, they should have the option to view it at the MSG Sphere too.

[@germas5738]

At last a true new Wonder of the World, just like ancient times

[@Expressionistix]

If you can call a round billboard a wonder of the world. Just wait until they aren’t bringing enough money in the ball will have a huge Budweiser ad on it.

[@germas5738]

@@Expressionistix Capitalism = bad, okay commie 😂

[@vigo894]

The Pyramids were not built with slave labor. A slave would not have the talent to build things like that. They were built by professional masons and architects.

[@daveotuwa5596]

I live in Las Vegas. I don't have to fly to go inside the littest theatre ever fabricated! PUN INTENDED.💡

[@davewilkirson2320]

It's Las Vegas folks. Expect anything. I was there New Years Eve 2022-2023. Amazing city.

[@dannydanix8698]

This is more like the 8th Wonder of the World. Does that sound like an exaggeration? the color is so immersive, just unbelievable graphics, the sharpness of the color is truly mesmerizing, jaw-dropping graphics. Watching it from a distance inside my car, I was amazed because I didn't expect it to be lit "sooo lit". Then boom they turned it OFF, I guess still doing some tests?

[@rtroyer8963]

Beats the heck out of Fremont Street!

[@mrradio2187]

Freakmont is currently preparing for a total 3D makeover mate. You ain't seen nothing yet, VEGAS is totally insane!

[@nicholasklangos9704]

Buckminster Fuller would be proud!!

[@Myamericanlife61]

Never been to Vegas but this looks like a must see even at 62 I am still into technology I love this kind of stuff

[@amknick]

My favorite line “they used pi to calculate things” 🤣

[@JP-rf7px]

Yeah. One slice of pizza pie at the snack bar is $13!!! Soft drinks are $7.

[@stuckcamping]

Are there complimentary barf bags at the door?

[@jordanjcd]

The upkeep on this will be a nightmare

[@DiegoGomez-pk5tg]

Not with the ticket prices

[@Voluntia]

All I gotta say is , "Eat your heart out, Dubai."

[@DemarcusQ]

Vegas has potential to be the next Dubai 🤩 on a smaller scale of course.

[@MegaLive05]

Mükemmel! Yanında bakmak isterdim.

[@JohnnyJitsu11]

I was in here for 5 years! If the outside amazes you, just wait till you FEEL, SEE AND HEAR THE INSIDE!

[@alex-sd]

This is entertainment technology taken to the nth degree! Crazy!

[@JonathanPong]

The inevitable Windows desktop error message will be a sight to see.

[@harveycotton5185]

Wow i'd love to see The Who there they are amazing in a normal venue !

[@arcanthony4555]

Every new resort should have "light entertainment" of some sort designed into the structure. Light the strip up like Fremont Street minus the canopy.

[@niteboatermusic]

just back from the Venetian - didnt see it light up - yet! This thing looks crazy and hats off to the engineers and construction crew for bringing this into existence. What will this sound like compared to the Stones at the Rose Bowl, or the Who at the Hollywood Bowl?

[@josephfrank1472]

The Sphere in Burbank when they were building it we had the Santa Winds go through and they had just put the white plastic around it and the winds blew it all off!

[@gabrielbarnes6657]

seeing this thing from very far away was so weird, it’s your normal strip skyline and then a bright ass ball of light. vegas locals anyone?

[@calpsy]

Ive front row tickets on the 1st level for one of the 1st U2 gigs !!!! CANNOT wait !!

[@John-vh3ig]

This Sphere needs its own power plant!

[@mrradio2187]

Di lithium crystals! All ahead warp speed!

[@MHrrs78]

It's an energy parasite for sure. But they will rob taxpayer dollars to subsidize some solar boondoggle in the desert and lie about it being run on "clean" energy.

[@TomCreighton-j1d]

Cmon Pink Floyd! One last gig. This is definitely the place for it!

[@mrradio2187]

The next mega engineering marvel will be to make the Sphere fully anti-gravitational and float it down the strip. We can do this thanks to the magical properties of mono sodium glutamate (MSG)

[@randomaxe662]

I think you mean LSD.

[@JP-rf7px]

Enough vodka could have the same effect!

[@matucci4094]

Great video thanks!

[@RFToob]

Awesome Sphere. They should program old VINTAGE Vegas neons! and perhaps a Snow Globe in the hot summer. Who do I talk to to do this? Cheers!

[@kitzthekat7977]

Hi, I'm the lead programmer at MSG SphereStudios. Just to let you know I will be stealing your idea, and pretend I came up with it. Cheers!

[@amigos786]

@@kitzthekat7977sorry to say I already implemented the idea

[@ChengHooSew]

This is where Tidus will be playing Blitzball

[@erhman2004]

I plan on being at CES in January. I will probably see if from the outside. Getting on the inside? I'll have to max-out a credit card!

[@fjalbout]

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[@appletree5955]

Watching a movie in this thing TRANSFORMERS Would be awesome

[@MALGORZATAMIROSLAWAKIM]

Wanderful big change

[@simaximillian5082]

so basically its a cinema 180 on steroids. love it.

[@Golde91]

They even used Pi! 😮

[@mossamossajr4230]

It look super nice ❤

[@NexxZt]

But, but... Why tf would people use VR headsets inside the cube? You mentioned it like two times. That completely removes the experience.

[@robertrickman3531]

Can you imagine Flying into Vegas and having that thing WATCH Your Plane as it approaches..?

[@jennifergarrison4995]

Omg!! I have tickets for U2 October and for the other event Post Card From Earth❤

[@merovingian688]

The ultimate EDC experience

[@anthonycardenas4616]

GET COLDPLAY THERE ASAP!!

[@EverydayDesigner]

As an architect that thing is dope

[@maemilev]

Must be fun being the financial controller managing it.

[@martinl2930]

PLEASE DO THE DEATHSTAR

[@FMFvideos]

Thats one big ball!

[@codetech5598]

Flat Earthers are getting nervous.

[@charlenemariecoraninmemory5130]

U2 ruined my expectations

[@vbjoker]

In Vegas right now. It’s so bright during the day. The crazy part is, it’s 114 f right now and the thing hasn’t burned down haha. But to be honest it’s not as big as it seems.

[@mindlessman5233]

Can’t help but wonder what ingenuity and innovation this will spawn for a place like Dubai.

[@cpcattin]

Comparatively few tourists will visit Dubai. Las Vegas is affordable and attractive to a broad audience; Dubai is not.

[@GudieveNing]

Looking forward to seeing the first Bond or Mission Impossible movie where 007 or Ethan Hunt are fighting with a bad guy whilst on the top curve or abseiling down the outside as video images plays on the sphere behind the actors.

[@johnm3067]

AWSOME!