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Key Takeaways

• Jimi Hendrix’s Gear: Hendrix’s iconic sound was often produced using Marshall amplifiers, particularly the Super Lead 100W.
• Marshall Partnership: The collaboration between Marshall and Hendrix lasted until his death in 1970, showcasing his personal gear at the Museum of Pop Culture.
• Anniversary Collection: Marshall launched a special collection to celebrate Hendrix’s legacy, including a Bluetooth speaker and apparel.
• Unique Features: The Acton III speaker features soundbites from Hendrix’s songs and is designed with a textured purple finish.

Jimi Hendrix had a sound like no other, expertly crafted and honed throughout his career. His trusted setup for some of the most iconic moments in music history, from the Monterey Pop Festival to Woodstock, often included Marshall products, namely the Super Lead 100W, his main live amplifier from 1969 to 1970, and the Marshall JTM45/100 introduced in 1965.

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In fact, you can still view his personal Marshall gear that survived through some of his greatest performances at the Museum of Pop Culture in his hometown of Seattle. Marshall and Hendrix had an informal partnership for many years up until his death in 1970.

In celebration of his 60-year connection to the brand, Marshall launched a Hendrix-inspired line reminiscent of the singer’s 1967 track “Purple Haze.” The launch includes an Acton III Bluetooth speaker for $299.99, two tees (both $49.99) and a replica of Hendrix’s famed amplifier setup with a Fuzz Face pedal for preorder. The collection is available to shop now on Marshall’s website.

Acton III Marshall x Hendrix 60th Anniversary Edition Speaker

The look of this special Acton III Bluetooth speaker was based on Hendrix’s style, with hints of purple velvet and silver accents. The unique exterior coincides with other pieces in the collection for a cohesive look.

The styling of the 60th anniversary Acton III Bluetooth speaker was inspired by Hendrix’s love of velvet, silver jewelry and science fiction, according to Marshall. Best used for casual listening, the mini-speaker is coated in textured purple crushed velvet, with a silver control panel featuring purple knobs and funky purple LED lights. The Acton III even uses soundbites from Hendrix’s songs as audio cues when turning the speaker on or connecting to a device.

The compact model features Bluetooth connectivity and analog controls for adjusting bass or treble to your liking. In addition, Marshall utilizes its own “Dynamic Loudness,” a setting that is used to balance out your speaker’s tonal sound at all volume levels. This ensures that your audio sounds full and impactful regardless of volume. We’d suggest this speaker to those seeking something compact with premium and robust sound.

Marshall x Hendrix Legacy Forever Tee

This collection features two tees in coordinating colors. The black tee features swirling graphics on the front creating a dizzying effect.

Marshall x Hendrix Cosmic Tee

<pclass=c-dek umargin-t050lrvc.text-align-leftSimilar to the other design this Cosmic tee comes in black with purple graphics on the front.Hendrix utilized a lot of eye and sun motifs throughout his career usually symbolizing rebirth and spiritual enlightenment.