Marshall x Hendrix: A Cosmic Sound Reunion

Marshall and the estate of Jimi Hendrix have launched a limited-edition collection sixty years after the legendary guitarist first used a Marshall amplifier. This collaboration commemorates their significant relationship in rock music history.

The Marshall x Hendrix 60th Anniversary Collection includes three distinct pieces. A redesigned Acton III Bluetooth speaker, the 1959 JMH Half Stack amplifier, and a limited-edition Fuzz Face distortion pedal are now available. Each item is inspired by Hendrix's visual aesthetic, incorporating elements like crushed velvet, cosmic imagery, and a psychedelic color palette.

The Acton III speaker is a Bluetooth model featuring a crushed velvet exterior, silver accents, and purple lighting. It plays a custom instrumental version of "Have You Ever Been (To Electric Ladyland)" upon activation, a track from The Jimi Hendrix Experience deluxe box set.

The centerpiece is the 1959 JMH Half Stack, a hand-built amplifier that meticulously replicates Hendrix's personal setup. This includes the 1959 Handwired Head and 1960 AJMH 4x12 Handwired Angled Cabinet. Both are constructed with premium plywood and wrapped in black Tolex, featuring a distinctive black-and-purple swirl design.

Silver detailing on the amplifier stack, including knobs, handles, and logos, pays homage to the jewelry Hendrix wore onstage. An "all-seeing eye" badge, a recurring symbol in Hendrix's work, also adorns the collection pieces. A companion short film follows guitarist Zach Person's journey to Seattle, Hendrix's birthplace, before showcasing the amplifier's capabilities.

Additionally, a limited-edition Fuzz Face Distortion pedal, produced by Dunlop, complements the half stack. It sports the same oil-on-water swirl design and is engineered to recreate Hendrix's signature tones. Marshall co-founder Terry Marshall reflected on the profound impact of Hendrix's partnership with the brand, noting how the guitarist elevated the company's profile and inspired many musicians.