Marshall x Jimi Hendrix: Purple Haze Hardware
Marshall launches three Hendrix-branded pieces — Major V headphones, Emberton III speaker and JMH Studio amp — each with a unique oil-on-water purple finish.
Jimi Hendrix — Marshall expanded its 60th‑anniversary hardware range with three limited‑edition products on 2026-08-25, aimed at collectors and players who want Hendrix-inspired tone and style.
The drop includes a Hendrix edition of the Major V foldable on‑ear headphones, an Emberton III portable speaker in the same purple-and-black palette, and a compact JMH Studio amp. Each item uses a swirling oil-on-water purple and black finish across key surfaces so no two pieces look identical.
What’s new
- Major V Hendrix edition headphones — branded on the inner headband; ear cups carry the oil-on-water purple and black finish. Priced at $159.99/£129.99.
- Emberton III Hendrix edition speaker — portable Emberton III treated to the purple scheme, with purple LEDs and a silver all‑seeing eye on top. Its silicone sleeve is hand‑dipped using a water transfer print so each unit is unique. Priced at $179.99/£149.99.
- Studio JMH Half Stack Hendrix edition amp — a portable JMH Studio amp in plywood wrapped in black Tolex, with silver beading around the dials, logo, handle, grille and back panel; voiced to deliver expressive cleans and bluesy textures. Priced at $2499.99/£1749.99.
Janie Hendrix, President and CEO of Experience Hendrix and sister of the iconic guitarist, summed up the spirit behind the collaboration:
"Jimi was always searching for a sound that did not yet exist,"which underscores why the range leans as much on visual identity and collectible appeal as on tone.
Why a music fan should care
These releases sit where aesthetics and practice gear meet. The Major V gives a wearable nod to the Hendrix anniversary while remaining a mainstream headphone option; the Emberton III is a portable speaker with boutique finishwork; and the JMH Studio amp offers players a compact amp with naming and cosmetics tied to Hendrix’s legacy. For collectors of artist collaborations or players after a Hendrix‑themed rig, this trio bundles playable hardware with visible provenance.
All three products are available direct from the official Marshall website at the prices listed above.
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