Entertainment · Music · published 2026-08-25 · via Rolling Stone

Marshall Unveils Second Jimi Hendrix Tribute Audio Line Featuring Purple Haze Design

Marshall is releasing a new batch of Jimi Hendrix-inspired audio gear, including the Major V headphones and Emberton III speaker, both decorated with a purple-and-black swirl pattern. The collection marks 60 years since Hendrix first used a Marshall amplifier, and the devices play snippets of his songs as power and connection cues. The headphones cost $180, the speaker $160, with a portable studio amplifier also due on Sept. 9.

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The new release follows an initial May drop that included a half-stack amplifier and a home Bluetooth speaker, shifting focus now to portable gear. The headphones and speaker carry a purple-and-black swirl design, with the speaker featuring an eye motif on its playback button. Audio cues drawn from Hendrix recordings signal power-up and connection events.

Janie Hendrix, the guitarist's sister, collaborated on the design and noted the natural fit between her brother's music and Marshall amplification. The company has also issued artist collaborations this year with the Sex Pistols and Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong. A portable studio amplifier completes this release, arriving Sept. 9.

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This release could appeal to both devoted Hendrix fans and younger consumers drawn to the visual design and brand heritage. The integration of song snippets as device cues may deepen emotional connection

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