Marshall Launches Limited-Edition Jimi Hendrix Psychedelic Amplifier Collection
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Marshall has released a limited-edition line of amplifiers and cabinets in collaboration with the Jimi Hendrix estate, featuring purple psychedelic designs to commemorate 60 years since Hendrix and Marshall's partnership began in 1966. The collection includes the JTM45 and JMP50-watt heads, along with matching 4x12 cabinets, all adorned with Hendrix-inspired artwork. The collaboration celebrates the iconic relationship between the legendary guitarist and the British amp manufacturer, which started partly due to their shared surname.
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· 3 pulledLook at any photo of Jimi Hendrix performing, and you're sure to see a stack of Marshall amplifiers behind him.
It's a relationship that's central to the history of rock & roll, and one that began nearly by accident.
James Marshall Hendrix shared a similar name to Jim Marshall, the founder of the iconic British amp manufacturer.
The collection, marking 60 years since the start of Hendrix and Marshall's relationship, includes purple psychedelic designs and is up for preorder.
