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Marshall Puts a Psychedelic Spin on Its Classic Amps With Jimi Hendrix Collab

Rolling Stone·Jonathan Zavaleta·21 days ago
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The "Purple Haze"-inspired collection includes a half stack and pedal bundle, plus a Bluetooth home speaker If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Look 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. It’s that coincidence that, in part, sparked Hendrix’s interest, and kicked off a partnership in 1966 that spanned the entirety of his tragically short career. Now, to mark 60 years since Hendrix first plugged into a Marshall amp, the brand is releasing a limited-edition half stack and pedal, inspired by Hendrix’s “iconic sound and cosmic aesthetic,” per Marshall. The half stack features a swirling purple and black design.…

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