Marshall has given the Acton III a striking Jimi Hendrix-themed exterior, while leaving its core audio hardware unchanged. The limited edition is designed as a visual tribute marking 60 years since Hendrix first used a Marshall amplifier.
The key distinction is therefore not a new sound profile or a more powerful driver system. Marshall Acton III Jimi Hendrix 60th Anniversary Edition retains the same speaker arrangement and technical specifications as the standard model.
Its audio system consists of one 30W woofer and two 15W tweeters. Marshall lists a frequency response of 45Hz to 20,000Hz and a maximum sound pressure level of 97 dB at one metre.
| Component | Specification | Additional detail |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1 x 30W woofer, 2 x 15W tweeters | Tweeters face outward |
| Frequency response | 45Hz–20,000Hz | Same as the standard model |
| Maximum sound pressure | 97 dB at 1 metre | — |
| Dimensions and weight | 260 x 170 x 150 mm, 2.85 kg | Compact home speaker format |
The two tweeters are directed outward and work with an updated waveguide design. This configuration is intended to broaden the sound field across a room.
Users can adjust bass and treble through analogue controls on the speaker itself. The same settings are also available through the Marshall Bluetooth application for iOS and Android devices.
A collector-focused redesign
The anniversary model uses an embossed textured velvet cabinet that sets it apart from the regular Acton III. Marshall selected the material in connection with Hendrix’s personal style, while the colour palette draws from his cosmic approach to art and music.
An “Eye of God” symbol is printed on the speaker’s side panel. That visual detail further positions the product as an item for Jimi Hendrix fans and collectors seeking a commemorative Marshall design.
Despite its special finish, the speaker remains a compact unit measuring 260 x 170 x 150 mm and weighing 2.85 kg. Its physical format therefore remains aligned with the standard Acton III rather than introducing a new category of product.
Wireless playback without Wi-Fi
Wireless connectivity is based on Bluetooth 5.2, with support for Auracast. The audio broadcast standard allows multiple compatible speakers or headphones to receive the same audio stream.
A 3.5 mm jack is also included for wired playback. However, the speaker does not include Wi-Fi or an internal microphone, keeping its role focused on home audio playback rather than voice control.
According to Gizmochina, the commemorative version uses PVC-free materials, 70% recycled plastic and fully vegan materials. Those material choices are combined with Marshall’s established classic speaker identity and the edition’s more distinctive visual treatment.
Marshall has not confirmed the price or availability of the Marshall Acton III Jimi Hendrix 60th Anniversary Edition. As a limited edition, those details will be central for buyers considering it as a collectible audio product.
