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Description
The Epiphone Rivoli was a semi-hollowbody electric bass guitar designed by Gibson and built by Epiphone in Kalamazoo, Michigan from 1959 until 1970. From 1993 until 1999, the model was reissued as a part of the Korean-Japanese Epiphone line.
Product specs
| Brand | Epiphone |
| Model | Rivoli EBV232 |
| Year | 1962 - 1970 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | 4-String Basses |
| Active / Passive Pickups | Passive Pickups |
| Active Preamp | No Preamp |
| Body Material | Maple |
| Body Shape | Double Cutaway |
| Color Family | Red, Tan |
| Finish Pattern | Sunburst |
| Finish Style | Gloss |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Model Family | Epiphone Rivoli |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Number of Frets | 20 |
| Number of Strings | 4-String |
| Nut Width | 1.65" |
| Pickup Configuration | HS |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
FAQs
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What is the neck profile of the Epiphone Rivoli Bass like?
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The Epiphone Rivoli Bass features a comfortable neck profile made of mahogany, providing a smooth playing experience suitable for both beginners and experienced players.
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What kind of sound can I expect from the Epiphone Rivoli Bass?
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With its passive pickup configuration and maple body, the Epiphone Rivoli Bass delivers a warm, vintage tone ideal for rock and blues genres.
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Is the Epiphone Rivoli Bass suitable for live performances?
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Yes, the Epiphone Rivoli Bass is well-suited for live performances, offering a rich, full sound and a classic look that stands out on stage.
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How many frets does the Epiphone Rivoli Bass have?
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The Epiphone Rivoli Bass comes with 20 frets, allowing for a wide range of notes and versatility in playing styles.
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Does the Epiphone Rivoli Bass have active electronics?
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No, the Epiphone Rivoli Bass is equipped with passive pickups and does not feature an active preamp, contributing to its classic tonal character.
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Vintage 'n' Rare Guitars
1964 Epiphone Rivoli
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Seen in 2021's Get Back Documentary Part 2. Paul's Epiphone Rivoli shows up along side his other basses when he tries out his Rickenbacker Bass
1960's model
In this article that discusses the process of making O'Brien's debut solo album, "Earth", he shows the instruments that he used to record the album.
One of them is Epiphone Rivoli semi-hollow bass guitar. Ed says this about the instrument:
I played my 1964 Epiphone bass with a single pickup, which sounds really dubby, fat and thick.
Can be seen playing an Epiphone Rivoli bass here, and likely used it on Lullabies to Paralyze and Era Vulgaris when Troy played bass.
Ca. 1964, as the High Numbers at the Scene Club, John with early Marshall 4x12 and sunburst Epiphone Rivoli semi-acoustic bass.
In the music video for "Just Like Heaven," Simon can be seen playing an Epiphone Rivoli bass in black. The headstock shape confirms it is the Epiphone, rather than a Gibson EB-2, or the custom Dick Knight bass that Simon sported later.
This is an old, all original collectors item that Yamaha got me for my birthday several years ago, when they found out I was looking for one. It's one of my most valued instruments.
"I have a wonderful Epiphone Rivoli and, with the same sound, a Gibson EB2 (that one I found in Austin, painted like a confederate flag, so I refer to it as "Billie Bob Bass") which are very useful for certain types of tracks. I don't remember every instance I've used them, but a bit on Paula Cole's album, KMax's album, Peter Gabriel's upcoming (if those tracks make it to the record) and on a couple of tracks on my new "Pieces" cd."
in the music video for "London calling" you can see paul simonon playing an epiphone rivoli most notably at 0:23 . you can tell its an epiphone because it has an arch on the head instead of gibsons singular rounded head
Album Usage
The Epiphone Rivoli Bass has been featured on the following albums:
The Bucket List
Tony Levin & Phil Keaggy & Jerry Marotta (2022)
Earth
Ed O'Brien (2020)
Colours to Life / Shelter Song
Temples (2013)
All or Nothing
The Small Faces (2011)
Era Vulgaris
Queens of the Stone Age (2007)
Resonator
Tony Levin (2006)
Lullabies To Paralyze
Queens of the Stone Age (2005)
Pieces Of The Sun
Tony Levin (2002)
Simples De Coração
Engenheiros do Hawaii (1995)
London Calling (Remastered)
The Clash (1979)
Sugar and Spice
The Searchers (1963)
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