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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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In an interview featured on FlyGuitars, a photograph of Andy Fraser with an Epiphone Rivoli Bass is presented at the end of the article, providing visual confirmation of his use of this instrument.
Józef Skrzek played an Epiphone Rivoli Bass during his time with Breakout, Niemen, and in the early years of SBB, as shown in a user-uploaded photo.
In this photograph of Les Chadwick, he is seen holding an Epiphone Rivoli in a sunburst finish.
In this short documentary about the Mersey beat movement, from 8:10, Tony Jackson is seen playing his Epiphone Rivoli in a sunburst finish while recording "Sugar and Spice" in 1963. He used this bass live on many occasion, such as on "the Ed Sullivan Show" and the New Musical Express (NME) Poll-Winners' All-Star Concert in 1964.
In the YouTube video titled "Black Honey - Hello Today - Vevo dscvr (Live)" by VevoDSCVR, Tommy Taylor is clearly using an Epiphone Rivoli Bass. The bass can be distinctly seen at the 0:25 mark and is seen close up at the 1:51 mark.
In the video titled "The Turtles • 'Can I Get To Know You Better?' • 1966 [Reelin' In The Years Archive]" on YouTube, Chip Douglas can be seen using an Epiphone Rivoli Bass. This footage is provided by ReelinInTheYears66.
In a live performance of The Tremeloes in Beat Beat Beat, Chip Hawkes is seen playing an Epiphone Rivoli bass. The setlist of songs include a medley, of Here Comes My Baby, Silence is Golden, and many more. 1967 may be the last time we will see Chip with the Epiphone Rivoli as he would move to other basses like his Fender Precision or Harmony H22.
Throughout 1966, Trevor or Dozy would tour with an Epiphone Rivoli bass, as seen in the performance above. Throughout the time of the band's stay in Germany, appearing in both Beat Club and Beat Beat Beat, Trevor is seen playing his Epiphone Rivoli bass. The specifications of the bass seem simple, probably an early to mid-60s' model. Along with that, his bass is covered with stickers, best seen in their performance during Beat Club, through its close-ups.
This was Samwells main bass while in the Yardbirds. It's just about the only bass I've seen him use. In this video Billy Sheehan talks about how Samwell influenced his playing and plays the same bass as Samwell. You can also see him playing the bass in many photos with Yardbirds.
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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