The Rivoli was in production in 1963 and 1964 (see shipping stats), but it was not listed in US price lists for these years. Presumably the bulk of early production was for the export market - the Rivoli was certainly more widely advertised by UK distributors Rosetti than it was in the US, and the instrument seems to have been more widely adopted by British acts than American.
Epiphone Rivoli pricing
USA zone 1 pricing
| Price list date |
Rivoli EB-232 |
Rivoli EB-232N |
Rivoli EB-232C |
|
July 1st 1965 Oct 1st 1966 Sept 1st 1967 June 1st 1968 |
$310 $360 $375 $425 |
$325 |
$375 $375 $425 |
UK pricing
| Price list date |
Rivoli EB-232 |
Rivoli EB-232N |
|
July 1963 advert Nov. 1964 advert 1966 Rosetti catalogue Aug. 1967 advert |
157 gns. 172 gns. 185 gns. 210 gns. |
194 gns. |
Original Advertising for the Rivoli Bass
Original advertisements featuring the Rivoli bass from 1963, '64, '66 and '67 respectively. All of these advertisements were published in UK music magazines, nothing (so far) from the United States. Click on them for a closer look.
RIVOLI BASS. all-electric, semi-acoustic. With the ultimate bass sound
This is the great bass: the pace-maker. Light to hold, easy to play, rich in tone. This is the bass.
Seen 'em on T.V. lately?
Epiphone Rivoli catalogue appearances
The Epiphone Rivoli appeared in three 1960s US Epiphone catalogues. Click through to see all the pages
1961 Epiphone catalog
1964 Epiphone catalog
1966 Epiphone catalogEpiphone Rivoli bass for sale
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1967 Epiphone EB-232 Rivoli Short Scale Electric Bass Sunburst !
Peckville, Pennsylvania, 184**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3395
The Vintage Reserve at Pristine Auctions is proud to present this awesome 1967 Epiphone Gibson EB-232 Rivoli Electric Bass Serial Number 068624. This is one of the coolest Vintage Basses we have ever encountered at our shop and it is so clean. This thing is honestly one the best sounding vintage basses we have ever had and it is ready for it next show or session in a recording studio. When you press the button, it just takes it to a whole different level of vintage sound. The low end ... more
Vintage 1964 Epiphone Rivoli Bass
Wantagh, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3300
Vintage 1964 Epiphone Gibson EBV232 Rivoli Electric Bass Serial Number 177 522
This rare Vintage Bass is in excellent condition
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The bass comes with a newer Epiphone hardshell case
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This rare Vintage Bass is in excellent condition
This Rivoli model remains one the best sounding vintage basses, which I used personally for many genres of performance and recording. This fine bass has been maintained over the years by master craftsman and maker David Segal or New York Bass Works.
The bass comes with a newer Epiphone hardshell case
Please note: This fine instrument will be sold ... more
Epiphone Rivoli EBV232 Vintage '63 Semi-Acoustic Electric Bass Made In Kalamazoo
Milano, 20***, ITALY
€2950
Epiphone Rivoli EBV232 Vintage Semi-Acoustic Bass . Qualche segno del tempo ma nessun problema strutturale, ottima la action e la suonabilità (c'è comunque margine e modo di personalizzarla come si desidera). Prodotto a Kalamazoo nel 1963 ed originale in ogni sua parte. Manca il suo battipenna ma si trovano ottime repliche anche su eBay
Suono notevole, vero vintage sound!!
Custodia rigida originale compresa
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Suono notevole, vero vintage sound!!
Custodia rigida originale compresa
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1967 EPIPHONE RIVOLI Bass Guitar - EB 232C in CHERRY with hard shell case
London, SW6***, UNITED KINGDOM
£4650
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1967 EPIPHONE RIVOLI Bass - EB 232C CHERRY
Incredibly clean, this exceptional condition Epiphone Rivoli was produced by Gibson in their Kalamazoo plant, after Gibson bought the brand in the late 1950s. Identical construction to a Gibson EB2, the only difference being the headstock design and inlays. In a solid 9 out of 10 condition, has a few tiny dings but overall it's in wonderful condition This Rivoli,... more
1967 EPIPHONE RIVOLI Bass - EB 232C CHERRY
Incredibly clean, this exceptional condition Epiphone Rivoli was produced by Gibson in their Kalamazoo plant, after Gibson bought the brand in the late 1950s. Identical construction to a Gibson EB2, the only difference being the headstock design and inlays. In a solid 9 out of 10 condition, has a few tiny dings but overall it's in wonderful condition This Rivoli,... more
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JC Comment left 12th September 2014 06:06:04 reply
Great Site and not sure if you may be interested. However, I own an Epiphone Rivoli (I think)bass guitar circa 59/62 totally unrestored and for it's age in reasonable condition. Any interest please get back to me. Regards John
Great Site and not sure if you may be interested. However, I own an Epiphone Rivoli (I think)bass guitar circa 59/62 totally unrestored and for it's age in reasonable condition. Any interest please get back to me. Regards John