Epiphone Viola Bass - Vintage Sunburst

The Epiphone Viola Bass Guitar – Vintage Sunburst is pure vintage charm in bass form. Inspired by the iconic violin-style basses of the ‘60s, it brings that unmistakable short-scale thump, woody warmth, and effortless playability that just feels right the moment you pick it up.

The hollowbody construction is a huge part of the story here. It gives the Viola Bass that rounded, resonant low end and a slightly airy character that sits beautifully in a mix — never overpowering, always musical. It’s the kind of tone that supports a band rather than fighting for space.

With its short 30.5" scale length, everything feels more relaxed under the fingers. Fretting is easier, stretches are smaller, and there’s a softness to the overall feel that makes it incredibly comfortable — whether you’re playing long sessions or just picking it up for a quick run-through.

The mini humbuckers add clarity and definition to that warm foundation. You get a nice balance of smooth lows, present mids, and just enough top-end detail to keep things articulate. It’s a tone that works especially well in classic rock, indie, folk, and vintage-inspired styles.

Visually, it’s all about that Vintage Sunburst finish paired with the classic violin body shape — instantly recognisable, and always a bit of a head-turner.

Controls are straightforward and effective, with independent volume knobs and a master tone, letting you blend pickups and shape your sound quickly without overthinking it.

This is one of those basses that changes how you play slightly — in a good way. It encourages groove, feel, and musicality.

Features

• Epiphone Viola Bass Guitar – Vintage Sunburst

• Hollowbody violin-style design for warm, resonant tone

• Short scale length (30.5") for easy playability

• Dual mini humbucker pickups for clear, balanced sound

• Smooth low end with warm mids and defined highs

• Independent volume controls and master tone

• Lightweight and comfortable to play

• Classic vintage styling with sunburst finish

• Ideal for rock, indie, folk and retro-inspired music

Specifications

Body & Neck

• Body: maple

• Neck: maple

• Neck Joint: set-glued

• Scale: 30.5”

• Fingerboard: dot inlays

• Nut: 1.65”

Hardware & Electronics

• Neck Pickup: NYR mini humbucker

• Bridge Pickup: NYT mini humbucker

• Hardware: Nickel

• Controls: Neck volume, Bridge volume, Master Tone

• Bridge: compensated saddle