Tanglewood RVB2 Violin Bass - Vintage Sunburst

This second hand bass is in very good condiiton

Overview 

• Body / Construction: Semi-hollow “violin style” body, often made of basswood (or similar tonewood) with a maple top.

• Neck / Fingerboard: Maple neck, rosewood fingerboard. 

• Scale Length: 30.75″ (shorter scale) — this is a shorter / vintage scale, which gives a softer feel. 

• Frets: 20 frets.

• Pickups & Electronics: Typically comes with “mini-humbucker / humbucking” style or “toaster”-style pickups (some sources mention two humbuckers) along with a rhythm / solo switch and dual volume controls (with on/off switches) 

• Controls: Two volume knobs (one per pickup) and on/off toggle switches; also a rhythm/solo switch changing pickup gain/character.

• Hardware / Aesthetics: Chrome hardware, floating pickguard, vintage sunburst or black finishes, pearl or pearloid inlays and pickguard accents. 

In short: The Tanglewood violin bass is a retro / “Beatle bass” inspired instrument, designed to evoke the look and somewhat the tone of classic violin-shaped basses, but at a more accessible price point.

Strengths 

1. Vintage Vibe & Aesthetic Appeal
   For many, the visual charm is a major draw. That classic “Beatles / ’60s” look is compelling, and Tanglewood leans into that, with finishes and styling that evoke the era. 

2. Warm / Semi-Hollow Tone Character
   The semi-hollow body gives it more resonance than a solid body of similar build. You’ll get a somewhat woody, airy character with a gentle midrange thump, especially if you roll back tone. It won't be a modern “slammy” bass, but for vintage, classic rock, blues, or lower-gain settings it delivers a pleasant personality. 

3. Playable & Comfortable Scale
   The shorter 30.75″ scale makes the neck feel less stretched, which is helpful especially for players with smaller hands or those wanting a “vintage feel” more than modern tension.

Great For

• Beatles / retro tribute bands (visuals + tone)

• Jazz, blues or lower-gain genres

• Players wanting an unusual or eye-catching bass for light to moderate gigs

• Those who don’t mind modding or tweaking (setup, improving hardware, shielding)

The Tanglewood violin bass (especially in the RVB-2 family) is a niche, character instrument rather than a general-purpose workhorse. If you love the look and appreciate vintage tone,  it can be a delightful and unique bass to own.