Rickenbacker
Everything published on Viyolens under Rickenbacker — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Best Rickenbackers for the Money
No fake shoot-outs or invented scores here, just a straight breakdown of which Rickenbacker earns its keep for which job, and which one to skip.
Common Rickenbacker Electric Bass Mistakes to Avoid
The honest list of mistakes owners and buyers most often make with a Rickenbacker electric bass, and how to sidestep them.
Rickenbacker Electric Bass for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A warm, no-pressure introduction to the Rickenbacker electric bass for anyone making it one of their first instruments.
Rickenbacker Electric Bass: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Everything worth knowing before you buy a Rickenbacker electric bass, from 4003 vs 4003S to what to check on a used example.
Rickenbacker Explained: Features, Types and Tips
That chiming, slightly compressed tone on a hundred classic records has a name: Rickenbacker. Here's the history, the models and the sound behind it, in plain terms.
Rickenbacker for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Wondering if a Rickenbacker can really be your first proper instrument? Here's a calm, encouraging walkthrough of what to expect and how to settle in.
Common Rickenbacker Mistakes to Avoid
Most Rickenbacker problems aren't faults at all, they're avoidable mistakes from treating the instrument like a Fender or Gibson. Here's what to watch for.
12 String Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
That shimmering, chorus-like sound has graced folk, blues and rock recordings for over a century — here's how the 12-string guitar actually works and why it sounds the way it does.
The Best Rickenbacker Electric Bass for the Money
There's no single best Rickenbacker electric bass, just the model built for how you actually play. Here's how to pick the right one.
Rickenbacker: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Rickenbacker doesn't follow the usual Fender-and-Gibson script, so here's exactly which specs matter and what to check, whether you're buying new or used.
The Ultimate Guide to Rickenbacker Electric Bass
What makes a Rickenbacker electric bass sound the way it does, and how the classic 4001 differs from today's 4003.
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12 String Guitar
Choose a 12 string guitar for bright, ringing texture, rich chords and standout acoustic colour in studio or live settin...
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Rickenbacker
Rickenbacker guitars are prized for chime, clarity and a distinctive vintage-inspired sound across rock, pop and studio...
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Rickenbacker Electric Bass
The rickenbacker electric bass delivers punch, clarity and classic character for rock, pop and progressive players.
