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Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Guitar Atomic Orange B Stock 0890 vs Schecter Traditional Van Nuys Guitar Natural Ash B-Stock 2743
The Nick Johnston Traditional HSS is built around modern single-coil and humbucker versatility with coil-splitting for progressive and studio work, while the Van Nuys Traditional emphasizes vintage-voiced pickup character and warm sustain for classic rock and blues. Choose the Nick Johnston for genre-spanning articulate tones and contemporary playability; choose the Van Nuys for players who prize vintage sonic character and mid-range warmth.
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Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Guitar Atomic Orange B Stock 0890
Schecter Traditional Van Nuys Guitar Natural Ash B-Stock 2743
Specs side by side
| Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Guitar Atomic Orange B Stock 0890 | Schecter Traditional Van Nuys Guitar Natural Ash B-Stock 2743 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $719.20 | $719.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Nick Johnston | — |
| Body | Stratocaster | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple | Maple |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Pickup Configuration | HSS | HH |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Tremolo |
| Year | 2021 | 2021 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Guitar Atomic Orange B Stock 0890
- ✓ HSS pickup configuration with coil-splitting humbucker for maximum tonal range
- ✓ Bridge humbucker delivers thick driven tones suited to rock and progressive styles
- ✓ Designed specifically around Nick Johnston's modern playing aesthetic
- ✓ Push-pull tone control adds expressive control options
Why choose Schecter Traditional Van Nuys Guitar Natural Ash B-Stock 2743
- ✓ Vintage-voiced USA SuperRock and MonsterTone pickups deliver warm, singing character
- ✓ Ash body with gloss natural finish offers classic aesthetic and resonant warmth
- ✓ All-USA pickup set built for sustained, articulate lead work
- ✓ Diamond vintage tremolo bridge emphasizes expressive, natural vibrato response
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for blues playing?
Both excel at blues, but they approach it differently. The Van Nuys delivers warm, singing vintage-voiced tones ideal for traditional blues phrasing. The Nick Johnston offers more tonal variety through HSS configuration and coil-splitting, suiting players who blend blues with rock or progressive elements.
What's the key electronics difference?
The Nick Johnston uses a modern HSS setup with a bridge humbucker (plus coil-split), single-coil neck and middle pickups, and a push-pull tone control. The Van Nuys features an all-USA vintage pickup set (SuperRock bridge, MonsterTone neck/middle) without coil-splitting, emphasizing warm mid-range character over tonal switching options.
Are both B-stock guitars playable?
Yes. The Nick Johnston has only cosmetic blemishes visible on close inspection. The Van Nuys has a hairline crack at the first fret and light scratches on the fretboard edge—both playable but more noticeable cosmetic issues than the Nick Johnston's imperfections.
Which neck feels more comfortable?
Both feature identical thin 'C' profiles (.787" at 1st fret, .866" at 12th) and 25.5" scale with 22 frets. The key difference is material: roasted maple on both, but the Van Nuys emphasizes its roasted maple superiority for stability and refined feel, while the Nick Johnston focuses on its lightweight alder body ergonomics.