Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HH guitar in Atomic Mercury
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SCHECTER1158
. Description
Sound & Tone
The alder body and 25.5" scale give this offset a snappy, well-balanced voice with tight lows and clear top-end bite, while the wenge neck and ebony fingerboard add firmness and note definition. The Atom-Bucker humbuckers at bridge and neck stay articulate rather than thick, and the 5-way super switch opens up blended, quacky in-between sounds alongside the fuller full-humbucker positions. It suits players moving between clean funk and chime, blues and pop lead work, and gainier rock phrasing, with the 2-point tremolo on hand for vibrato and pitch dips.
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HH Guitar in Atomic Mercury
The Nick Johnston Traditional HH captures articulate, responsive tones with its slim wenge neck and carefully voiced electronics designed for recording clarity. Built in collaboration with Nick Johnston, this instrument pairs traditional offset body styling with modern hardware and signature Atom-Bucker pickups engineered for precision tracking and mix-ready definition. The Atomic Mercury finish provides visual distinction while the architecture supports both single-note detail and full chord density in multitrack sessions.
Playability & Recording Comfort
The wenge neck features a custom "C" profile that reduces fatigue during extended session work, with neck thickness measurements of 0.825" at the first fret and 0.865" at the 12th fret for consistent feel across the fingerboard. The 25.5" scale length and ebony fingerboard with 14" radius enable precise intonation for punch-in recordings and seamless overdubs, while 22 Jescar premium German silver frets deliver bright, defined attack with minimal wear from repeated takes. Silver ring inlays and side markers provide quick visual navigation without visual clutter under studio lighting.
Recording Tone & Signal Path
The paired Nick Johnston Signature Atom-Bucker pickups in bridge and neck positions deliver articulate, well-defined tones with excellent clarity and minimal noise—critical for isolation tracks and layered arrangements. Control layout includes master volume and master tone with a 5-way super switch, allowing real-time tonal adjustment within takes and fast pickup blending across multiple pass variations. The Schecter 2-point tremolo bridge provides tuning stability across extended sessions and smooth vibrato effects for texture and dimension.
Key Features
- Alder body with bolt-on construction and flat top contour
- Wenge neck with custom "C" profile and carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- 25.5" (647.7 mm) scale length
- Ebony fingerboard with 14" (355.6 mm) radius and 22 Jescar premium German silver frets
- Graph Tech Black Tusq nut, 1.67" (42.42 mm) width
- Silver ring inlays with silver dot side markers
- Schecter Hipshot staggered locking tuners
- Nick Johnston Signature Atom-Bucker pickups (bridge and neck)
- Master volume and master tone controls with 5-way super switch
- Schecter 2-point tremolo bridge
- Aged chrome and nickel hardware
- Right-handed configuration with 2-way adjustable truss rod
This Nick Johnston Traditional HH combines premium materials, refined hardware, and purpose-built electronics into an instrument built for players who demand consistent performance and tonal sophistication.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Add the matching hard caseSchecter SGR-UNIVERSAL Hardshell Case for Universal-Fit Guitars (Case Only)
Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Wenge |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
This model is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its responsive neck, precise intonation, and sophisticated pickup voicing reward technique and ear, making it best suited for players with established fundamentals.
What genres does this guitar work best in?
The Nick Johnston Traditional HH is voiced for rock, indie, and progressive music where articulate, well-defined tones and clarity are priorities. It is not optimized for jazz or folk styles.
What are the neck dimensions and feel?
The wenge neck features a custom C-profile with 0.825" thickness at the first fret and 0.865" at the 12th fret, a 25.5" scale length, and 14" fingerboard radius. This combination delivers a comfortable, consistent feel across the fingerboard with precise intonation.
What pickups does this guitar use and how do they sound?
The Nick Johnston Signature Atom-Bucker pickups in bridge and neck positions are engineered for articulate, noise-free tones with excellent clarity. They pair with a master volume, master tone, and 5-way super switch for intuitive pickup blending and tonal shaping.
How does the hardware support reliable tuning and playability?
The guitar includes Schecter Hipshot staggered locking tuners for quick, stable tuning, a Graph Tech Black Tusq nut at 1.67" width for tuning stability, and a Schecter 2-point tremolo bridge that provides smooth vibrato without tuning drift. Wenge neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods adds structural stability.
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