Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS 10th Anniversary guitar in Atom
- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
In stock
- SKU
- SCHECTER1156
- Color
- Purple
Description
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS 10th Anniversary Guitar in Atomic Violet
The Nick Johnston Traditional delivers a balanced, versatile platform for studio tracking and live performance with a comfortable wenge neck and responsive HSS pickup configuration. This 10th anniversary model combines Nick Johnston's signature preferences with Schecter's refined construction, resulting in an instrument equally suited to high-gain work and articulate, clean tones. The striking Atomic Violet gloss finish captures well on camera and prints convincingly in photos without compromising the guitar's serious playability credentials for session work.
Neck & Fretboard for Studio Work
The wenge neck with Nick Johnston's signature "C" profile and 14" fretboard radius enables precise fretting across the entire 22 jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard, translating to clean articulation in recordings and consistent sustain for overdubs. The bolt-on solid alder body with 25.5" scale length and 1.653" nut width support both standard and extended playing techniques during extended session takes, while the Graph Tech Tusq XL nut and 2-way adjustable truss rod ensure long-term stability and intonation reliability between recording dates.
Tone & Electronics for Recording Flexibility
The HSS pickup configuration pairs a Schecter USA Nick Johnston Sub-Atomic humbucker bridge pickup with Sub-Atomic single-coil neck and middle pickups, delivering clarity in the upper register and powerful low-end response that sits naturally in dense mixes. The master volume control, master tone with push/pull coil split, and 5-way pickup selector provide extensive tonal flexibility across overdubs and multiple instrumental passes, while the Schecter Nouveau tremolo bridge system and Schecter Nouveau locking tuning machines maintain tuning stability during aggressive playing and complex arranging sessions.
Key Features
- Solid alder body with gloss Atomic Violet finish, bolt-on construction
- Schecter Traditional body shape
- Wenge neck with Nick Johnston "C" profile
- Ebony fretboard with brass ring inlays
- 25.5" scale length, 14" fretboard radius
- 22 jumbo stainless steel frets
- Neck thickness: 1st fret 20.32mm – 12th fret 21.59mm
- 1.653" nut width with Graph Tech Tusq XL nut
- Schecter USA Nick Johnston Sub-Atomic humbucker bridge pickup with Sub-Atomic single-coil neck and middle pickups (HSS)
- Master volume, master tone with push/pull coil split, 5-way pickup selector
- Schecter Nouveau tremolo bridge and locking tuning machines
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with spoke wheel at neck heel
The Nick Johnston Traditional HSS combines premium hardware, thoughtful electronics, and meticulous neck construction to deliver a studio-ready instrument capable of capturing everything from tight rhythm parts to soaring lead passages with minimal fret noise and maximum tonal character.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS delivers studio-ready versatility in a single instrument: HSS pickups with a push/pull coil split let you capture everything from articulate, chimey cleans to thick, high-gain tones on a single tracking pass. The wenge neck and ebony fretboard maintain consistency across multiple takes, while the responsive "C" profile and 14" radius fretboard radius make complex arrangements and fast passages sit naturally in the mix. Home studios and project rooms will find a dependable, sonically flexible tool that covers rock, metal, and progressive production without eating up a full outboard rack.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickup configuration does this guitar have?
The Nick Johnston Traditional HSS pairs a Schecter USA Sub-Atomic humbucker at the bridge with Sub-Atomic single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions. The master tone includes a push/pull coil split for extra tonal range, and a 5-way selector gives you all standard pickup combinations.
Is this guitar suitable for high-gain and aggressive playing?
Yes. The Sub-Atomic bridge humbucker and rigid bolt-on alder body are designed for high-gain aggression, while the articulate single coils and coil-split option let you pull back into cleaner territories. The Nouveau locking tuning machines and Graph Tech Tusq XL nut maintain tuning stability during aggressive techniques.
What is the neck profile like?
The wenge neck features Nick Johnston's signature "C" profile, measuring 20.32mm at the 1st fret and 21.59mm at the 12th fret. The 14" fretboard radius and 22 jumbo stainless steel frets provide smooth, fast access across the ebony fretboard with brass ring inlays.
What hardware and hardware stability features does it have?
The guitar includes a Schecter Nouveau tremolo bridge, Schecter Nouveau locking tuning machines with chrome hardware, a Graph Tech Tusq XL nut, and a 2-way adjustable truss rod with a spoke wheel at the neck heel. These features ensure long-term intonation reliability and tuning stability during extended play.
What are the main specifications?
25.5" scale length, 1.653" nut width, 22 jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard with 14" radius, solid alder body with bolt-on wenge neck, and master volume with master tone (featuring push/pull coil split) and 5-way pickup selector.
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