Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Electric Green
Description
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Electric Green
The Nick Johnston Traditional HSS delivers focused recording potential through its thin "C"-profile roasted maple neck and 25.5" scale, engineered for precision tracking and extended session comfort. The Atomic Green finish with mint green pickguard creates distinctive visual character in studio footage, while the bolt-on alder body construction provides the resonance and snap essential for capturing clean, punchy tracks. This HSS configuration pairs articulate single-coil character in the neck and middle positions with a full humbucker in the bridge, offering production flexibility across rhythm, lead, and textural overdub work.
Playability & Recording Comfort
The roasted maple neck features a Vintage "C" profile measuring 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret—shaped to reduce hand fatigue during marathon recording sessions without compromising structural stability. The 14" radius ebony fretboard with brass circle inlays supports consistent intonation across both pick and fingerstyle tracking techniques, while 22 X-Jumbo frets enable smooth, repeatable bending and vibrato for vocal-like expression in lead takes. The 1.653" nut width maintains adequate string spacing for clean isolation and articulation in close-miked or DI recording scenarios.
Tonal Character & Studio Switching
Two Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions deliver the articulate, transparent midrange essential for sitting clearly in dense mixes while maintaining pick definition on rhythm tracks. The Diamond '78 humbucker in the bridge produces the focused punch and sustain that cuts through full production arrangements, while the push-pull humbucker coil split on the tone control grants instant access to single-coil bridge tones—eliminating the need for guitar swaps mid-session and expanding palette options across takes. Chrome Schecter Diamond Vintage vibrato hardware holds tuning throughout moderate modulation work, critical for consistent overdub layers.
Key Features
- Alder body with bolt-on construction
- Roasted maple neck with Vintage "C" profile
- 14" radius ebony fretboard with brass circle inlays
- 22 X-Jumbo frets across 25.5" scale
- Neck thickness: 0.787" at 1st fret / 0.866" at 12th fret
- 1.653" nut width with Graph Tech Black Tusq nut
- Two Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston single-coils (neck/middle) and one Diamond '78 humbucker (bridge)
- Push-pull humbucker coil split on tone control
- Schecter locking tuners and Diamond Vintage vibrato system
- Chrome hardware throughout
- Atomic Green finish with mint green pickguard
- Right-handed configuration
This guitar combines ergonomic tracking comfort with genuine production range—roasted maple durability, versatile HSS electronics, and professional hardware make it a serious studio workhorse.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS captures articulate, responsive tones ideal for recording across rock, indie, and blues sessions—the dual single coils deliver clear highs and mids for layering and panning, while the bridge humbucker coil split (accessible via push-pull tone control) lets you dial in everything from bright, chimey leads to full-bodied rhythm tones without repatching. The roasted maple neck ensures tuning stability during overdubs and long takes, and the 25.5" scale with X-Jumbo frets gives you precise intonation and smooth sustain for both clean and driven tones.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Pop
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickup configuration does this guitar have, and can I split the bridge humbucker?
The Nick Johnston Traditional HSS features two Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions and a Diamond '78 humbucker in the bridge. The humbucker includes a push-pull coil split on the tone control, allowing you to access single-coil tones from the bridge position for expanded sonic flexibility.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or djent playing?
No—the Nick Johnston Traditional is optimized for rock, indie, blues, and pop, and is not recommended for metal or djent applications. The single-coil neck and middle pickups and balanced electronics are voiced for clarity and articulation rather than high-gain saturation.
What is the neck feel and dimension on this model?
The neck features a Vintage "C" profile roasted maple construction measuring 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret—thin for contemporary comfort and speed. The 14" radius ebony fretboard with 22 X-Jumbo frets supports smooth bending and reduces finger fatigue, while the 1.653" nut width provides adequate spacing for fingerstyle and pick work.
Does this guitar hold tuning during whammy bar use?
Yes—the Schecter Diamond Vintage vibrato hardware with locking tuners is designed to maintain tuning stability across moderate vibrato work, making it reliable for live performance and studio recording.
What is the scale length and body construction?
The Nick Johnston Traditional has a 25.5" scale and features a bolt-on alder body with roasted maple neck construction, delivering responsive resonance and durability suitable for gigging and recording.
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