Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS 10th Anniversary guitar in Atom
Description
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS 10th Anniversary Guitar in Atomic Violet
The Nick Johnston Traditional delivers a balanced, versatile platform 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 cuts through on stage without compromising the guitar's serious playability credentials.
Playability & Construction
The wenge neck with Nick Johnston's signature "C" profile and 14" fretboard radius sits naturally in your hand for comfortable fret access across the entire 22 jumbo stainless steel frets on an ebony fretboard. The bolt-on solid alder body with 25.5" scale length and 1.653" nut width responds well to both standard and extended playing techniques, while the Graph Tech Tusq XL nut and 2-way adjustable truss rod guarantee rock-solid stability and intonation reliability night after night.
Tone & Electronics
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 crystal clarity in the upper register and muscular low-end response for cutting through any mix. The master volume control, master tone with push/pull coil split, and 5-way pickup selector unlock extensive tonal flexibility on demand, while the Schecter Nouveau tremolo bridge system and Schecter Nouveau locking tuning machines keep your tuning locked in during aggressive playing and dive-bomb runs.
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—a working guitarist's instrument built for the stage with zero compromises.
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 10th Anniversary is a high-gain-ready rock machine built for touring and session work, featuring a fast wenge neck with Nick Johnston's signature "C" profile and HSS pickups that toggle between articulate cleans and powerful, aggressive tones. The bolt-on alder body with 25.5" scale and Nouveau locking hardware keeps tuning rock-solid through hard playing, while the push/pull coil split adds tonal range without menu diving. Gigging musicians and working pros will appreciate the blend of immediate playability, road reliability, and that striking Atomic Violet finish—no compromise gear for rock, metal, and progressive players.
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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