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Schecter Reaper-6 Left Handed Electric Guitar in Satin Charcoal Burst vs Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Left Handed Electric Guitar Atomic Green
The Reaper-6 is a modern, high-output metal and progressive machine with set-neck construction and dual humbuckers, while the Nick Johnston Traditional is a versatile HSS platform rooted in classic rock and blues aesthetics with coil-split capability. Choose the Reaper-6 for aggressive modern genres; pick the Nick Johnston for players who want single-coil articulation alongside humbucker power.
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Schecter Reaper-6 Left Handed Electric Guitar in Satin Charcoal Burst
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Left Handed Electric Guitar Atomic Green
Specs side by side
| Schecter Reaper-6 Left Handed Electric Guitar in Satin Charcoal Burst | Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Left Handed Electric Guitar Atomic Green | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $949.00 | $949.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Reaper | Schecter Nick Johnston |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | — | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | — | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | — | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | 2019 | 2020 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Reaper-6 Left Handed Electric Guitar in Satin Charcoal Burst
- ✓ Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for superior sustain and reduced neck joint flex
- ✓ Dual Diamond Decimator humbuckers deliver tight, articulate high-output voicing optimized for metal and hard rock
- ✓ Carbon fiber-reinforced maple/walnut neck resists flex during aggressive playing
- ✓ 24 X-Jumbo frets on 14-inch radius provide extended reach for technical passages
Why choose Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Left Handed Electric Guitar Atomic Green
- ✓ HSS configuration with coil-split bridge humbucker offers single-coil clarity plus humbucker aggression in one instrument
- ✓ Roasted maple neck in Vintage C profile feels fast and comfortable for extended sessions
- ✓ Bolt-on construction keeps the body responsive and resonant across tonal styles
- ✓ Nick Johnston signature appointments and Atomic Green finish stand out visually
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar has more frets?
The Reaper-6 has 24 X-Jumbo frets compared to the Nick Johnston's 22 X-Jumbo frets, giving slightly more upper-register access.
How do the neck profiles differ?
The Reaper-6 has an ultra-thin C contour with carbon fiber reinforcement and set-neck construction for maximum stability, while the Nick Johnston features a roasted maple Vintage C profile with bolt-on construction that feels fast and responsive.
Which pickup setup is more versatile?
The Nick Johnston's HSS with coil-split bridge humbucker offers more tonal range from clean to aggressive, while the Reaper-6's dual humbuckers prioritize high-output, articulate modern tones without single-coil voicing.
What bridge type does each use?
The Reaper-6 uses a string-thru hardtail bridge for maximum sustain and tuning stability, while the Nick Johnston uses a traditional bolt-on bridge configuration.