Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Guitar Atomic Orange B Stock 08
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1538-B0890
- Color
- Orange
Description
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Guitar Atomic Orange B Stock
The Nick Johnston Traditional HSS sits in your hands like a purpose-built stage weapon. Its thin "C"-shaped neck feels natural during marathon sets, while the lightweight alder body cuts fatigue on the gig. The smooth vibrato responds intuitively to hand movements, letting you shape tone without fighting the hardware. The Atomic Orange finish cuts through on stage, and despite B stock cosmetic blemishes visible in the close-up photos, the guitar plays and sounds like new. Built for working musicians and serious players, this model combines fretboard accessibility with versatile electronics designed specifically for Johnston's playing style.
Playability & Feel
The thin "C" neck shape measures .787" at the 1st fret and .866" at the 12th, sitting comfortably under the hand during rhythm work and fast lead passages. A 25.5" scale with 22 X-Jumbo frets on a 14" radius roasted maple fretboard rewards both aggressive bending and precise chording, while brass circle inlays provide subtle visual reference points. Schecter locking tuners and a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut lock in your tuning through extended sets, and the dual-action truss rod with heel access allows straightforward neck adjustments when needed.
Tone & Electronics
The HSS pickup configuration—Schecter Diamond '78 humbucker at the bridge paired with two Nick Johnston single coils in the middle and neck positions—handles everything from thick, driven tones that cut through a live mix to articulate cleans and crystalline textures for cleaner passages. A push-pull tone control enables coil splitting on the humbucker, expanding your sonic palette dramatically, while the 5-way lever switch and dedicated volume control deliver intuitive access to all pickup combinations without hunting across the pickguard.
Key Features
- Body Material: Lightweight Alder
- Bolt-on Construction with Chrome Hardware
- Schecter Diamond Vintage Tremolo Bridge
- Neck Material: Roasted Hard Rock Maple
- Neck Shape: Thin "C" with Dual-Action Truss Rod (Heel Access)
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fretboard: Roasted Hard Rock Maple, 14" Radius, 22 X-Jumbo Frets with Brass Circle Inlays
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq Nut (42mm x 3.4mm)
- Schecter Locking Tuners
- Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond '78 Humbucker
- Middle & Neck Pickups: Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coils
- Controls: Volume, Tone (Push-Pull Coil Split), 5-Way Lever Switch
A professional-grade instrument built to Johnston's specifications, this model proves itself night after night on stages of all sizes.
This B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of B-Stock inventory. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS is a versatile mid-scale workhorse built for indie, rock, and progressive players who need articulate cleans, thick driven tones, and crystalline textures in one guitar. The thin C-shaped neck (0.787" at the 1st fret) and lightweight alder body sit comfortably for extended sessions, while the HSS pickup configuration with coil-split humbucker gives you everything from single-coil shimmer to full humbucking punch. This B-Stock example plays and sounds like new despite minor cosmetic marks, delivering professional-grade reliability and tone at a significant discount.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and does it affect the sound or playability?
B-Stock means this guitar has minor cosmetic imperfections visible in close-up photos but plays and sounds exactly like new. The marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. You maintain full manufacturer warranty coverage.
Is this guitar suitable for genres like metal or thrash?
This model is optimized for indie, rock, progressive, and studio work. While the HSS configuration can handle heavier tones, it is not designed for metal or thrash metal applications.
What pickup combinations can I access with the 5-way switch and coil-split?
The 5-way lever switch routes the Schecter Diamond '78 humbucker, two Nick Johnston single coils, and blend positions. The push-pull tone control adds coil-split functionality to the bridge humbucker, expanding your palette from thick driven tones to articulate, crystalline single-coil textures.
How does the neck feel, and is it comfortable for extended playing?
The thin C-shaped neck measures 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th, providing genuine comfort during long sessions while maintaining rigidity. The 25.5" scale and 22 X-Jumbo frets on a 14" radius roasted maple fretboard accommodate both bending and chording without fatigue.
What keeps this guitar stable during live and studio work?
Schecter locking tuners, a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, and a smooth Schecter Diamond Vintage Tremolo bridge with intuitive hand response ensure reliable tuning stability and consistent performance across sessions.
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