Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Guitar Atomic Orange B Stock 08
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1538-B0890
- Color
- Orange
. Description
Sound & Tone
The lightweight alder body and 25.5" scale on a roasted maple neck and fretboard give this HSS a bright, snappy foundation with clear note separation, while the Nick Johnston single coils in the neck and middle deliver glassy cleans, bell-like chime and quacky in-between positions. The Diamond '78 humbucker at the bridge adds thickness and drive for lead work and heavier rhythm, and its push-pull coil split thins things back out for spanky single-coil bite. With the vintage tremolo and 5-way switching, it covers blues, funk, pop, classic rock and fusion-leaning lead playing where expressive vibrato and quick tonal changes matter.
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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Specifications
| Body Style | Stratocaster |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Pickups | HSS |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-stock mean, and will cosmetic imperfections affect playability?
B-stock means the guitar is fully functional and plays like new, with only minor cosmetic blemishes visible in close inspection. These marks have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity.
Is the HSS configuration suitable for rock and blues, or is it better for metal?
The HSS configuration excels in rock, progressive, blues, and indie styles. The versatile pickup combination covers articulate cleans and thick driven tones, but it is not optimized for metal or thrash metal applications.
What makes the thin C-shaped neck and roasted maple fretboard valuable for extended playing?
The thin C-shaped neck (.787" at the 1st fret) provides genuine comfort during long sessions without sacrificing rigidity, while the roasted hard rock maple fretboard with 14" radius and 22 X-Jumbo frets accommodates both bending and chording with stability. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and Schecter locking tuners ensure tuning remains locked throughout the performance.
How does the coil-split feature on the humbucker change the tone?
The push-pull tone control enables coil splitting on the bridge Schecter Diamond '78 humbucker, allowing you to switch from thick, driven humbucker tones to brighter, more articulate single-coil-like textures without rewiring or changing guitars.
What is the scale length, and how does it compare to other Stratocaster models?
The Nick Johnston Traditional features a 25.5" scale, matching classic Fender Stratocaster specifications and providing familiar fret spacing and tension for players accustomed to standard Strats.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $50 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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