Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HSS Electric Guitar - Atomic Orange
Built to Nick’s exacting standards, the Schecter Nick Johnston Diamond Series HSS Traditional delivers classic style and modern versatility with a healthy dose of heat. Designed for players who demand expressive tone and exceptional playability, this model features a lightweight alder body paired with a roasted hard rock maple neck carved to Nick’s favorite comfortable “C” profile. The 14" radius roasted maple fretboard with brass circle inlays and 22 jumbo frets ensures a fast, silky playing experience ideal for expressive leads and smooth chord work.
Equipped with a custom-voiced HSS pickup set—featuring Nick Johnston Diamond Single Coils in the neck and middle positions and the high-powered '78 Special humbucker in the bridge—this guitar delivers everything from glassy cleans to roaring distortion. A push-pull coil split on the tone control expands your palette even further. Other premium features include a Graph Tech Black Tusq nut, Schecter Diamond Vintage vibrato system, and Schecter locking tuners for rock-solid tuning and smooth performance. Finished with a classic mint green pickguard and offered in several signature colors, the Nick Johnston Diamond Series HSS Traditional is the perfect blend of vintage inspiration and modern precision.
Features
- Classic Strat-inspired design with signature Nick Johnston upgrades
- Lightweight alder body delivers balanced, resonant tone
- Bolt-on roasted hard rock maple neck with Nick Johnston "C" profile for comfortable, fluid play
- 14" radius roasted maple fretboard with brass circle inlays and 22 jumbo frets for fast, modern feel
- Custom HSS pickup set with two Nick Johnston Diamond Single Coils and a '78 Special bridge humbucker
- Push-pull tone control for coil splitting the humbucker for extra versatility
- Schecter Diamond Vintage vibrato system for smooth pitch effects and tuning stability
- Schecter locking tuners for reliable, quick string changes
- Graph Tech Black Tusq nut for consistent tuning and tone
- Mint green pickguard and chrome hardware for timeless style
- Available in Nick’s signature colors: Atomic Orange, Atomic Green, Atomic Snow, Atomic Frost (selected colors also available left-handed)
- Case sold separately
Specifications
General
- Model Name: Nick Johnston Diamond Series HSS Traditional
- Colors Available: Atomic Orange, Atomic Green, Atomic Snow, Atomic Frost (some colors available left-handed)
- Pickguard: Mint Green
- Dexterity: Right or Left Handed (selected finishes)
- Construction: Bolt-on
Body
- Body Material: Lightweight Alder
- Hardware Color: Chrome
- Bridge: Schecter Diamond Vintage Vibrato System
Neck
- Neck Material: Roasted Hard Rock Maple
- Neck Shape: Nick Johnston "C"
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fretboard Material: Roasted Hard Rock Maple
- Fretboard Radius: 14"
- Frets: 22 Jumbo
- Inlays: Brass Circle
- Truss Rod: Dual Action with Spoke Wheel at Heel
- Nut: Graph Tech Black Tusq (42 mm x 3.4 mm)
- Tuners: Schecter Locking
Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: Nick Johnston '78 Special Humbucker
- Middle Pickup: Nick Johnston Diamond Single Coil
- Neck Pickup: Nick Johnston Diamond Single Coil
- Controls: Volume, Tone (Push-Pull for Coil Split), 5-Way Lever Switch
Accessories
- Knobs: Traditional Chrome Knobs
- Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221 (.010–.046) (typical, not specified but standard for this model)
- Case: SGR-Universal Hardshell Case (Sold Separately)