The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional 10th Anniversary HSS – Atomic Saffron celebrates a decade of one of Schecter’s most respected modern-classic designs. Built for expressive players and technical precision, this model blends vintage-inspired tone with modern performance upgrades.

The HSS pickup configuration delivers exceptional versatility, offering crisp, articulate single-coil tones alongside a powerful bridge humbucker for thicker leads and heavier styles. A comfortable roasted maple neck and smooth fingerboard provide fast, effortless playability, while the traditional body shape ensures familiar feel and balance.

Finished in Atomic Saffron, this anniversary model stands out visually while retaining the refined aesthetics Nick Johnston is known for. Ideal for blues, rock, fusion, session work, and modern styles, it’s a guitar built to perform on stage and in the studio.

Available at Angkor Music Melbourne.

Key Features

• Nick Johnston Traditional 10th Anniversary model

• HSS pickup configuration for tonal versatility

• Roasted maple neck for stability and smooth feel

• Comfortable modern neck profile

• Balanced traditional body design

• Atomic Saffron finish with anniversary styling

Features

• Wenge & Ebony - Normally reserved for Schecter’s USA Custom Shop models, these anniversary editions feature mesmerizingly dark Wenge necks with Ebony boards, both ultra-smooth in feel and sonorous, articulate, and harmonically-rich in tone.
• USA Subatomic Pickups – Johston’s lauded Subatomic pickup set offers powerful & lively HSS tone-shaping, complete with a 5-way switch & coil split.
• Striking Atomic Finishes – Alongside NJ’s eye-popping Atomic Green, you’ve got Atomic Purple and Atomic Saffron to celebrate this special edition – both equally striking!

Body

• Hardware Color: Chrome
• Top Contour: Flat Top
• Dexterity: Right Handed
• Construction: Bolt-on
• Body Material: Alder
• Bridge: Schecter Nouveau Tremolo with Music City Bridge Three String Tree String Retainer

Neck

• Tuners: Schecter Nouveau Locking Tuners
• Fretboard Material: Ebony
• Neck Material: Wenge
• Inlays: Metal Rings
• Side Dot Markers: Dots
• Scale: 25.5"
• Neck Shape: Nick Johnston "C"
• Thickness: 1st Fret 20.32mm - 12th Fret 21.59mm
• Frets: 22 Jumbo Stainless Steel
• Fretboard Radius: 14"
• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq
• Nut Width: 42mm
• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable with Spoke Wheel at Neck Heel

Electronics

• Controls: 5-Way Pickup Toggle Switch/ Master Volume/Master Tone with Push-Pull Coil Split for Bridge Pickup
• Bridge Pickup: Schecter USA Nick Johnston Subatomic with Chrome Cover
• Neck Pickup: Schecter USA Nick Johnston Subatomic Single Coil
• Middle Pickup: Schecter USA Nick Johnston Subatomic Single Coil

· Accessories

• Knobs: Metal Dome w/ Set Screw
• Strings: Ernie Ball Regular Slinky #2221 (.010-.046)

FAQ 

Frequently Asked Questions – Nick Johnston Traditional 10th Anniversary

What does the HSS pickup configuration offer?
It provides classic single-coil clarity with added humbucker power for higher-gain tones.

 Is this guitar suitable for professional use?
Yes, it’s built for stage, studio, and session players demanding precision and reliability.

What styles of music suit this guitar?
Blues, rock, fusion, pop, funk, and modern styles — extremely versatile.

 What makes the 10th Anniversary model different?
It features anniversary-specific details, refined specs, and a special Atomic Saffron finish.

 Is this guitar comfortable for long sessions?
Yes, its ergonomic design and smooth neck make it comfortable for extended playing.