Schecter Guitar Research Nick Johnston Traditional HH Electric Guitar - Atomic Mercury

Known for his fluid legato technique, articulate phrasing and modern fusion-influenced approach, Nick Johnston requires an instrument that responds with precision and consistency. The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HH electric guitar is built around that philosophy, offering a familiar solidbody feel shaped by details that emphasize control and consistency. An alder body with traditional contours keeps the instrument balanced and comfortable, while a bolt-on wenge neck and ebony fingerboard contribute a fast, immediate response across the register. Jumbo stainless-steel frets support smooth bends and extended phrasing, and the two signature Atombucker pickups provide the flexibility needed to move seamlessly between clean textures and higher-gain voices without breaking the musical flow.

Signature Atombucker Pickups With Expanded Switching

Fittingly, the Nick Johnston Traditional HH centers around a pair of Nick Johnston Atombucker pickups, which are designed to stay articulate as gain increases while remaining sensitive to picking dynamics. A 5-way superswitch opens up a wide range of usable voices, moving from full humbucking power at the bridge and neck to single-coil textures from each pickup, plus a combined single-coil setting. Rather than feeling like discrete modes, the transitions between positions feel smooth and predictable, making it easier to shape tone directly from the guitar.

Neck Profile Tuned for Flow and Control

A bolt-on wenge neck carved to Nick Johnston’s custom C-shape profile gives the guitar a familiar, immediately playable feel while offering added rigidity and consistency. The 25.5" scale length and 14" fingerboard radius support clean articulation and even string tension across the neck. Twenty-two jumbo stainless-steel frets provide a slick surface for wide bends, legato phrasing and fast position shifts without fighting the instrument.

Hardware Designed to Stay Out of the Way

The control layout keeps things simple and intentional, with master volume and master tone controls placed for quick, intuitive adjustments. The Schecter Nouveau tremolo system delivers smooth pitch movement without disrupting tuning stability, supported by Schecter Nouveau locking tuners and a 42 mm Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut. A Music City Bridge three-string tree string retainer helps maintain consistent string feel and response, especially during expressive playing that leans on vibrato and bends.

Balanced Construction With a Clean, Modern Aesthetic

An alder body with traditional contours keeps the instrument balanced against the body and comfortable over long sessions. Bolt-on construction preserves a familiar solidbody response while allowing easy serviceability. Lastly, chrome hardware adds durability without visual distraction, while the ebony fingerboard and metal ring inlays contribute to the guitar’s refined, understated look.

A Guitar That Reflects Nick Johnston’s Musical Approach

Nick Johnston’s playing is defined by clarity, touch and fluid motion rather than brute force, and this signature model mirrors that philosophy throughout its design. From its responsive pickup switching to its stable neck and hardware, the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional HH encourages expressive phrasing and controlled dynamics. It all equates to an inspiring guitar built to support players who value nuance, consistency and musical flow on stage or in the studio.