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Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E

Reasons to Get
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional over Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E

Frets Height
Taller vs Shorter
Easier to press down strings and bend them
Nut Material
Black Tusq XL vs Plastic
Good tuning stability with rich tone
Pickups
SSS vs HH
Beautiful cleans and good tone versatility
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.79'' (20.1mm) vs 0.77'' (19.6mm)
More comfortable open chords for big hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.87'' (22.1mm) vs 0.83'' (21.1mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for big hands
Nut Width
1.654'' (42mm) vs 1.688'' (42.9mm)
Favors small hands, easier bar chords and other shapes
Bridge
Tremolo vs Fixed
Simple vibratos without too much maintenance

Reasons to Get
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E over Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional

Release Year
2021 vs 2019
From a more recent year
Compound Radius
12" to 16" vs 14"
Balanced playability for chords and single-notes
Pickups Brand
Seymour Duncan vs None
Pickups from a renown brand
Pickups
HH vs SSS
High output without hum
Number of Frets
24 vs 22
Allows to reach higher notes
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.77'' (19.6mm) vs 0.79'' (20.1mm)
More comfortable open chords for small hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.83'' (21.1mm) vs 0.87'' (22.1mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for small hands
Nut Width
1.688'' (42.9mm) vs 1.654'' (42mm)
Less likely to mute strings by accident and more space for fingerstyle
Bridge
Fixed vs Tremolo
Good sustain and needs no set-up
Value Score
75 vs 74
Better price/quality relationship

Other Key Differences
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E

Bridge Pickup
Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil vs Seymour Duncan Full Shred SH-10B
Different Bridge Pickup
Neck Pickup
Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil vs Seymour Duncan APH-1N
Different Neck Pickup
Neck Wood
Roasted Maple vs Maple
Different Neck Wood
Nut Material
Black Tusq XL vs Plastic
Different Nut Material

Shared Features
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E

Body Wood
Alder
Same Body Wood
Fretboard Wood
Ebony
Same Fretboard Wood
Headstock
6
Same Headstock
Strings
6
Same playing style
Body Type
Solid Body
Feedback free
Switch Positions
5
Same pickups versatility
Volume Knobs
1
Same volume control
Tone Knobs
1
Same tone control
Paint Finish
Poly
Resistant paint that ages well
Scale Length
25.5'' (647.7mm)
Same string tension and fret separation
Pickups Power
Passive
Cleaner sound and no battery needed
Neck Profile Type
C
Comfortable neck that works for most people
Neck Joint
Bolt-On
Allows you to detach and swap the neck
Type of Frets
XL Jumbo vs Jumbo
You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings

Common Strengths

  • Locking Tuners
  • Expensive Wood

Common Weaknesses

  • Neck-Through Build
  • Pickup Alter Switch/Knob
  • Weight Relief
  • Stays in Tune (Evertune)
  • High-Quality Frets
  • From a High-Quality-Standards Country
  • Luminescent Sidedots
  • Strap Lock
  • 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • Active/Passive Preamp

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Which One is Better Overall?

After going through our comparison algorithm, the results show that the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E is probably the better product overall with its final score of 70 compared to the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional's 69 score, although not by a lot.

The Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E wins when it comes to sound, playability, value for the money. On the other hand, the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional has the upper hand when it comes to build quality.

If you got small hands, you'll probably feel that the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional is easier to play.

Which One is Better for Beginners?

Both meet 6 out of our 8 criteria items for beginner friendliness. This takes into account the type of frets, scale length, nut width, bridge type, fretboard radius, and neck profile to determine the easiest combination for new players. If you're looking for your first guitar to learn how to play, you can't go wrong with either of them.

New Player Friendliness

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional
  • Comfortable shape
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Tall frets
  • Narrow nut
  • Comfortable neck
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Short scale

New Player Friendliness

Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E
  • Comfortable shape
  • Easy-to-use bridge
  • Locking tuners
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Tall frets
  • Comfortable neck
  • Narrow nut
  • Short scale

Nevertheless, when it comes to choosing an instrument, you should pick the one more compatible with your personal style. Still, below we'll try you to give you our results as objectively as it's possible to help you decide.

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional Overview

  • From Schecter's 2019 Artist series
  • Nick Johnston Signature
  • Made in Indonesia
  • 6 strings
  • 25.5"'' scale
  • 14" Fretboard Radius
  • Alder body
  • Roasted Maple neck
  • Ebony fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil (Single Coil/Passive)
  • Middle pickup: Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil (Single Coil/Passive)
  • Neck pickup: Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil (Single Coil/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 1 tone Bell knobs
  • 5-way Switch
  • Diamond Vintage Tremolo bridge
  • Thin C Bolt-On neck
  • 22 XL Jumbo frets
  • Schecter Locking tuners
  • Weight between 7.55lbs (3.4kgs) and 8lbs (3.6kgs)
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Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E Overview

  • From Charvel's 2021 Pro-Mod series
  • Made in Mexico
  • 6 strings
  • 25.5"'' scale
  • 12" to 16" Fretboard Radius
  • Alder body
  • Maple neck
  • Ebony fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: Seymour Duncan Full Shred SH-10B (Humbucker/Passive)
  • Neck pickup: Seymour Duncan APH-1N (Humbucker/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 1 tone Dome knobs
  • 5-way Switch
  • Charvel HT6 String-Through-Body Hardtail bridge
  • Charvel Speed Bolt-On neck
  • 24 Jumbo frets
  • Charvel-Branded Die-Cast Locking tuners
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Sound Quality Comparison

The wood used in an electric guitar or bass is not as important to determine the final tone. However, some people prefer specific wood types, so we'll take a look at those first. Then, we'll take a look at the electronics to determine the versatility and sound quality of each instrument.

Woods Used in Both

Ebony wood pattern used for guitar building
Ebony
Alder wood pattern used for guitar building
Alder

Ebony is a high-end wood, so it is not cheap. It's only used for fretboards because it's also very heavy. It does an excellent job as a durable material while looking elegant. Find out more about Ebony.

Alder is the most popular wood that Fender uses in most of their guitars nowadays. Even though they say it's because of its balanced tone with an emphasis in the upper midrange, it probably is because it isn't too expensive, and it's also pretty lightweight—more than Mahogany. Find out more about Alder.

Woods Used in the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional

Roasted Maple wood pattern used for guitar building
Roasted Maple

Roasted Maple is just maple without a finish. It's technically cheaper than regular maple, but it doesn't have any extra disadvantages because of this. The color is darker, and it's lighter weight and very stable even when there's a lot of humidity.

Woods Used in the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E

Maple wood pattern used for guitar building
Maple

Maple is one of the most popular necks for good reasons. It is a strong wood that is relatively cheap to make and looks beautiful. The highest quality maple is the hardest that comes from North America. Find out more about Maple.

Winner: Tie.

Pickup Configuration

The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional has an SSS configuration while the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E has HH pickups.

SSS is perfect for players who like to play clean. The definition you get between notes and the crispiness is unmatched by most other configurations. You can still use it for distortion, but you won't get the same kind of output and power compared to a humbucker, and the hum they produce also makes them less adequate for high gain.

On the other hand, Double Humbucker (HH) is the choice for people who want a fuller, more round sound with tons of mids and lows. Humbuckers also get rid of the hum noise that plague single-coil pickups. They can work out for almost any genre going from Djent to even Jazz.

Pickups Quality

The Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E pickups from a more specialized brand than the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional. Its pickups should give you a fuller, richer sound, although it all depends on what type of music you're going to play. We recommend these pickups for Hard Rock and similar genres.

We found the same or similar pickups to the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's online:

Both use Passive pickups. This is what's used for most music genres. They have a regular output and will serve you for both high-gain and clean tones. The alternative (Active pickups) offer a higher output that is mostly used for heavy music.

Winner: Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E.

Versatility Comparison

Some instruments offer you more ways to explore your creativity than others. Below you'll find how both compare when it comes to versatility.

Switch Options

Both are equal when it comes to the pickup switching option.

Neither of them come with some kind of coil split or pickup mod option. This makes both lacking in terms of versatility.

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional pickups switch selector and push knobs diagram
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional's switch options
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E pickups switch selector and push knobs diagram
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's switch options

When evaluating versatility, we also take into consideration bridge and neck joint type, number of frets, switch options, amount of pickups and more.

Winner: Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional.

Final Sound Quality Scores

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional
Pickups 70
Sustain 70
Versatility 70
Tuning Stability 75
Sound 71
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E
Pickups 85
Sustain 80
Versatility 62
Tuning Stability 75
Sound 76

Build Quality Comparison

When it comes to build quality, we like to take into account everything used to build the instrument. This includes materials, hardware and the quality control expected depending on the country where it was built. Let's see how the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional compares to the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E.

Country of Origin

The manufacturing country can tell a lot about the build quality of an instrument. The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional is built in Indonesia while the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E is made in Mexico.

Indonesia is becoming the most popular country for guitar building because they can make good instruments for a low price. Some people think that they're 'the new China' when it comes to build quality. But the truth is that Indonesian guitars are more consistent, although Chinese quality has improved a lot in the last few years.

Mexico has been for a long time where Fender has built their semi-premium series. If you don't want to overpay for a wellp-built instrument, a guitar built in this country by a good brand always offers good value for the money.

Winner: Tie

Nut Material

If you want your guitar to stay in tune and sound good, you need a well cut nut. Nut quality can be inconsistent even when comparing two copies of the same model. The best way to make sure you're nut will be well done is by getting a nut made by an expert company like TUSQ or Micarta.

The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional has a Black Tusq XL nut. TUSQ nuts are usually the highest quality you can get. Black TUSQs are made from a special slippery material that helps the strings get back to its original position (one of the keys to tune stability).

On the other hand, the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E comes with a Plastic nut. This is a low-quality nut that you might want to consider upgrading soon. Bone and TUSQ nuts are the best for guitars with a fixed or simple tremolo bridge.

Winner: Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional.

Fret Material

Most fret wire is made of nickel silver. This material eventually wears down after a lot of use and most instruments end up needing a complete fret replacement. However, some expensive models come with stainless steel frets. This is what you should aim for if you can afford it.

Unfortunately, none of them come with stainless steel frets.

Winner: Tie.

Bridge

The perfect bridge for you will depend on your playstyle because they all have advantages and disadvantages. However, some bridges are more expensive—like Floyd Roses and Evertunes—and thus add more value to a guitar.

The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional's brige is a Tremolo. Tremolo bridges give you more versatility than fixed bridges. They let you perform the intense vibrato effects that would be impossible with a fixed bridge. However, since the bridge floats and there's less contact with the body, the strings lose sustain slightly faster. They can also be a bit harder to restring and set up correctly than fixed bridges.

On the other hand, the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's is a Fixed. It's a simple bridge that is very beginner-friendly since it doesn't require any set-up. You can swap strings easily. It might also give more sustain since it doesn't have complex moving parts that make the strings lose vibration. However, it doesn't have the same versatility as a tremolo bridge.

Since we need to be objective, the most expensive type of bridge will be the winner of this section. In the end, this doesn't matter if you're not going to use the bridge for its original purpose, so choose the bridge that fits your playing style better.

Winner: Tie.

Tuners

They both have locking tuners. They'll help to keep your guitar in tune because they allow you to tune it without wrapping the strings around the posts. This avoids variations in the tuning due to the strings changing position at the post after a bend. They come at the disadvantage of being slightly heavier than regular tuners. Also, it makes it a lot easier to restring.

Winner: Tie.

Neck Joint

Contrary to popular belief, the difference in sustain and tone that some neck joints give to a guitar is simply unperceivable—if they're all well built. However, some of them do have advantages over the others.

Both have a Bolt-On neck joint. This neck is joined to the body by 4 bolts that you can simply unscrew. This allows you to replace the neck or take it off for travel. It's the most common and cheapest way to build a guitar.

Winner: Tie.

Here is the list of features that were considered when choosing the winner in the Features subcategory:

Strengths & Weaknesses
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional
  • Locking Tuners
  • Expensive Wood
  • Black Tusq XL Nut
  • Tremolo
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • Made in Indonesia
  • No Top Brand Pickups
  • No Neck-Through Build
  • No Push Knob or Extra Switch Option
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No Compound Radius Fretboard
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock
Strengths & Weaknesses
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E
  • Locking Tuners
  • Expensive Wood
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • Made in Mexico
  • No High-Quality Nut
  • No Neck-Through Build
  • No Push Knob or Extra Switch Option
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No Tremolo
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock

Final Build Quality Scores

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional
Quality of materials 56
Features 65
Quality Control 70
Build Quality 64
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E
Quality of materials 41
Features 70
Quality Control 70
Build Quality 60

Playability Comparison

Let's now compare their playability. Bear in mind that the instrument will feel different depending on your hand size and play style. That's why you should always test before buying. But if you can't or want a second opinion on it, we can still take a look at each of the important measurements of the instrument for you. This way, we can predict how easy a guitar might be to play, or how different it will feel compared to the other.

Remember that, even though the difference might seem small, every inch counts when it comes to feeling of the instrument in your hands. Any variation can completely change how comfortable a guitar feels in your hands.

Nut Width

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional Nut Width
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional Nut Width
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E Nut Width
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E Nut Width

The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. In this comparison, the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E has the wider nut with 42.9mm (1.688'') vs 42mm (1.654''). This is a 0.9mm (0.034'') difference

This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E, especially closer to the nut. However, it's also easier to play without muting strings accidently. This favors people with big hands.

Scale Length

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional and Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's Scale Length
Both have the same scale length

The scale length is one of the things that influences playability the most. This is the distance between the nut and the bridge and will affect everything from low action allowance, difficulty to perform bends, fret separation, and even tone.

In this case, both have a scale length of 25.5".

This is the scale used in most Stratocasters. It's slightly longer than the typical 24.75'' size found in Les Pauls, and it's one of the main reasons why Stratocasters have such a bright sound in general. A longer scale also means that the strings will have higher tension. This will help you get lower action without suffering fret buzz, which will also be helpful when playing in lower tunings without having to increase your string gauge.

However, this also means that there will be more separation between frets, which can make it more difficult to play. Also, bending the strings will require more strengths due to the increased tension, but remember that a tremolo guitar will offset this difficulty.

Lastly, remember that you can also affect the tension of the strings by changing your string gauge. You can use a thicker gauge for more tension and a lighter one for less tension.

Neck Profile

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional Neck Profile
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional's neck profile
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E Neck Profile
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's neck profile

No single neck shape is better than others. However, most people tend to prefer a thinner necks because it doesn't get in their way when playing fast and most hand sizes can adapt to it pretty well. However, some people still prefer thicker necks for a better grip, especially if they have big hands.

Both the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional and the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E have a C-shaped neck. This is what you'll find in most modern guitars. Most people feel like the thickness of a C neck is simply the less intrusive one for playing fast, while at the same time allowing you to grab the neck easily for resting if you want to.

Fretboard Radius

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional Fingerboard Radius
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional's Fingerboard radius
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E Fretboard Compound Radius
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's Compound Fretboard Radius

Most guitar fretboards are not flat; they usually have a curve or arc across their width. A curved fretboard will make it easier to perform chords without muting strings, while a flatter one will make it easier to play single notes, which is good for bending and soloing in general. The best fretboards have a compound radius that varies across the fingerboard, but they're not common since they take a lot more work to build.

In this case, the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E is the only one with a compound radius. This is a huge win because it will give you the best of both worlds: a more curved radius in the first few frets for chords, and flatter as you come closer to the body for soloing.

Hand Size Comfortability

Everyone has a different hand size, and that's why it's recommended to try a guitar before buying, even if others tell you that it's comfortable to play. However, we can know whether a guitar favors small or large hands just by knowing its exact measurements.

And after taking into account the scale length, nut width, neck profile and fretboard radius, we can conclude that the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E favors large hands more than the Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional. But it's still more comfortable for people with small hands, as you can see in the score meter below.

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional:
Big Hands
Small Hands
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E:
Big Hands
Small Hands

Fret Size

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional Frets Size
Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional's Frets Size
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E Frets Size
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's Frets Size

The Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional has XL Jumbo frets, which should be taller than the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E's Jumbo frets.

Some people prefer taller frets because they result in more sustain since the strings get pressed cleanly without interference from the fretboard. However, if they're too tall—like Jumbo frets—, you might change the pitch of the strings accidentally if you press too hard because you won't be touching the fretboard with your fingers. This is also why some guitarists with a heavy grip prefer smaller frets. They like to feel the fingerboard to avoid pressing down too hard and getting out of pitch.

Final Playability Scores

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional
Bending & Vibrato Ease 80
Chord Playability 60
Solo Playability 80
Playability 73
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E
Bending & Vibrato Ease 75
Chord Playability 60
Solo Playability 90
Playability 75

Specs Side-by-Side

Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E
General Schecter Nick Johnston Traditional Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH HT E
Brand: Schecter Charvel
Year: 2019 2021
Configuration: SSS HH
Strings: 6 6
Made in: Indonesia Mexico
Series: Artist Pro-Mod
Colors: White, Blue, Green, Pink, Orange Black Satin
Left-Handed Version: Yes No
Body
Type: Solid Body Solid Body
Body Material: Alder Alder
Bridge: Diamond Vintage Tremolo Charvel HT6 String-Through-Body Hardtail
Neck
Neck Joint: Bolt-On Bolt-On
Tuners: Schecter Locking Charvel-Branded Die-Cast Locking
Fretboard: Ebony Ebony
Neck Material: Roasted Maple Maple
Decoration: Brass Circles Offset Pearloid Dot
Scale Size: 25.5" 25.5"
Shape: Thin C Charvel Speed
Thickness: 1st Fret: 0.79'' (20.1mm) - 12th Fret: 0.87'' (22.1mm) 1st Fret: 0.77'' (19.6mm) - 12th Fret: 0.83'' (21.1mm)
Frets: 22 XL Jumbo Nickel Silver 24 Jumbo Nickel Silver
Fretboard Radius: 14" 12" to 16"
Nut: Black Tusq XL Plastic
Nut Width: 42mm (1.654'') 42.9mm (1.688'')
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil (Single Coil / Passive) Seymour Duncan Full Shred SH-10B (Humbucker / Passive)
Middle Pickup: Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil (Single Coil / Passive)
Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coil (Single Coil / Passive) Seymour Duncan APH-1N (Humbucker / Passive)
Switch: 5 Way 5 Way
Knobs: Bell Dome
Pickup Mods: None None
Volume Controls: 1 1
Tone Controls: 1 1