The Novo Guitars Serus J is a perfect example of why Novo has become one of the most respected modern boutique builders. This instrument blends offset-inspired ergonomics with a deeply refined vintage voice, all wrapped in Novo’s unmistakable aesthetic and feel. Finished in Vintage Cream with a light distress, it has the broken-in comfort of a well-loved original without feeling overdone.

The tempered Pine body gives the guitar a dry, resonant acoustic character, while the tempered Maple neck and East Indian Rosewood fingerboard add stability, clarity, and warmth. A Medium C neck carve with a compound 9.5”–14” radius makes the Serus J feel immediately familiar, whether you’re playing chords down low or bending higher up the neck. The setup feels deliberate and effortless, exactly what you’d expect from a Novo.

Sonically, the Fralin hum-cancelling Alnico P-90s are the heart of this build. They deliver the punch, air, and midrange complexity P-90 players love, but with reduced noise and exceptional balance. Paired with the Mastery M1 bridge and NV vibrato with Lightning Bolt arm, the guitar stays stable, responsive, and expressive even with aggressive vibrato use.

This Serus J is equal parts workhorse and statement instrument—built for players who want vintage feel, modern reliability, and unmistakable character.

Specifications: 

Weight: 6lbs 10z

Finish

• Vintage Cream

• Light distress

Body

• Tempered Pine

Neck

• Tempered Maple, 4/4

• Medium C profile (.830”)

• Matching peghead

Fingerboard

• East Indian Rosewood

• MOTO dot inlays

• Compound radius 9.5”–14”

Scale Length

• 25.5”

Frets

• Jescar 47095 (.095” x .047”) medium nickel silver, 4 ft

Electronics

• Fralin hum-cancelling Alnico P-90 pickups (pair)

• Volume and tone controls

• 3-way toggle switch

• White P-90 covers

Hardware

• Mastery M1 bridge

• NV vibrato with Lightning Bolt arm

• White witch hat knobs

• White toggle switch tip

Pickguard

• 3-ply parchment

Strings

• Stringjoy 10–48

Case

• Novo Deluxe padded soft case