Novo Guitars Serus J HH Custom | Charcoal Frost
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The Novo Serus J Custom in Charcoal Frost is offset perfection — vintage vibe, modern feel, and serious personality.
Charcoal Frost paired with the 4-ply Light T. Shell pickguard gives this build a moody, sophisticated presence. The Light distress keeps it refined and broken-in without overdoing it — just enough character to feel like it’s already lived a few great stories.
The tempered pine body is lightweight, resonant, and alive. Notes bloom and chords ring with a woody, open character. The figured tempered maple neck and fingerboard add snap, clarity, and a fast, articulate response, while the subtle figuring catches light beautifully. The Medium C (.830") carve feels comfortable and substantial in hand — the perfect balance of vintage feel and modern control.
With a 9.5"-14" compound radius, Jescar 47095 medium frets (.095 x .047), and a 25.5" scale, it plays clean, precise, and effortlessly smooth up and down the neck.
Loaded with Fralin Modern PAFs (pair), this Serus J leans into a thicker, fuller voice. Expect punchy lows, clear highs, and rich harmonic depth — articulate cleans, dynamic breakup, and bold, singing sustain when pushed.
Finished with a Mastery M1 bridge and NV vibrato with Lightning Bolt arm, tuning stability and feel are exceptional. Black witch hat knobs and a black toggle tip complete the aesthetic.
This is a true boutique Nashville-built Novo — inspiring, expressive, and undeniably cool.
| Serial | 26137 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7lbs 3oz |
| Finish | Charcoal Frost |
| Body Wood | Tempered Pine |
| Distress Level | Light |
| Neck Wood | Figured Tempered Maple Neck & Fingerboard |
| Peghead | Amber |
| Inlays | Black Dots |
| Neck Shape | Medium C (.830") |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5"-14" |
|---|---|
| Frets | (MED - NS), .095 x .047 Jescar 47095 |
| Pickups | Fralin Modern PAFs (pair) |
| Pickguard | 4-Ply Light T. Shell |
| Bridge | Mastery M1 bridge & NV vibrato w/ Lightning Bolt Arm |
| Knobs | Black Witch Hat - Tone, Black Witch Hat - Volume |
| Tips | Switch Tip - Toggle, Black |
| Strings | Stringjoy 10-48 |
| Case | Novo Deluxe Padded Soft Case |
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