Novo Guitars Serus J Custom | Aztec Gold Over Cherry Burst

The Novo Serus J Custom in Aztec Gold Over Cherry Burst is a bold, high-character offset that blends vintage swagger with unmistakable Novo attitude. The finish is incredible in person — a rich metallic gold laid over a deep cherry burst, with warm red undertones glowing through the gold as light hits it from different angles. It’s layered, dramatic, and full of depth, shifting between classic goldtop vibes and something darker and more aggressive. Photographs well, but absolutely comes alive in hand.

Built from tempered pine, this Serus J is lightweight, resonant, and instantly responsive. The tempered maple neck paired with an East Indian rosewood fingerboard adds clarity and snap while keeping the feel smooth and grounded. The Chunky C (.880”) neck carve gives it a substantial, confidence-inspiring grip that feels solid without being cumbersome — perfect for players who like a little more wood in their hands.

The Medium distress adds real personality, giving the guitar a road-worn edge that perfectly suits the darker, more muscular aesthetic. Paired with the black guard and bull black peghead, the look is unapologetically bold. Sonically, the Fralin hum-cancelling Alnico P-90s deliver everything you want from a Novo — open, punchy, and dynamic, with warmth, bite, and excellent clarity, all without the noise.

With the Mastery bridge and NV vibrato, tuning stability and feel are exceptional, inviting expressive playing and subtle movement. This Serus J Custom is confident, resonant, and deeply inspiring — a boutique offset that looks dangerous, feels alive, and rewards nuance every time you pick it up.

Serial: 25955
Finish: Aztec Gold Over Cherry Burst
Body Wood: Tempered Pine
Distress Level: Medium
Neck Wood: Tempered Maple
Fingerboard Wood: East Indian Rosewood
Peghead: Bull Black
Inlays: MOTO Dots
Neck Shape: Chunky C (.880”)
Scale Length: 25.5”
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5” - 14”
Frets: (MED- N/S) .095 x .047 Jescar 47095 4 Ft.
Pickups: Fralin Hum-Cancelling Alnico P-90s
P-90 Covers: P90 Pickup Cover - Black
Pickguard: 5-Ply Black
Bridge: Mastery M1 Bridge & NV Vibrato w/ Lightning Bolt Arm
Knobs: Black Witch  Hat
Tips: Black
Strings: Stringjoy 10-48
Case: Novo Deluxe Padded Soft Case