Novo Guitars Serus J Custom | Sonic Mary Kaye

The Novo Serus J Custom draws inspiration from the iconic Mary Kaye finishes of the 1950s — translucent blonde guitars that let the natural wood grain subtly shine through. Novo takes that vintage influence and filters it through their own offset platform, blending old school character with modern boutique craftsmanship and feel. Finished in Sonic Mary Kaye with a light distress treatment, this Serus J strikes a perfect balance between understated and eye catching. The translucent finish lets the grain of the tempered pine body subtly show through, while the amber peghead, mint guard, and white toggle tip give it a classy vintage aesthetic without feeling overly polished or forced. It looks like a guitar that has lived a life already in the best possible way. The tempered pine body gives the guitar a lively and resonant acoustic character with a dry, airy response that feels incredibly responsive under the hands. Paired with the Novo Gold Foils by Lollar, the tone is open, punchy, and harmonically rich with a unique mix of sparkle, warmth, and grit. Clean tones have depth and dimension, while pushed sounds stay articulate and raw with plenty of character. Combined with the Mastery bridge and NV vibrato, the entire guitar feels expressive, dynamic, and inspiring from the first note. Serial: 26538 Weight: 7lbs Finish: Sonic Mary Kaye Distress Level: Light Body Wood: Tempered Pine Neck Wood: Tempered Maple Fingerboard Wood: East Indian Rosewood Peghead: Amber Inlays: MOTO Dots Neck Shape: Medium C (.830") Scale Length: 25.5" Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"-14" Frets: (MED - N/S) .095 X .047 Jescar 47095 Pickups: Novo Gold Foils by Lollar Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Bridge: Mastery M1 bridge & NV Vibrato w/ Lightning Bolt Arm Knobs: Harmony Tips: Switch Tip - Toggle, White Strings: Stringjoy 10-48 Case: Novo Deluxe Padded Soft Case