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Novo Serus J Custom Electric Guitar - Sherwood Green with Deluxe Padded Soft Case - Used
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The best guitars don't force players to choose between vintage personality and modern reliability, and this used Novo Serus J Custom was created around exactly that idea. Novo Guitars was founded by renowned builder Dennis Fano, whose designs have become known for reinterpreting the spirit of mid-century American electrics rather than simply reproducing them. The Serus J embodies that philosophy especially well, combining the visual attitude and tactile familiarity of a road-worn offset with Novo's own design language and player-focused approach. The Sherwood Green finish and Medium distress give this particular guitar the appearance of an old favorite that has already spent years making music.
The Serus J is particularly at home in styles where dynamics, texture, and touch matter as much as sheer output. Indie-rock and alternative players can lean into its vibrato for atmospheric chords and moving textures, while roots rock, Americana, blues, garage rock, country, and classic rock players will appreciate how naturally it moves from clean rhythm work into gritty, amplifier-driven sounds. The comfortable offset-inspired platform also makes it a compelling songwriter's guitar: Something that can cover a wide range of sounds without burying the player beneath complicated switching. Add the expressive NV Vibrato and Mastery bridge, and it becomes equally capable of subtle chord movement, surf-inspired shimmer, spacious ambient parts, and more aggressive rock playing.
Its pair of Fralin Hum-Cancelling Alnico P-90s gives this Serus J a voice that sits in an especially useful space between traditional single-coil clarity and humbucker weight. Expect an articulate attack with plenty of harmonic detail, a strong and vocal midrange, and more body than a typical single coil, but without sacrificing the openness that lets chords remain defined. Clean settings can be lively and dimensional, while pushing a tube amp or overdrive pedal brings out the growl, bite, and touch sensitivity that make P-90-style pickups so rewarding. Fralin's hum-cancelling design makes that character more practical in studios, on stages, and around complex pedalboards where traditional single-coil noise can become distracting. The result is a guitar with an unmistakably vintage-informed personality, but one built to function as a versatile working instrument rather than simply an exercise in nostalgia; available now at Haggerty’s Music.
Features / Specs
Highlights
- Series: Serus J Custom
- Orientation: Right-Handed
- Color: Sherwood Green
Body
- Body Material: Tempered Pine
- Body Finish: Medium Distress
- Body Shape: Serus J
- Body Style: Solidbody
Neck
- Headstock Type: Matching 6-in-a-Line
- Neck Material: 4/4 Tempered Maple
- Neck Shape: Medium C
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Neck Depth: 0.829" at 1st Fret, 0.916" at 12th Fret
- Neck Construction: Bolt-On
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"-14" Compound
- Fingerboard Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Position Inlays: MOTO Blocks
- Side Dots: Black
- Number of Frets: 22
- Truss Rod Style: Standard Adjustable
- Truss Rod Nut: Headstock Access
- Nut Material: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.65"
- Fret Size: Medium Nickel/Silver Jescar 47095
- Scale Length: 25.5"
Hardware
- Bridge: Mastery M1
- Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: NV Vibrato
- Bridge Mounting: 2-Stud Standard
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint
- Pickup Covers: White Soapbar
- Control Knobs: White Witch Hat
- Switch Tip: White
- Hardware Finish: Nickel
- Tuning Machines: Novo Die Cast
- String Trees: Vintage-Style Disc
- Tremolo Arm: NV Vibrato Lightning Bolt Arm
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
- Strap Buttons: Dunlop Straplocks
- Output Jack: Front-Mounted 1/4”
Electronics
- Pickup Configuration: SS
- Neck Pickup: Fralin Hum-Cancelling Alnico P-90
- Bridge Pickup: Fralin Hum-Cancelling Alnico P-90
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle
- Auxiliary Switching: None
Miscellaneous
- Accessories: Specifications Sheet, Mastery Literature
- Case/Gig Bag: Novo Deluxe Padded Soft Case
- Serial Number: 26059
- Manufacture Date: 2026
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Novo Serus J Custom Electric Guitar - Sherwood Green with Deluxe Padded Soft Case - Used
$3,859.99
Customer reviews
11,000+ Five-Star Reviews On Reverb
What players say after the guitar arrives
“This is a beautiful guitar…appreciate the free setup and quick ship! Would purchase from this seller again…THANKS!”
“Thank you too for a wonderful experience and an amazing guitar. I appreciate the quick shipment and great customer service.”
“Very fast shipping, arrived in perfect condition, extremely well set up, no adjustments needed at all! Plays and looks great, exactly as advertised.”
“Fast shipping, and great communication from the seller. Pedal arrived quickly and was packaged really well. Would not hesitate to buy again.”
Very well packed! Would be happy to do business again! Thanks!
“Another masterpiece from Taylor. Great service and communication from Haggerty’s crew. Thanks!!!”
“Beautiful guitar, easy txn! Thank you so much! Looking forward to playing this guitar far into the future.”
“Fast shipping, great pedal. Buy with confidence these guys are great to work with!”
“Great shop! Awesome price, super fast shipping, and great packaging of an awesome new pedal! Thanks!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you set up every guitar before it ships?
Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.
How accurate are your condition descriptions?
We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.
Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?
Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.
How do you ship instruments?
Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.
Are you an authorized dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.
Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?
Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.
How long have you been in business?
Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.
Do you offer instrument repair?
Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.
What brands do you carry?
Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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