What immediately stands out with this Serus J is Dennis Fano's expertise in blending ultra-cool visual aesthetics with exceptional craftsmanship.

Whether clean, overdriven, or right on the edge of breakup, this Fralin P90-equipped Serus J handles it all effortlessly. While it nods to the classic Jazzmaster in appearance, its sound and feel is entirely its own. The blend of P90 snarl with Fender-like twang and snap creates a versatile range of tones that suit a variety of styles.

The comfort of this guitar cannot be overstated. It's incredibly slinky with 10-46 strings, lively and resonant, and features a perfectly rounded, broken-in medium C neck carve. Despite its long scale, the body silhouette makes it feel like a short scale in your hands by shifting how the neck lays out in front of you—lower fret chords are within easy reach, and lead work is a breeze thanks to excellent upper fret access.

Beyond its stellar build quality, playability, and tone, there’s something simply joyous and fun about playing this guitar. You can sense the passion and enjoyment the Novo team pours into crafting these instruments—it’s palpable the moment you pick one up. Before you know it, an hour has flown by, your fingertips are sore, your ears are ringing, and you’re grinning from ear to ear. And really, isn’t that the whole point?