Megabass X-80 MAGNUM+1 GLX Shiny Red Head – Deep-Diving Saltwater Minnow Lure

Overview

The Megabass X-80 MAGNUM+1 GLX Shiny Red Head is a deep-diving minnow lure designed for saltwater versatility. At 4.5 inches long and 0.6 oz, it pairs a compact profile with a surprisingly aggressive action to cover water columns where game fish hunt.

Finessed for long casts and stable retrieves, this lure blends a front-projected body with a low center of gravity and a tungsten balancer. The result is smoother flow during casts and a responsive presence at mid and deeper depths without excess effort.

Key specifications

• Length: 4.5 inches (115 mm)
• Weight: 0.6 oz (18 g)
• Type: Sinking
• Depth: Up to 9.5 ft (2.8 m)
• Hook: #6 x 3

Design and performance

The lure incorporates Megabass’ signature balance concept, sometimes described as a “triple gravity movement.” A high-density tungsten balancer combines with a slim profile to extend casts, maintain stability in wind, and deliver a crisp bite-triggering feel on the retrieve.

The front-projected body design reduces drag through the air and water, helping you reach sunlit shallows or shadowed structure with less effort and more control. The glossy Shiny Red Head catches light and tends to stand out against varying water tones, potentially aiding visibility at depth.

Angler scenarios and versatility

Ideal for steep surf or high banks, riverside pockets, and boats cruising into deeper channels where bass and larger saltwater predators stage. Use along pilings, drop-offs, weed edges, and current seams to provoke reaction strikes from fish that key on baitfish moving at depth. The 0.6 oz weight keeps the lure responsive without sacrificing control during aggressive retrieves.

Why consider the X-80 MAGNUM+1

• Long casting reach helps you access productive zones from a distance.
• Deep-diving action targets mid-to-deep water where many predators hunt.
• Balanced feedback on bites improves confidence during the retrieve.
• Compact form reduces drag for smoother, more consistent performance.