Megabass Respect 24
Il Sirius is one of Megabass’ signature color schemes, conceived around 2002 when the brand began pushing new boundaries in lure painting. It is famed for its unique holographic stripe pattern, a technical challenge at the time, where the holographic, or Guaniam (IL Illusion) paint, is applied only to the lure’s lateral stripe sections. This creates a brilliant contrast with the lure’s back, which features an illusion paint that subtly changes hue depending on the angle of the light.
This complex presentation results in a delicate yet assertive flash, mimicking a wounded baitfish with scales that have begun to peel or flicker erratically. The color is known for its moderate appeal and under-the-radar presence, making it ideal for clear water and high-pressure fishing where a full chrome or aggressive color might spook wary fish. It is a highly versatile pattern, often found on both jerkbaits (like the Vision Oneten) and topwater plugs (like the PopMax), offering a subdued but highly effective flash that triggers reaction bites.