Abu Garcia Ambassadeur SX Baitcast Fishing Reel review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
| Brand | Abu Garcia |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Hand Orientation | Right Hand |
| Color | Red-Black |
| Handle Material | Aluminum |
| Item Weight | 1.05 Pounds |
| Bearing Material | Stainless Steel |
product features
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- Round baitcast fishing reel offers premium reliability and power at an exceptional value
- Multi-disc drag system offers forceful, smooth drag across the entire drag range
- Engineered for smoothness with 3 stainless ball bearings and 1 roller bearing
- 6-pin centrifugal brake applies consistent pressure for an exceptionally precise cast
- Compact bent handle, recessed reel foot, and star wheel offer a comfortable feel
- Crafted machined aluminum and a compact bent handle, bringing the anglers hands closer to the action
- Has a multi disk drag system that gives anglers a smooth, consistent reel while holding drag pressure across the entire drag range
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product description
When anglers need the perfect round reel to match nearly any type of fishing situation the Ambassadeur SX steps up to the plate. A blend of quality, high-performance components and toughness in a compact package make the Ambassadeur SX a solid choice for every situation.
product details
- Date First Available : April 3, 2018
- Manufacturer : Abu Garcia
- ASIN : B07BX2V4LY
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Questions about Abu Garcia Ambassadeur SX Baitcast Fishing Reel
Q:
Can this reel hold up to salt and sand? Looking to do some shore fishing on the Pacific
Answer: I use these reels regularly in salt water and have had some of them for 30 years. Take care of it and it will last. Rinse after each use and take it apart for cleaning and oil once a year.
Answer: I fished these reels for years, but stopped they only last one season. I switched to shaman corvalus easey to take apart and clean and last longer
Answer: It cant even hold up to regular freshwater fishing
Answer: I dont know, i only fish in a fresh water lake
Answer: I am sorry I wouldn’t know, I only do fresh water river fishing.
Answer: Yes it can easily. All that needs to be done is rinse it well in fresh water as soon as you can and keep it lubricated well, it will last your lifetime.
Q:
made in sweden or china, can it cast far
Q:
What is the c for on those models?
Answer: C = Reel was Manufactured with 2 ball bearings in the spool or around the spool axle depending on spool design
Answer: Clamshell packaging.
Q:
Is this the 6600 or 5600? Thank you.
Answer: That would be the 5600
Answer: 5600SX, and its great!
Q:
How is it at casting?
Answer:
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Answer: It casts very well I can cast all the line off of it if I’m not careful
Answer: Good
Q:
Does is have a clicker?
Q:
I am seriously considering purchasing one of these for a Muskie reel. Has anyone used it for this? and I assume I need size 6601?
Q:
Is this for left hand retrieve and reel with right hand?
Answer: This is a right hand retrieve
Answer: The reel retrieves with your right hand.
Answer: Yes a right hand retrieve
Q:
Can i use this for bat rays and leapord sharks
Answer: No
Q:
Please let me know if this is for left or right handed ?
Answer: Mine reels with the right hand. Not an issue for this southpaw. I believe the 6601 is the left hand version.
Answer: Mine are right handed only. Been happy with them.
Q:
does thee 6601 have a clicker on it?
Answer: yes
Q:
Does this reel have anti backlashing?
Answer: Not sure. I just use my thumb to stop the reel before you get a bird's nest.
Q:
What are the main difference between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: a little lesser quality than the C3 but still a good value for the money.
Q:
is it made in sweden?? does it have a thumb release for the spool on the bottom, not the side? ??
Q:
dose it have a clicker
Answer: No it doesn't, but great reel anyway
Q:
Is this a wide spool?
Answer: Yes
Q:
Does the 6600 sx have plastic or brass gears?
Answer: 3 stainless steel ball bearings
Q:
is this for right handed people or left handed people?
Answer: The one I bought is for right-handers. He loves it.
Answer: RIGHTHANDED
Q:
Is this product made in Sweden or China?
Answer: I found that "Kunglig Hovleverantor", in Swedish means purveyor to the King and Queen, which probably means that they approve of the item. It should be good, but not necessarily made in Sweden. I'll stick with the "Made in China", sticker.
Answer: There is a "Made in China" sticker on the reel, but there is also a stamp with some writing that looks Swedish on the side of the reel. I'm going to forward this to a Swedish friend to see what it says.
Q:
Where is ity made?
Q:
Is this reel right or left handed
Answer: They are right handed. ..I don't know if they make a left handed one as I have never searched
Answer: Right
Q:
What are the main differencew between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: Line capacity
Answer: Go to their web site and compare them side by side is easiest.
Answer: Size
Q:
What are the main differencew between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: Line capacity
Answer: Go to their web site and compare them side by side is easiest.
Answer: Size
Q:
Does the drag star on the 5600 click when turned??
Answer: Don't know. The drag star on the 6600 does not.
Q:
what is the line capacity?
Answer: Not exactly sure but I put 20 big game on my 4 I own for stripper fishing
Q:
Does the 5601 have a clicker/alarm?
Answer: Yes
Q:
What rod could I use for this reel ?
Answer: I'm using a 10ft. Berkeley glo- stix
Answer: Depends on how you use it, I've got mine on a 6'6" shimano for casting and good lure action.
Q:
What are the main differencew between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: Line capacity
Answer: Go to their web site and compare them side by side is easiest.
Answer: Size
Q:
Is the Centrifugal brake adjustable ? If so , do i need to disassamble the reel to get to it ?
Answer: I have 4 of them, the only adjustment on these reels is the friction adjustment on the side of the reel handle. There is no user centrifugal brake adjustments on this particular model.
Answer: yes the reel has adjustment control knob on the side of the reel no disassemble required
Answer: Yes it is and no you dont have to disassemble the reel. Happy fishing!
Answer: I don´t know because I didn´t use it yet
Q:
where is it made?
Answer: It says Sweden ?
Q:
What are the main differencew between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: Line capacity
Answer: Go to their web site and compare them side by side is easiest.
Answer: Size
Q:
Does the 6600C model have a clicker on it?
Answer: Yes it’s on the left more towards the bottom..I suggest putting a spot of oil there and working it back and forth. Many are quite stiff and this help mine out some.
Q:
is this real made in Sweden
Q:
How much line does it hold
Answer: A lot, I fish in 40 ft of water and never have any issues. I don't have to respool but appx every other year. I mostly us it for cat fishing.
Q:
How is this reel come packaged? Manufacturer Box or manufacturer hard clear plastic...... not the box that Amazon ships in?
Answer: Hard clear plastic.
Answer: Box
Q:
What are the main differencew between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: Line capacity
Answer: Go to their web site and compare them side by side is easiest.
Answer: Size
Q:
Is this good for casting lures for musky?
Answer: I do not recommend it. I was not fond of this reel. Plus, when fishing for musky, I would recommend a 8:1 ratio caster. How this helps
Answer: I wouldn't like using it for casting. It's definitely strong enough but not something I would enjoy casting over and over. I use it for trolling at really slow speeds for Bluecats.
Answer: Yes, I have use it for musky.Small baits works great for the price. If you plan on using mostly big baits step up to the silver series
Answer: Yes
Q:
What are the main differencew between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: Line capacity
Answer: Go to their web site and compare them side by side is easiest.
Answer: Size
Q:
Would it be a good combo for trout and red fish In the bays?
Answer: I have never fished for red fish or big trout. I use it for catching bluecats anywhere from 2lb-35lb. I don' use it for a lot of casting. Mainly I just cast then drift. Hope this helps.
Q:
What does the "C" stand for in the model number?
Answer: Not sure but it does relate to the bearing count: C 3= 3 bearings, C 4= 4 bearings etc.
Q:
What are the main differencew between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer: Line capacity
Answer: Go to their web site and compare them side by side is easiest.
Answer: Size
Q:
Where was this reel made? some are made in Sweden and some in China.
Answer: These are made in china. The "c3" and "C4" series are still made in Sweden- For Now!
Q:
What are the main differences between this reel and a 6500 C3?
Answer:
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Answer: No clue, but i love this reel.
Q:
Does this have the clicker
Answer: Yes works great. Just oil after every use.
Q:
Does it have the clicker on it?
Answer: the previous BCX 6600 line looks 'just like this one, but it did have bait clicker but the quality was sad on bcx,i hope they fixed all the prob. in this SX brother line.fwiw,i do not trust this model at all
Answer: Sure does!
Answer: Yes it does
Q:
Is this good for pay lakeing
Answer: Yes defenetly,,,,
Q:
Is this a push button system? Meaning is it on the bottom of the real or on the top of the real
Answer: It is an open face reel and yes it has a button to release. I love this reel, it is easy to use and I don't backlash with it.
Answer: On top
Q:
does the 5600 have bait clicker?
Answer: No
Answer: Yes.
Answer: Yes it does
Q:
Left handed retrieve bait caster reels
Q:
What is the line capacity for the 6600?
Answer: 230 yards of 14lb mono
Product reviews of Abu Garcia Ambassadeur SX Baitcast Fishing Reel
Nay : Abu Garcia Ambassador 6600
I like the reel but it's on back order I guess. My account keeps saying " needs approval ".
Vince C : Worth the money.
First off, if you read the fishing forums, you will see a lot of people say that these reels are junk. I'm sure this is because they're made in China. But I truly believe that a majority of the people on the net who are calling these reels junk have never owned one, fished with one or even handled one.
I purchased three of these to be used for catfishing. I'm primarily a bass fisherman so I'm not going to invest a lot of money in my catfishing gear. I wanted three setups for channel cats up to about 25lbs. I live in NJ and I don't have to worry about hooking blue cats or flatheads.
I have a old Abu 6000 and a newer Abu 5501C3. The Abu 6000 is right hand retrieve and the 5501 is left handed retrieve. For those of you who didn't know, if an Abu the model number ends with 01 it's a left hand retrieve. I'm right handed but I'm more comfortable with left handed baitcasters. The 5501 is a great reel but I wanted something a little larger and with a clicker.
Upon taking the SX6601 out of the box the first thing I noticed is that is seemed smaller than my 6000. I compared the two side by side and the frames and the spools were the same size. I believe that the SX6601 appears smaller because of the contoured handle and the recessed reel foot. But this is a good thing as it feels a lot less bulky in the hand. When cranking the reel it felt as smooth as the C3. I opened up the reel and saw that the main gears were brass. However, the gear at the end of the spool opposite the side where the main gears are, is made of plastic. I don't recall if my C3 is the same and I didn't bother to check. The line guide is made of plastic and it does seem a bit delicate. The clickers on all three reels are a bit on the quiet side and took some breaking in to turn them on and off with ease. Based on what I saw, it appears that the reel is worth the price. I've read that people were having problems with the clicker failing on these reels. I recall that this happened with my 6000 in the past and it was an easy fix.
So, I spooled them up with 60 lb braid, tied on a 3oz weight and went out to a field to see how they casted. I was impressed with how far it casted for a reel this price. Maybe not as smooth casting as my other Abu's but not bad at all. And like my other Abu's, is was hard to get a backlash. The drag seemed good from what I can tell without actually catching a big fish. But I'm not too concerned with the drag when fishing with 60lb braid and fiber glass rods. I don't plan on using these reels for spring and fall stripers. For them I will stick to Abu 7000 cs pro rockets.
The only other reels that I've had experience with in the same price range is the Shimano Corvalus 400 and the Ming Yang CL60L. The Corvalus isn't as smooth, doesn't cast as far and I have had problems with the spool release getting stuck. The Ming Yang is built like a tank with more metal parts and has a really loud clicker. Not as smooth as the Abu and doesn't cast as far but it's about $20.00 cheaper that the Abu. Both the CL60L and Corvalus 400 are a bit wider than the Abu 6000 series reels. So if you're considering this reel as an inexpensive beater for catfish, I would definitely go for it. Or, of you don't mind the extra weight and size the Ming Yang is hard to beat for the price.
I will try to update this review at a later time after I get a chance to put the reel through some tests and actually catch some fish with them.
Update: I finally had a chance to spend some time on the river and catch some cats with these reels. The biggest was about 12lbs. With a pretty strong current, I had absolutely no problems with the reels. The drags performed flawlessly.
I purchased three of these to be used for catfishing. I'm primarily a bass fisherman so I'm not going to invest a lot of money in my catfishing gear. I wanted three setups for channel cats up to about 25lbs. I live in NJ and I don't have to worry about hooking blue cats or flatheads.
I have a old Abu 6000 and a newer Abu 5501C3. The Abu 6000 is right hand retrieve and the 5501 is left handed retrieve. For those of you who didn't know, if an Abu the model number ends with 01 it's a left hand retrieve. I'm right handed but I'm more comfortable with left handed baitcasters. The 5501 is a great reel but I wanted something a little larger and with a clicker.
Upon taking the SX6601 out of the box the first thing I noticed is that is seemed smaller than my 6000. I compared the two side by side and the frames and the spools were the same size. I believe that the SX6601 appears smaller because of the contoured handle and the recessed reel foot. But this is a good thing as it feels a lot less bulky in the hand. When cranking the reel it felt as smooth as the C3. I opened up the reel and saw that the main gears were brass. However, the gear at the end of the spool opposite the side where the main gears are, is made of plastic. I don't recall if my C3 is the same and I didn't bother to check. The line guide is made of plastic and it does seem a bit delicate. The clickers on all three reels are a bit on the quiet side and took some breaking in to turn them on and off with ease. Based on what I saw, it appears that the reel is worth the price. I've read that people were having problems with the clicker failing on these reels. I recall that this happened with my 6000 in the past and it was an easy fix.
So, I spooled them up with 60 lb braid, tied on a 3oz weight and went out to a field to see how they casted. I was impressed with how far it casted for a reel this price. Maybe not as smooth casting as my other Abu's but not bad at all. And like my other Abu's, is was hard to get a backlash. The drag seemed good from what I can tell without actually catching a big fish. But I'm not too concerned with the drag when fishing with 60lb braid and fiber glass rods. I don't plan on using these reels for spring and fall stripers. For them I will stick to Abu 7000 cs pro rockets.
The only other reels that I've had experience with in the same price range is the Shimano Corvalus 400 and the Ming Yang CL60L. The Corvalus isn't as smooth, doesn't cast as far and I have had problems with the spool release getting stuck. The Ming Yang is built like a tank with more metal parts and has a really loud clicker. Not as smooth as the Abu and doesn't cast as far but it's about $20.00 cheaper that the Abu. Both the CL60L and Corvalus 400 are a bit wider than the Abu 6000 series reels. So if you're considering this reel as an inexpensive beater for catfish, I would definitely go for it. Or, of you don't mind the extra weight and size the Ming Yang is hard to beat for the price.
I will try to update this review at a later time after I get a chance to put the reel through some tests and actually catch some fish with them.
Update: I finally had a chance to spend some time on the river and catch some cats with these reels. The biggest was about 12lbs. With a pretty strong current, I had absolutely no problems with the reels. The drags performed flawlessly.
Johnathan Bradford : Great Reel
Good smooth reel. Casts great. Well worth the money. It will handle big fish.
Sam : Good quality
Good quality
Felicíssimo Freitas : Five Stars
Excellent!
Amazon Customer : Easy casting and smooth operation
I used this reel in saltwater. So far I've landed an 8# redfish and several smaller size saltwater fish. I can't wait for the flounder run. Very smooth reel!
Amazon Customer : No drag
1st trip striper fishing drag stop working no drag.felt good in the hand cast great.replacement on the way, see how it holds up
JKK : The same as I remembered the abu garcia. I ...
The same as I remembered the abu garcia. I had a green abu garcia and gave up the open face reel for spin cast but I am home once again.
Vince C : Worth the money.
First off, if you read the fishing forums, you will see a lot of people say that these reels are junk. I'm sure this is because they're made in China. But I truly believe that a majority of the people on the net who are calling these reels junk have never owned one, fished with one or even handled one.
I purchased three of these to be used for catfishing. I'm primarily a bass fisherman so I'm not going to invest a lot of money in my catfishing gear. I wanted three setups for channel cats up to about 25lbs. I live in NJ and I don't have to worry about hooking blue cats or flatheads.
I have a old Abu 6000 and a newer Abu 5501C3. The Abu 6000 is right hand retrieve and the 5501 is left handed retrieve. For those of you who didn't know, if an Abu the model number ends with 01 it's a left hand retrieve. I'm right handed but I'm more comfortable with left handed baitcasters. The 5501 is a great reel but I wanted something a little larger and with a clicker.
Upon taking the SX6601 out of the box the first thing I noticed is that is seemed smaller than my 6000. I compared the two side by side and the frames and the spools were the same size. I believe that the SX6601 appears smaller because of the contoured handle and the recessed reel foot. But this is a good thing as it feels a lot less bulky in the hand. When cranking the reel it felt as smooth as the C3. I opened up the reel and saw that the main gears were brass. However, the gear at the end of the spool opposite the side where the main gears are, is made of plastic. I don't recall if my C3 is the same and I didn't bother to check. The line guide is made of plastic and it does seem a bit delicate. The clickers on all three reels are a bit on the quiet side and took some breaking in to turn them on and off with ease. Based on what I saw, it appears that the reel is worth the price. I've read that people were having problems with the clicker failing on these reels. I recall that this happened with my 6000 in the past and it was an easy fix.
So, I spooled them up with 60 lb braid, tied on a 3oz weight and went out to a field to see how they casted. I was impressed with how far it casted for a reel this price. Maybe not as smooth casting as my other Abu's but not bad at all. And like my other Abu's, is was hard to get a backlash. The drag seemed good from what I can tell without actually catching a big fish. But I'm not too concerned with the drag when fishing with 60lb braid and fiber glass rods. I don't plan on using these reels for spring and fall stripers. For them I will stick to Abu 7000 cs pro rockets.
The only other reels that I've had experience with in the same price range is the Shimano Corvalus 400 and the Ming Yang CL60L. The Corvalus isn't as smooth, doesn't cast as far and I have had problems with the spool release getting stuck. The Ming Yang is built like a tank with more metal parts and has a really loud clicker. Not as smooth as the Abu and doesn't cast as far but it's about $20.00 cheaper that the Abu. Both the CL60L and Corvalus 400 are a bit wider than the Abu 6000 series reels. So if you're considering this reel as an inexpensive beater for catfish, I would definitely go for it. Or, of you don't mind the extra weight and size the Ming Yang is hard to beat for the price.
I will try to update this review at a later time after I get a chance to put the reel through some tests and actually catch some fish with them.
Update: I finally had a chance to spend some time on the river and catch some cats with these reels. The biggest was about 12lbs. With a pretty strong current, I had absolutely no problems with the reels. The drags performed flawlessly.
I purchased three of these to be used for catfishing. I'm primarily a bass fisherman so I'm not going to invest a lot of money in my catfishing gear. I wanted three setups for channel cats up to about 25lbs. I live in NJ and I don't have to worry about hooking blue cats or flatheads.
I have a old Abu 6000 and a newer Abu 5501C3. The Abu 6000 is right hand retrieve and the 5501 is left handed retrieve. For those of you who didn't know, if an Abu the model number ends with 01 it's a left hand retrieve. I'm right handed but I'm more comfortable with left handed baitcasters. The 5501 is a great reel but I wanted something a little larger and with a clicker.
Upon taking the SX6601 out of the box the first thing I noticed is that is seemed smaller than my 6000. I compared the two side by side and the frames and the spools were the same size. I believe that the SX6601 appears smaller because of the contoured handle and the recessed reel foot. But this is a good thing as it feels a lot less bulky in the hand. When cranking the reel it felt as smooth as the C3. I opened up the reel and saw that the main gears were brass. However, the gear at the end of the spool opposite the side where the main gears are, is made of plastic. I don't recall if my C3 is the same and I didn't bother to check. The line guide is made of plastic and it does seem a bit delicate. The clickers on all three reels are a bit on the quiet side and took some breaking in to turn them on and off with ease. Based on what I saw, it appears that the reel is worth the price. I've read that people were having problems with the clicker failing on these reels. I recall that this happened with my 6000 in the past and it was an easy fix.
So, I spooled them up with 60 lb braid, tied on a 3oz weight and went out to a field to see how they casted. I was impressed with how far it casted for a reel this price. Maybe not as smooth casting as my other Abu's but not bad at all. And like my other Abu's, is was hard to get a backlash. The drag seemed good from what I can tell without actually catching a big fish. But I'm not too concerned with the drag when fishing with 60lb braid and fiber glass rods. I don't plan on using these reels for spring and fall stripers. For them I will stick to Abu 7000 cs pro rockets.
The only other reels that I've had experience with in the same price range is the Shimano Corvalus 400 and the Ming Yang CL60L. The Corvalus isn't as smooth, doesn't cast as far and I have had problems with the spool release getting stuck. The Ming Yang is built like a tank with more metal parts and has a really loud clicker. Not as smooth as the Abu and doesn't cast as far but it's about $20.00 cheaper that the Abu. Both the CL60L and Corvalus 400 are a bit wider than the Abu 6000 series reels. So if you're considering this reel as an inexpensive beater for catfish, I would definitely go for it. Or, of you don't mind the extra weight and size the Ming Yang is hard to beat for the price.
I will try to update this review at a later time after I get a chance to put the reel through some tests and actually catch some fish with them.
Update: I finally had a chance to spend some time on the river and catch some cats with these reels. The biggest was about 12lbs. With a pretty strong current, I had absolutely no problems with the reels. The drags performed flawlessly.
Vince C : Worth the money.
First off, if you read the fishing forums, you will see a lot of people say that these reels are junk. I'm sure this is because they're made in China. But I truly believe that a majority of the people on the net who are calling these reels junk have never owned one, fished with one or even handled one.
I purchased three of these to be used for catfishing. I'm primarily a bass fisherman so I'm not going to invest a lot of money in my catfishing gear. I wanted three setups for channel cats up to about 25lbs. I live in NJ and I don't have to worry about hooking blue cats or flatheads.
I have a old Abu 6000 and a newer Abu 5501C3. The Abu 6000 is right hand retrieve and the 5501 is left handed retrieve. For those of you who didn't know, if an Abu the model number ends with 01 it's a left hand retrieve. I'm right handed but I'm more comfortable with left handed baitcasters. The 5501 is a great reel but I wanted something a little larger and with a clicker.
Upon taking the SX6601 out of the box the first thing I noticed is that is seemed smaller than my 6000. I compared the two side by side and the frames and the spools were the same size. I believe that the SX6601 appears smaller because of the contoured handle and the recessed reel foot. But this is a good thing as it feels a lot less bulky in the hand. When cranking the reel it felt as smooth as the C3. I opened up the reel and saw that the main gears were brass. However, the gear at the end of the spool opposite the side where the main gears are, is made of plastic. I don't recall if my C3 is the same and I didn't bother to check. The line guide is made of plastic and it does seem a bit delicate. The clickers on all three reels are a bit on the quiet side and took some breaking in to turn them on and off with ease. Based on what I saw, it appears that the reel is worth the price. I've read that people were having problems with the clicker failing on these reels. I recall that this happened with my 6000 in the past and it was an easy fix.
So, I spooled them up with 60 lb braid, tied on a 3oz weight and went out to a field to see how they casted. I was impressed with how far it casted for a reel this price. Maybe not as smooth casting as my other Abu's but not bad at all. And like my other Abu's, is was hard to get a backlash. The drag seemed good from what I can tell without actually catching a big fish. But I'm not too concerned with the drag when fishing with 60lb braid and fiber glass rods. I don't plan on using these reels for spring and fall stripers. For them I will stick to Abu 7000 cs pro rockets.
The only other reels that I've had experience with in the same price range is the Shimano Corvalus 400 and the Ming Yang CL60L. The Corvalus isn't as smooth, doesn't cast as far and I have had problems with the spool release getting stuck. The Ming Yang is built like a tank with more metal parts and has a really loud clicker. Not as smooth as the Abu and doesn't cast as far but it's about $20.00 cheaper that the Abu. Both the CL60L and Corvalus 400 are a bit wider than the Abu 6000 series reels. So if you're considering this reel as an inexpensive beater for catfish, I would definitely go for it. Or, of you don't mind the extra weight and size the Ming Yang is hard to beat for the price.
I will try to update this review at a later time after I get a chance to put the reel through some tests and actually catch some fish with them.
Update: I finally had a chance to spend some time on the river and catch some cats with these reels. The biggest was about 12lbs. With a pretty strong current, I had absolutely no problems with the reels. The drags performed flawlessly.
I purchased three of these to be used for catfishing. I'm primarily a bass fisherman so I'm not going to invest a lot of money in my catfishing gear. I wanted three setups for channel cats up to about 25lbs. I live in NJ and I don't have to worry about hooking blue cats or flatheads.
I have a old Abu 6000 and a newer Abu 5501C3. The Abu 6000 is right hand retrieve and the 5501 is left handed retrieve. For those of you who didn't know, if an Abu the model number ends with 01 it's a left hand retrieve. I'm right handed but I'm more comfortable with left handed baitcasters. The 5501 is a great reel but I wanted something a little larger and with a clicker.
Upon taking the SX6601 out of the box the first thing I noticed is that is seemed smaller than my 6000. I compared the two side by side and the frames and the spools were the same size. I believe that the SX6601 appears smaller because of the contoured handle and the recessed reel foot. But this is a good thing as it feels a lot less bulky in the hand. When cranking the reel it felt as smooth as the C3. I opened up the reel and saw that the main gears were brass. However, the gear at the end of the spool opposite the side where the main gears are, is made of plastic. I don't recall if my C3 is the same and I didn't bother to check. The line guide is made of plastic and it does seem a bit delicate. The clickers on all three reels are a bit on the quiet side and took some breaking in to turn them on and off with ease. Based on what I saw, it appears that the reel is worth the price. I've read that people were having problems with the clicker failing on these reels. I recall that this happened with my 6000 in the past and it was an easy fix.
So, I spooled them up with 60 lb braid, tied on a 3oz weight and went out to a field to see how they casted. I was impressed with how far it casted for a reel this price. Maybe not as smooth casting as my other Abu's but not bad at all. And like my other Abu's, is was hard to get a backlash. The drag seemed good from what I can tell without actually catching a big fish. But I'm not too concerned with the drag when fishing with 60lb braid and fiber glass rods. I don't plan on using these reels for spring and fall stripers. For them I will stick to Abu 7000 cs pro rockets.
The only other reels that I've had experience with in the same price range is the Shimano Corvalus 400 and the Ming Yang CL60L. The Corvalus isn't as smooth, doesn't cast as far and I have had problems with the spool release getting stuck. The Ming Yang is built like a tank with more metal parts and has a really loud clicker. Not as smooth as the Abu and doesn't cast as far but it's about $20.00 cheaper that the Abu. Both the CL60L and Corvalus 400 are a bit wider than the Abu 6000 series reels. So if you're considering this reel as an inexpensive beater for catfish, I would definitely go for it. Or, of you don't mind the extra weight and size the Ming Yang is hard to beat for the price.
I will try to update this review at a later time after I get a chance to put the reel through some tests and actually catch some fish with them.
Update: I finally had a chance to spend some time on the river and catch some cats with these reels. The biggest was about 12lbs. With a pretty strong current, I had absolutely no problems with the reels. The drags performed flawlessly.
Debbie P. : ... to replace my old Ambassador reel that I really loved. My uncle recommended this reel
I had to replace my old Ambassador reel that I really loved. My uncle recommended this reel. It is my all time favorite. It reels smoothly. Its lightweight, easy to figure out. I just love it.
Sara Strickland : Like
Happy with purchase
Luinux : Simplemente Lo mejor
Es un carrete de perfil alto ideal para agua dulce o salada, muy ligero y cómodo, se puede castear durante largo rato sin cansarse, no se enreda para nada, incluso contra el aire, además su estética es asombrosa, ideal para llegar a lugares lejanos al castear, su recuperacion, así como la capacidad me resultan todo terreno. lo recomiendo ampliamente.
Jesse Woods : Great reel
We use them carp fishing, we have reeled in alot of big fish over twenty pounds
Amazon Customer : Five Stars
Just what I wanted
Nay : Abu Garcia Ambassador 6600
I like the reel but it's on back order I guess. My account keeps saying " needs approval ".
gma : Glad I found a left handed one
Husband loves this. Glad I found a left handed one. Great quality.
David Cernek : Four Stars
really good reel one of the best purchases I've made in a couple months
Paul : Decent reel but not worth the price. Parts are ...
Decent reel but not worth the price. Parts are very cheaply made and it makes scratchy noises. I would buy another reel instead of this one if I could go back in time.
Sam : Good quality
Good quality
CP : FAKE
MAde in China, Don't last buy the one from made in SWEDEN
Adan Monsibaiz : It's a great deal for the price!
Excellent reel, I use it for catfish, first catfish that I caught with it was 16 lbs and didn't have any problems with it. I use 20 lb braided line and a 3 oz weight on my rig.
Amazon Customer : No drag
1st trip striper fishing drag stop working no drag.felt good in the hand cast great.replacement on the way, see how it holds up
michal : Five Stars
Very good
Amazon Customer : Five Stars
Perfect!
mom : Doesn’t seem to nest
Very smooth so far no complaints
michal : Five Stars
Very good
michal : Five Stars
Very good
Bill F. : Five Stars
Nice reel.
William Cuthill : Already had two which I really like, so why take a chance on something else ...
Already had two which I really like, so why take a chance on something else they work great for the money they cost.
Marcos Mota : Five Stars
Nice
Ros Caraos : Can't wait to go fishing with my new abu garcia ...
Can't wait to go fishing with my new abu garcia. My low profile will be my backup reel now.
Luinux : Simplemente Lo mejor
Es un carrete de perfil alto ideal para agua dulce o salada, muy ligero y cómodo, se puede castear durante largo rato sin cansarse, no se enreda para nada, incluso contra el aire, además su estética es asombrosa, ideal para llegar a lugares lejanos al castear, su recuperacion, así como la capacidad me resultan todo terreno. lo recomiendo ampliamente.
CP : FAKE
MAde in China, Don't last buy the one from made in SWEDEN
Kenneth W. Barrett : Abu Garcia 6600 SX
Paired with Okuma Classic Pro Rod for great addition to my fishing equipment arsenal.
Amazon Customer : it works
Great reel for the price especially when left handed, should catch more fish though
Luinux : Simplemente Lo mejor
Es un carrete de perfil alto ideal para agua dulce o salada, muy ligero y cómodo, se puede castear durante largo rato sin cansarse, no se enreda para nada, incluso contra el aire, además su estética es asombrosa, ideal para llegar a lugares lejanos al castear, su recuperacion, así como la capacidad me resultan todo terreno. lo recomiendo ampliamente.
jose maria : Five Stars
excelent
Prostreet : Great deal
Great reel fast service
Yiwu : Abu Garcia Ambassadeur SX Round Reel- AMBSX-6601 (Left handle position)
Very good product. My dad loves it.
William Cuthill : Already had two which I really like, so why take a chance on something else ...
Already had two which I really like, so why take a chance on something else they work great for the money they cost.
D. Unzeitig : Abu Garcia 6601
My husband had one of these and liked it so well that he wanted another one. I don't go fishing so I can only go by what he says about an item and he thinks these are great.
Outdoor Family : Fish killer!!
On my way to Alaska this summer fishing with my daughter. My last Abu Garcia has Lasted me 20 years. Can't wait to slaughter some Sockeye!!!!
wade : Unimpressed
Didn’t preform as I had hoped. Not very smooth letting the line out as you fish the river.
Felicíssimo Freitas : Five Stars
Excellent!
Amazon Customer : it works
Great reel for the price especially when left handed, should catch more fish though
jose maria : Five Stars
excelent
**VARE** : Espectacular
Muy bueno
**VARE** : Espectacular
Muy bueno
Rachel A. Fernandez : Reel
My husband loves the reel
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