Rod and reel guidance

[QJordan23]

Hey all, this is my first post here. I've always lurked around but never signed up. Anyway, I've been searching and searching for a new rod and reel for this year. I'm looking for a heavy rod for pitching larger jigs and heavier Texas rigs as well as throwing a Carolina rig. Sensitivity and it being fairly light are a must. Total budget is around $450. That is for a rod and reel. I'm also very open to the JDM market as far as reels go.
Thanks in advance.

[Redfish]

Tatula SV and a Dobyns 735 would be a great setup and should fall in your price range.

[Rodster14]

Your ideal set up would be a Shimano Chronarch MGL 8.1 paired with a new GLX jig and worm rod. If you have a tackle shop where you have a good relationship and they are willing to work with you, you should be able to get this setup for just a little bit more than your budget. I think would give that a shot.

[Obz]

Kistler Helium 3 7'H. Daiwa SV103

[kstephes033]

You could go with a new Tatula SV, or Tatula CT type R for a little more capacity and less spendy, plus one of the new tatula elite AGS either 7'4" H or 7'6" H for very close if not under your total depending on where you get the reel... i have both those rods and they are legit, very light, sensitive, and good backbone.

[papabassin]

I'd probably roll with a Megabass Orochi XX Perfect Pitch and pair it with a new Daiwa Tatula SV. Buy them both from The Tackle Trap and use the Tackle Tour discount on the Tatula SV. I believe you'll come out right around $475-ish. That'd be one helluva combo for $475!