I actually don't fish spinnerbait much, but most of my success has come on a white spinnerbait slow rolled in cold water or drug through timber in stained water. I like a big Colorado blade for both scenarios.
The other way I fish is with multiple willow leaf blades and burnin' it in a bright color. Do this mostly around smallmouth waters, but can work in places a buzzbait would work.
I'm no expert, but hope that helps.
RJP