I'm really happy with this thing. I was considering getting the RG SP but it was a solid $20-30 more expensive, since it's the newest model. Meanwhile, good offers were being made for the 34XX-SP which is basically the same device.
Initial impressions:
- The yellow model looks great IRL. It's less saturated than in the picture.
- 4:3 games are really not that small on the screen, the bezels aren't an issue like everyone says they are.
- Controls are great, they're clicky but not annoying or loud. The bumpers are way better than the ones in the RG35XX-H. I'm surprised how much I love the thin D-pad. The only thing I actively dislike is how loud the function button is.
Do you get irritated by those analog sticks?
Not at all. They're not in the way when I'm playing on the Dpad or face buttons so after some time you forget they're even there. The device would visually look cleaner without them, so I can see why some people would prefer the new one without the sticks.
As for playing on the sticks, they're OK. They're quite small and not super comfy, but they're definitely nice to have if you're playing a game that uses them like some PS1 racing games.