I don't ED on PC, but I now use a VPC Constellation Alpha with a T-50C throttle for my other sims and the software for those sort of feels like I need to be a programmer to get it just right.

Saitek's X52 defines precise flight simulator operation, employing a multifunction LCD for easy access to your radio stack navigation in Microsoft’s Flight Simulator X. I was hoping that would work with MS Flight Sim when it launches next month but there's no way to install the plug-in without the software. Detents (physical markings indicating where a certain action activates) simplify control of your craft’s idle, afterburners and reverse thrusters.Assign a color to each button's tri-state LED, and then make adjustments via controller settings within joy. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Spent the day (yes, a whole day) customising the profile recommended above (don't need the Driving mode since I use a wheel for that, so I took the opportunity to use that third mode to give me a few more commands), and took it for a quick test drive in the training simulations.

This joystick/throttle quadrant looks like a nice christmas gift for me (well a graphics card would be an even better one! When moving the stick slightly to the left (only a few millimeters) the X axis makes full rudder movement. I really enjoy all the customizations available thru the control software and it makes switching ships in ED a lot easier when changing from mining to combat.

And to promote maximum comfort during long flights, the joystick's handle also features contours which harmonize with your digits. You can then use the buttons residing below the Multifunction Display (MFD) to cycle through essential radio stack functions.

The only problem I have encountered to date is the MFD (Multi-function display) on the throttle stick. The grip has enough buttons that more often than not you won’t be able to think of enough things to bind to every button. Illuminated buttons and LCD display, Dual-spring centering mechanism, adjustable throttle, 3D twist rudder control, and much more. It made my old(but excellent) MS Sidewinder feel like I had been flying with "stone knives and bearskins". The X-52 Pro's LCD screen – with adjustable backlighting – enables you to view information about your button configurations with only a quick glance.Logitech X52 Pro Flight Control System offers a wide range of features: the powerful programming software allows you to configure flight joystick and throttle control as you wish. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Illuminated critical buttons on the stick and throttle let you know where to press when time is of the essence. I have had an original CH yoke and I now use the CH Eclipse and CH rudder pedals in my main sim setup in my basement and even though they are great yokes, I can fly more precise with the X52 Pro. I don't think I'll ever train myself to find the right buttons at the right time, nor find an arrangement that's comfortable.