[quote name='URABAHN']@naramie, I went the MadCatz route, but I want to caution people on how expensive that is over MK TE for $59. Getting a MadCatz stick will set you back $120-$170, the MK plate costs $39 or $49 for the one with extra Samwa buttons.
I used both sticks and I think the MadCatz stick with an MK plate is better. The buttons are closer, more responsive, and the stick isn't as stiff as the MK TE.
With all that in mind, how much cash do you want to drop on a stick that's only good for MK?[/QUOTE]
MadCatz TE stick can be found on eBay and Craigslist for under $100. I got mine for $70 total on eBay and it was fully functional. Even if the buttons are messed up it's pretty cheap and easy to repair.
I suggest the MadCatz TE over the PDP MK9 stick because it's more versatile, granted it costs more but it can be used for alot more games where as the PDP MK9 game is only good for MK9 and the earlier MK titles. I love the cabinet of the MK9 stick though, the thing is legit.