How to Extend the PSP Analog Stick

Sony's PlayStation Portable is a very unique hand-held device that offers a wide catalog of original and PlayStation classic video game titles. It also functions as a portable media player with its music, movie, and UMD capabilities. One of the biggest problems, though, is that the analog stick does a poor job as a regular gaming controller, and is somewhat small and difficult to use. Luckily, there are ways to get a bigger and more substantial analog stick that allow for more comfort and ease of use.

Things You'll Need

• PSP
• Extended PSP analog stick replacement

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Instructions

1. Replace PSP Analog Stick

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     Purchase a set of PSP analog stick replacements. Ingram makes a set that comes in black, white, and blue, and Sumo makes a set that comes in five different sizes. Both of these sets offer extended analog sticks.

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     Remove the stock PSP analog stick. It should snap out of place when gently pried off.

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     Replace with the larger analog stick of your choice. Just like taking it off, the new analog stick will simply snap in place and should be ready to use