the short answer is get the
classic controller if u are getting
only vc games
gamecube controller if u wanna buy
both vc and gamecube games
if you have or planning on getting any gamecube games u need the gamecube controllers either way. i have a few gamecube games and 2 gamecube controllers. its okay but isnt the best controllers for all the systems and the classic controller is better but its not a necessity.
i started a thread on alternatives to classic and gamecube controllers
http://www.wiichat.com/nintendo-wii-...ntrollers.html