I have tended not to use the SST in the past but I have found it to be better using it.
If you consider plugging in another device or using your other stick along with the throttle then you may well run into reprogramming issues as a new device may use the ID that is current assigned to your X52.
Despite its nature and the obvious that this may very well offend, unnerve or upset anyone I have found it a rather intriguing and enlighting program (even with my sometimes extreme nature).
The programme is Autopsy: Emergency Room.