Oh yeah. I agree. I <3 some Gamecube anyway.
Now.. the SNES controller reigns supreme as the greatest ever. Which is fitting considering the SNES is the greatest console ever.
You've got your standard directional pad. Select, Start. Your XY AB keys for jumping, attacking, blocking, etc. I mean seriously.. that covers it. And it's all wrapped up in a tidy little shape that's easy on the hands and doesn't weigh 15 lbs.