< li>Other models of the same series: SL-PG 490, SL-PG 390 (simpler models, technically very similar)
Predecessor device: SL-PG 580 (up to 1998)
Successor device: SL-PG 5 (from 2002)
Remote control supplied as standard: Tech nics Eur645273. Slightly more functions has that of the successor SL-PG 5 : Eur645275, which works the same way.
Plays even scratched or slightly dirty CDs without problems, unlike other players.
Audio 5/98 "Upper class, 75 points, 4 ears, very good equipment",
Stereoplay 8/99 rated "Good to Very good", sound: 46 points, very good