The EH105 has seen a resurgence in popularity among and synthwave producers. Its limited editing capabilities and unique Italian "character" offer a sound that differs from the cleaner digital units of the same era. ETI Guide to Making Music 1988 - World Radio History
The Elka EH105 is a rare Italian-made arranger and synthesizer from 1986 that captures the gritty, digital charm of the late-80s "Italo Disco" era.
, but smaller home-focused units like the EH105 were essential to their catalog until the market was largely taken over by Japanese manufacturers like Casio and Yamaha.
: It includes a built-in sequencer with an auto-bass accompaniment and various rhythm functions (tempo, variation, etc.).