The most sought-after feature on late-model EH105s is the . It is not a sampled drum machine; rather, it is an analog rhythm box that generates "bass drum" (a low thump), "snare" (white noise burst), and "hi-hat" (filtered noise). Preset rhythms include:
Offers a wide variety of preset digital sounds that capture the bright, glassy textures of the mid-80s. elka eh105
| Feature | Elka EH105 | Crumar Performer | Yamaha SK-20 | Farfisa Polychrome | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | $350 | $900 | $600 | $1,200+ | | Sound | Dark, gritty, lo-fi | Bright, lush, orchestral | Aggressive, brassy | Smooth, stringy | | Ensemble Effect | Great, but noisy | Legendary (BBD) | Good (unusual) | Excellent | | Build Quality | Plastic, fragile | Metal, heavy | Wood, tank | Metal, heavy | | Best For | Bedroom pop, noise | Prog, ambient | Punk, indie | Film scores | The most sought-after feature on late-model EH105s is the
Includes a sequencer/arranger with built-in bass and rhythm patterns. Connectivity: | Feature | Elka EH105 | Crumar Performer
Despite its age, the EH105 includes features that make it usable in modern setups:
, a prominent Italian brand based in the Marque region, once a global hub for keyboard production. Released in 1986, the EH 105 arrived just as the Italian industry was struggling to compete with Japanese digital giants like Yamaha and Casio. It is characterized as a "hybrid" instrument, combining elements of an arranger keyboard digital synthesis Technical Specifications