Z.I.P.P.O

Z.I.P.P.O is the stage name of Giuseppe Maffei, an Italian DJ and producer who launched his recording career in March 2014. Based in Italy, Maffei operates under the alias Punctum and runs his own imprint Fides, which serves as one of the primary outlets for his productions. Over the past decade, he has maintained consistent output with 17 releases spanning from his debut in 2014 through scheduled releases extending into late 2025.

His sound centers on peak time and raw techno, with releases distributed across labels including his own Fides, Involve Records, SK_Eleven, Suburban Avenue, and Enemy Records. Z.I.P.P.O's productions range from driving techno designed for peak hours to deeper hypnotic variations, while also incorporating elements of melodic house and techno. His catalog extends beyond pure techno into electronica and breaks, demonstrating versatility across tempo ranges while maintaining focus on dancefloor functionality. The Italian producer's work on multiple established electronic labels indicates consistent quality and industry recognition within the underground techno circuit.