Anssi Kippo

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Anssi Kippi
Born (1976-09-05) 5 September 1976 (age 47)
NationalityFinnish
OccupationRecord Producer
Notable work Children of Bodom, Ensiferum, Sonata Arctica

Anssi Kippo (born 5 September 1976) is a Finnish record producer and sound engineer, known for his work in the Finnish Heavy metal music scene. [1] Kippo founded Astia Studios in 1994 and has produced and engineered many musical acts over the years. Kippo continues to manage both Astia A and B studios. [2]

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Career

Kippo started his career as a sound engineer in the early 2000s, and quickly gained a reputation for his technical expertise and attention to detail. He has worked with a variety of Finnish metal bands, including Children of Bodom, Ensiferum, Sonata Arctica, and many others. [3]

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References

  1. "Anssi Kippo - Encyclopaedia Metallum: The Metal Archives". www.metal-archives.com. Retrieved 2023-05-02.
  2. "Analog recording | Energy of your music on a whole new level!" . Retrieved 2023-05-02.
  3. "Anssi Kippo Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic. Retrieved 2023-05-02.