Maria Triana on SoundBetter

For the past 16 years I worked for Sony Music Entertainment as a Mastering Engineer. There, I had the honor and opportunity to contribute my skills and expertise on many award winning recordings, with artists ranging from Donald Fagen to Wayne Shorter and Britney Spears to Bob Dylan.

Equally versatile in the analog domain as well in the digital realm, I’ve used a variety of DAW tools such as Protools, Izotope RX, Adobe Audition, Pyramix and Sequoia. I have extensive experience in audio restoration, mastering, editing, digitizing and mixing.

I participated in the preservation, digitization and mastering of part of the Metropolitan Opera of NY and Jazz at Lincoln Center Catalogue.

Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.

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Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers
Bob Dylan
Elvis Presley
Whitney Houston
Artful Dodger
Ann-Margret
Dasha Charusha
The O'Jays
Dave Mason
The Ray Conniff Singers
Ray Conniff
Eddie Money
Evelyn "Champagne" King
Mitch Miller
Robert Goulet
Percy Faith
Robert Goulet
Percy Faith
Survivor
Mitch Miller
Diamond Rio
Lea DeLaria
Jagged Edge
Jim Nabors
Billie Holiday
Joanna Wallfisch
Elvis Presley
Loverboy
Survivor
Plácido Domingo
The Shirelles
Miles Davis
Blood, Sweat & Tears
The Byrds
Men at Work
Quiet Riot
Rick Springfield
Robert Goulet
Van Morrison
The Lovin' Spoonful
Bob Dylan
Blue Oyster Cult
Cheap Trick
Elvis Presley
Kansas
Daryl Hall & John Oates
Bangles
Tiffany
Earth, Wind & Fire
The Isley Brothers
Gladys Knight & the Pips
Teddy Pendergrass
Luther Vandross
Barry Manilow
Dolly Parton
REO Speedwagon
Tammy Wynette
Henry Mancini
Johnny Mathis
*NSYNC
J Moss
Eddy Arnold
The Charlie Daniels Band
Miles Davis Quintet
Tito Puente
Tito Puente & His Orchestra
Mario Lanza
John Williams
John Hartford
Donald Fagen
Donald Fagen
Jody Miller
Perry Como
The Memphis Horns
Aretha Franklin
Johnny Mathis
fIREHOSE
Charlie Wilson
Gretchen Wilson
Montgomery Gentry
Ricky Martin
John Denver
Johnny Cash
Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis
Julie Andrews
Carol Burnett
George Duke
Charles Mingus
Blue Oyster Cult
Duke Ellington
Johnny Cash
Johnny Cash
Johnny Cash
Johnny Cash
The Ventures
Kenny G
Luther Vandross
Barry Manilow
Weather Report
The Brecker Brothers
Mahavishnu Orchestra
Stan Getz
Percy Faith
Paul Desmond
The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Dave Brubeck
Bill Withers
John Denver
Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis
The Tubes
Charles Curtis
Miles Davis
Bob Dylan
Junie
Junie Morrison
Ed Ames
Miles Davis
Miles Davis Quintet
Miles Davis
Miles Davis Quintet
Phish
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Dorinda Clark-Cole
Hezekiah Walker
John P. Kee
Johnny Winter
Richard Smallwood
Vanessa Bell Armstrong
Yolanda Adams
Wayne Shorter
Ben Folds
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Elvis Presley
Barry Manilow
Living Colour
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Charles Gerhardt
Dimitri Tiomkin
The Isley Brothers
Cesária Évora
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Bob Dylan
Herbie Hancock
Henry Mancini
Jim Brickman
Lena Horne
Patti LaBelle
Yanni
Aretha Franklin
Bob Dylan
Benny Goodman
Glenn Miller
André Previn
Robert Sadin
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Phish
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Billie Holiday
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Gladys Knight
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Duke Ellington
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Itzhak Perlman
Itzhak Perlman
Jascha Heifetz
Phish
Frank Sinatra
Raul Midón
Raul Midón
Morris Robinson
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Luther Vandross
Maria Schneider
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The Mammals
Weather Report
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Donald Fagen
Richard Butler
Lionel Loueke
Ingrid Jensen
Wayne Shorter Quartet
Brad Mehldau
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Lamb of God
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Reverend J.M. Gates
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James "D-Train" Williams
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Aretha Franklin
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Charles Gerhardt
National Philharmonic Orchestra
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Charles Gerhardt
National Philharmonic Orchestra
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National Philharmonic Orchestra
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Airto Moreira
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National Philharmonic Orchestra
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Carole King
Johnny "Hammond" Smith
Cat Mother & the All Night News Boys
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T.S. Bonniwell
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Miles Davis
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André Kostelanetz & His Orchestra
Sarah Vaughan
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250 Reviews - 56 Repeat Clients

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by Luis L.
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I loved working with Maria! She really listens and her delivery was spot on. A true pro with a beautiful vibe, in my opinion it doesn’t get any better than that!
by Moritz B.
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Maria delivered a wonderful sound, is a warm person and responds quickly. I would definitely work with her again.
by Todd L.
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Immediate repeat client for Maria! Recommend without hesitation!
by Thomas P.
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Her mastering had amazing clarity and power. Fast, efficient and spectacular results. Total seasoned pro with extensive knowledge.
by Alex C.
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Maria has great taste and skills. I loved working with her. She's my go-to for mastering.
by Tim Janis
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Great work
by Mauricio C.
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Maria did a great job with the track I needed mastered. She was familiar with the genere (Cumbia) and provided some background about her experience that told me she was the right person for the job. She also asked for audio references and we also communicated in Spanish which made it easier for me. Very fast turnaround time. I am glad we got to work on this track.
by Todd L.
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Maria is an extraordinary mastering engineer. She made my country song bloom beyond what I thought was possible. A pleasure to work with and will be hiring her again soon!
by Jessica D.
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Was wonderful working with Maria. Very responsive and did a great job bringing out better balance with my mix.
by Tashi C.
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Maria is an excellent engineer! She got my masters back to me so quickly and really improved the tracks - all you can ask for in the mastering process. She was quick and receptive to feedback and I highly recommend her.
by Tim J.
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Great work
by Tim J.
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Great work
by Meghan M.
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So grateful for Maria! I always trust her with my songs; she makes them 10 times better
by Annie K.
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Maria was FANTASTIC!!! She was not only super responsive with communication, but she also really did her homework to ensure the songs resembled our vision for the Christmas album. She really kept the depths and dynamics of my voice from our mixes in tact while still balancing and brightening the sound to be reminiscent of the classic Christmas sound we wanted. I strongly recommend her, and I cannot wait to work with again in the future!
by Vera
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I am grateful for the very fast process, friendly approach, and professional help with my song!
by Alex C.
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Maria does beautiful work, has an excellent ear and gives really good feedback. She's a pleasure to work with.
by Andrew T.
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Maria is an amazing mastering engineer. It was really wonderful working together. She went to great lengths to make sure the tracks were how I had envisioned and got them there. Appreciate all your help, Maria!
by Dan Y.
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This was my 5th album working with Maria. Last year I released an album that I mastered myself with online tools. And when I listen to it, I hear that Maria is missing. Finishing the writing and recording of an album is like finishing a marathon. Knowing I can send it off to Maria for her touches is like my reward. She makes it sound right through any speaker. I love working with Maria.
by Philip P.
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Maria did an excellent job. She was very focused on getting the sound I wanted and explained what she had done and why - which was really helpful for a newb like me! She responded quickly and was open to my suggestions. Would highly recommend!
by Tn T.
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Something about Maria makes music sound better.

Interview with Maria Triana

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I love the camaraderie I have with Marco Spaventi. He is a fantastic engineer. I'm happy to give engineer referrals according to the music style.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: I like to use both. I think they complement each other well. The color and naturality you achieve from using analog plus the flexibility and how surgically you can get when using Digital.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I love to explore and find that unique sound each artist has, to find how I can enhance their voice and their identity through their music.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: They mostly want to know about the signal processing I used on their songs. I love talking about audio, I teach audio and enjoy sharing what I do. I believe we can all grow and learn from each other.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I think it is important to know your clients. I ask for musical references. I want to know their musical taste. Music speaks for itself. Listening to what they're listening to and then to the source I will master gives me an idea of what sonic imprint I should work on.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I have been a mastering engineer for over 20 years. I started as a general assistant at Sony Music Studios. Through learning and experience, I earned the trust of other mastering engineers and became their assistant. I was fortunate to assist and learn from some of the best mastering engineers, who I have always admired. Little by little that led me to become a mastering engineer.