MEINL Aric Improta Arcwave Artist Design Cymbal - 22 in.

There’s something compelling about a cymbal shaped by an artist’s point of view, and the MEINL Aric Improta Arcwave Artist Design cymbal reflects that through Aric’s own creative perspective. He describes the engraving as a visual interpretation of a flow state—“that feeling of intense focus with effortless action”—and worked closely with MEINL to translate that idea into a design that moves organically across the bronze surface. As part of the limited-edition Artist Design Series, each Arcwave cymbal is serialized and features artwork Aric Improta created specifically for this project, turning his concept into a visual experience drummers can engage with in real time. The result is a piece that serves as a reminder of intention and focus, echoing the mindset he brings to his playing.

Engraved Artwork With a Creative Vision

The Arcwave cymbal transforms Improta’s instrument of choice into a canvas for abstract expression. Each serialized piece in the Artist Design Series features engraved artwork contributed by MEINL artists, blending musical function with personal creative identity. Rather than existing as decoration alone, the engraving acts as a direct extension of Aric Improta’s concept—turning the cymbal into a physical reminder of focus, movement and expressive intent.

A Bronze Design Built for Real-World Playing

While the engraved artwork sits at the center of the Arcwave’s visual identity, the cymbal remains grounded in MEINL’s approach to practical instrument design. The bronze surface supports expressive playing without compromise, allowing drummers to move naturally between performance and visual engagement. Subtle depth and detail enhance the cymbal’s presence while preserving its role as a functional, performance-ready instrument.

Aric Improta and the Arcwave Artist Design Cymbal

Aric Improta is widely recognized for a performance style that merges physical movement, rhythmic complexity and visual storytelling. Known for his work with Night Verses and his past role in Fever 333, he approaches the drum kit as both a musical and artistic medium. That philosophy directly informs the Arcwave design, offering drummers a cymbal shaped by the same focus, creativity and intensity that define his boundary-pushing approach on stage.