Slab Contrasted Isku 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Polyphonic' by Monotype, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Mislab Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, industrial, newspaper, heritage, authoritative, sturdy, impact, authority, legibility, print feel, compact set, bracketed, square serif, compact, robust, high-ink.
A compact slab-serif with sturdy, bracketed rectangular serifs and a heavy, ink-trap-free build. Stems are firm and vertical, with moderate stroke modulation that shows most clearly in curved letters and numerals. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be conservative, producing dense, dark text color. Terminals are blunt and squared, while curves are smoothly drawn rather than mechanical, giving the face a consistent, workmanlike rhythm across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, and short blocks where a dense slab-serif voice adds impact and structure. It can work in editorial contexts for titles and pull quotes, and it’s also a natural fit for branding, labels, and packaging that benefit from a strong, traditional typographic backbone.
The overall tone is confident and utilitarian, with a classic print-and-poster sensibility. It reads as dependable and slightly old-school, suggesting editorial gravity and a no-nonsense voice rather than delicacy or playfulness.
The design appears aimed at delivering a compact, high-impact slab-serif texture that stays legible while projecting authority. Its proportions and blunt detailing prioritize presence and consistency, making it effective for attention-grabbing typography rooted in classic print conventions.
In the sample text, the face maintains strong line-to-line presence and holds together well at display sizes, though its tight counters and heavy color can feel intense in long passages. Numerals and capitals carry an especially emphatic, signage-like weight that suits short, high-impact messaging.