Sans Superellipse Tadad 9 is a very bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sansmatica' by Fontop, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, and 'Cargi' by Studio Principle Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, labels, industrial, rugged, assertive, retro, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, vintage print, gritty texture, stamped look, condensed, blocky, stamped, rounded corners, distressed.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, block-like letterforms and softened, rounded-rectangle curves in bowls and counters. Strokes are broadly uniform with subtle contrast, and terminals are mostly blunt and squared off, giving a sturdy, poster-ready silhouette. Many glyphs show a deliberate worn texture—small chips, scuffs, and interior voids—suggesting an inked or stamped impression rather than a pristine digital outline. Round characters like O, Q, and 0 lean toward superelliptical geometry, while verticals stay dominant, creating a tight rhythm and strong color in text.
Works best for short, high-impact display typography such as posters, big headlines, event graphics, signage, product packaging, and label-style branding. It also suits merchandise graphics and editorial callouts where a condensed, rugged voice helps save horizontal space while staying visually loud.
The overall tone feels tough and workmanlike, with a vintage-print attitude. The distressed detailing adds grit and authenticity, evoking labels, signage, and packaging where a slightly weathered finish is part of the character. Despite the roughness, the forms remain straightforward and bold, projecting confidence and directness.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in tight widths while retaining friendly rounded geometry, then layered with a controlled distressed effect to mimic worn ink or stamped print. Its consistent, blocky construction suggests a focus on bold legibility and a strong, utilitarian visual identity.
In the sample text, the dense spacing and narrow proportions create a high-impact texture at display sizes, while the distressing becomes more pronounced in larger settings. Lowercase forms keep the same compact, heavy construction, and numerals match the blocky, condensed stance for cohesive headlines and numbering.