Sans Normal Utbas 12 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Schnebel Sans ME' and 'Schnebel Sans Pro' by URW Type Foundry and 'Bartosh' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, advertising, editorial, ui labels, posters, modern, dynamic, clean, sporty, neutral, modernize, add motion, emphasize, maintain clarity, oblique, monolinear, open counters, rounded, geometric.
A slanted, monolinear sans with rounded geometry and open, circular counters. Strokes stay even throughout, with smooth joins and a straightforward construction that leans on simple curves and crisp terminals. Proportions feel balanced with a moderate x-height and clear differentiation between similar forms; numerals share the same steady, forward-leaning rhythm as the letters.
Well-suited to branding and advertising where a forward, contemporary feel is desired, and it can also serve in editorial headings or short-to-medium text where a slanted sans adds emphasis without ornament. Its clean construction makes it a practical option for UI labels, product naming, and poster typography that benefits from a sense of motion.
The overall tone is contemporary and energetic, with an efficient, matter-of-fact voice rather than decorative flair. Its consistent slant and clean shapes give it a sense of motion that reads as modern and slightly sporty while remaining broadly neutral.
The design appears intended as a versatile italic sans that delivers modern momentum while keeping forms simple and legible. It prioritizes even texture, open shapes, and a consistent slant for emphasis and contemporary tone across display and text settings.
The oblique angle is pronounced enough to be expressive, but the letterforms remain restrained and highly consistent, keeping texture even across words and lines. Curves are generous and counters stay open, helping maintain clarity in continuous text.