Slab Contrasted Kobal 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nomos Slab' by Identity Letters (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, branding, scholarly, sturdy, traditional, authoritative, legibility, editorial utility, classic tone, strong hierarchy, bracketed, robust, crisp, bookish, measured.
A robust slab-serif with bracketed, rectangular serifs and a calm, steady rhythm. Strokes are generally even with a subtle, noticeable modulation, keeping counters open and forms legible at text sizes. Proportions feel broad and stable, with fairly generous widths and moderate apertures; curves are smooth and terminals tend toward squared, serifed finishes. Lowercase forms are conventional and readable, with a two-storey “g” and clear differentiation across figures and capitals.
Well-suited to editorial typography—books, magazines, and essays—where a sturdy serif can carry long passages comfortably. It also performs well for headlines, pull quotes, and packaging or brand systems that want a reliable, traditional voice with a bit more backbone than a typical oldstyle serif.
The overall tone is composed and confident, evoking classic publishing and institutional typography. It reads as dependable and workmanlike rather than decorative, with an understated seriousness that suits long-form reading. The slab presence adds a grounded, slightly industrial firmness without becoming loud.
The design appears intended to deliver a pragmatic slab-serif texture for reading and editorial hierarchy, balancing strong serifs with controlled contrast for clarity. It prioritizes stability, legibility, and a classic typographic voice that can move between text and display without shifting character.
Capitals have strong horizontal emphasis from the slabs, giving headings a sturdy, poster-friendly footprint while remaining refined enough for editorial settings. Numerals appear consistent in weight and stance, supporting clear data and display usage alongside text.