Sans Superellipse Umba 2 is a bold, wide, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Block Capitals' by K-Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, logos, branding, posters, packaging, tech, industrial, futuristic, sporty, boldly geometric, impact, modernism, tech branding, geometric consistency, display clarity, squared-round, modular, closed apertures, tight counters, high contrast-free.
A geometric sans built from squared-round (superelliptic) shapes, with flat terminals and consistently heavy, monoline strokes. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle corners rather than true circles, giving bowls and counters a compact, boxy feel. Letterforms are wide-set with generous horizontal presence, while the lowercase shows a tall x-height and short ascenders/descenders for a dense, efficient texture. Apertures tend to be closed or narrowly cut, and the numerals follow the same rounded-rect geometry with clear, blocky silhouettes.
This design is well-suited to display typography where strong, geometric shapes can carry identity: headlines, brand marks, product names, posters, packaging, and tech-forward UI titling. It also fits signage or labels where a sturdy, squared-round aesthetic is desired, provided sizes are large enough to keep the counters open.
The overall tone reads modern and engineered—confident, technical, and slightly retro-futuristic. Its squared curves and tight inner spaces evoke hardware interfaces, sci‑fi labeling, and performance-oriented branding rather than editorial warmth.
The font appears intended to deliver a robust, contemporary geometric voice with a distinctive superelliptic construction—prioritizing impact, consistency, and a machine-made feel across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
Distinctive features include the square-bowled O/0-like forms, angular joins on diagonals, and a generally modular rhythm that stays consistent from caps to numerals. The bold color and compact counters can increase impact at display sizes, while the tight apertures may require careful sizing and spacing in longer passages.