Sans Superellipse Meny 4 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold, 'European Sans Pro' and 'European Soft Pro' by Bülent Yüksel, and 'Trade Gothic' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, retro, punchy, friendly, confident, impact, motion, approachability, compactness, display, rounded, compact, bouncy, soft corners, forward-leaning.
A compact, heavy italic sans with rounded-rectangle construction and soft, blunted terminals. Forms are tightly proportioned with a steady forward slant, smooth curves, and minimal stroke modulation, giving the letters a solid, uniform color. Counters are small but cleanly cut, and corners are consistently softened, producing a cohesive superellipse rhythm across rounds and straights. Numerals match the letterforms with the same rounded geometry and sturdy, billboard-like presence.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, poster typography, logos, and packaging callouts where a compact, energetic voice is needed. It also fits sports and lifestyle branding, badges, and product labels that benefit from a forward-leaning, rounded, modern-retro feel.
The overall tone is energetic and extroverted, with a sporty, retro-leaning confidence. Its rounded shaping keeps the weight from feeling harsh, adding a friendly, approachable character even at high impact sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a compact footprint, combining a dynamic italic stance with rounded, softened construction for a strong yet approachable display voice.
The italic angle and dense proportions create a strong sense of motion, while the consistent rounding helps maintain readability and cohesion across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. The texture is bold and even, favoring display clarity over fine detail.