Slab Contrasted Pyba 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', 'Equip Slab', 'Orgon Slab', and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Corporative Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, sports branding, industrial, confident, retro, rugged, collegiate, impact, sturdiness, heritage, chunky, blocky, bracketed, ink-trap feel, high-impact.
A heavy, blocky slab serif with broad proportions and compact inner counters. Strokes are largely monolinear, with stout, squared-off terminals and prominent slab serifs that read as slightly bracketed in places, giving the joins a carved, machined feel. Curves (C, G, O, S) are wide and full, while the straight-sided letters (E, F, H, N) present strong, rectangular silhouettes. The lowercase keeps a sturdy, utilitarian construction with round, weighty bowls and short extenders; small apertures and dense spacing contribute to a dark overall color. Numerals match the set’s mass and geometry, staying wide and bold with stable, legible shapes.
Best suited for large-scale typography such as headlines, posters, and bold callouts where its slab serifs and dense color can deliver maximum punch. It also works well for signage, packaging, and sports or institutional-style branding that benefits from sturdy, authoritative letterforms.
The font conveys a no-nonsense, high-impact tone that feels sturdy and workmanlike. Its bold slabs and condensed openings give it a classic display presence associated with traditional signage and institutional lettering, balancing retro familiarity with a tough, modern assertiveness.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, highly legible display voice built from simple, robust shapes and prominent slabs. Its proportions and dense texture prioritize impact and recognizability, aiming for a dependable, heritage-leaning look suitable for bold branding and titling.
At text sizes the small counters and tight apertures can fill in visually, making the design most effective where size and contrast are generous. The strong vertical emphasis and firm baseline create a steady rhythm, while the squared details add a slightly stamped or stenciled character without becoming decorative.