Sans Superellipse Tyta 6 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dharma Gothic' by Dharma Type, 'Tungsten' by Hoefler & Co., 'Compacta' by ITC, and 'Compacta SB' and 'Compacta SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logo marks, industrial, condensed, retro, assertive, rugged, space saving, high impact, poster tone, signage utility, print character, blocky, rounded corners, ink-trap like, compressed.
A compact, heavy sans with tall, tightly packed proportions and rounded-rectangle construction. Strokes are largely monolinear, with squared terminals softened by subtle rounding and occasional notch-like cut-ins that read as ink-trap or stamped-wear detailing. Counters are small and often vertically oriented, giving letters a chiseled, poster-ready texture. Overall rhythm is narrow and forceful, with slightly irregular interior shaping that adds grit without turning into brush or script behavior.
Best suited for display settings where strong presence is needed—posters, headlines, cover titles, and bold brand statements. It also fits packaging and label systems that lean on condensed, high-impact typography, as well as signage or wayfinding where a tough, industrial voice is desired.
The tone is bold and no-nonsense, evoking utilitarian signage and vintage poster typography. Its compressed silhouette and chunky forms project urgency and toughness, while the softened corners keep it approachable rather than sharp or technical. The subtle distressed/ink-trap flavor adds a handmade, print-shop character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, using rounded-rect geometry and sturdy, monolinear strokes for a consistent, punchy texture. The small notches and softened corners suggest a goal of adding tactile print character while maintaining a clean sans foundation.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent condensed structure, producing a uniform color in lines of text. Numerals match the same narrow, blocky logic and feel built for impact rather than fine differentiation at small sizes. The design’s tight counters and heavy mass suggest it benefits from generous tracking and adequate size for clarity.