Slab Normal Alte 6 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gravtrac' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, signage, industrial, condensed, authoritative, retro, no-nonsense, space-saving, display impact, strong hierarchy, utility, slab serifs, vertical stress, tight spacing, tall proportions, compact forms.
A tall, tightly condensed slab serif with dense vertical strokes and compact counters. The letterforms emphasize straight-sided geometry and a strongly vertical rhythm, with squared slab terminals that read as blunt and sturdy rather than delicate. Curves are kept narrow and controlled, producing oval bowls that stay close to the stem, and joins remain crisp with minimal modulation. The overall texture is dark and even, with consistent stroke behavior that favors solidity and economy of space.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and short blocks of display copy where space is limited and a bold, condensed presence is desired. It can work well for packaging, labels, and signage that benefits from an industrial slab tone, and for editorial titling that needs strong hierarchy without wide measure.
The font conveys a utilitarian, industrial confidence with a hint of vintage poster and newspaper headline energy. Its compressed build and hard-edged serifs create an assertive, attention-grabbing tone that feels practical and workmanlike rather than refined.
The design appears intended as a space-saving, high-impact slab serif that delivers strong contrast in hierarchy through condensed proportions and firm terminals. It prioritizes clarity and punch in display contexts while maintaining a straightforward, workhorse construction.
In text settings the condensed proportions create a strong vertical cadence and a compact word shape, which can feel punchy but also dense at smaller sizes. The numerals follow the same narrow, sturdy logic, maintaining a consistent color in mixed alphanumeric lines.