Sans Superellipse Rimek 2 is a bold, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Atnan HC' by Jipatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine titles, branding, packaging, condensed, editorial, dramatic, modernist, poster-ready, space-saving, headline impact, modern display, constructed forms, clarity in tight counters, compressed, tall, angular, ink-trap-like, rectilinear curves.
A tall, tightly compressed sans with emphatic vertical stems and sharply reduced sidebearings. Forms are built from rounded-rect geometry: bowls and counters read as squarish superellipses, with corners that feel softened rather than circular. The design relies on strong contrast between heavy main strokes and hairline joins or diagonals, creating a crisp, architectural rhythm. Many joins show narrow notches and tapered transitions that resemble ink traps, keeping tight interior spaces from clogging in condensed letters. Numerals follow the same compressed, vertical structure with compact counters and assertive top/bottom terminals.
This font performs best in large sizes where its compressed proportions and hairline details can be appreciated—headlines, posters, mastheads, pull quotes, and bold branding lockups. It can also work for short UI labels or packaging callouts when used with generous size and careful contrast management against the background.
The overall tone is intense and headline-forward, with a fashion/editorial sharpness and a slightly industrial edge. The mix of rigid verticality and delicate hairlines gives it a dramatic, high-impact voice suited to attention-grabbing typography.
The design intention appears to be maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, pairing a condensed, display-oriented build with superellipse-based curves for a contemporary, constructed feel. The high-contrast stroke strategy and ink-trap-like notches suggest a focus on preserving clarity in tight counters while maintaining a dramatic, stylish texture.
Round letters (like O/Q) feel more like upright rounded rectangles than true ovals, reinforcing a structured, engineered look. Diagonals (notably in K, V, W, X, and Y) are extremely fine compared to the stems, adding sparkle but also making the texture more volatile at small sizes. Spacing appears tuned for compact setting, producing a dense, vertical color in words.