Slab Contrasted Tybo 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Serifa' by Linotype, 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype, and 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, branding, packaging, sturdy, western, vintage, confident, loud, impact, heritage, display strength, warmth, bracketed, bulky, rounded, blocky, friendly.
A heavy slab-serif design with broad proportions, compact counters, and prominent, bracketed slabs that read as thick “feet” on most letters. Strokes are strongly weighted with subtle modulation, and terminals tend to be blunt and squared off, giving the forms a carved, poster-like solidity. The uppercase has a strong, blocky presence with wide bowls and generous horizontals, while the lowercase maintains a large x-height and sturdy joins that keep color even in text. Figures are similarly bold and open, built to match the emphatic weight and slab structure of the letters.
This font suits display-forward work such as posters, headlines, and large-format signage where its thick slabs and wide proportions can deliver immediate impact. It also works well for branding and packaging that wants a vintage, sturdy voice—especially in short to medium text blocks where the dense color reads as intentional and confident.
The overall tone is assertive and grounded, with a nostalgic, Americana/woodtype flavor. Its chunky slabs and broad stance feel confident and attention-getting, while the rounded bracketing keeps it from feeling harsh, adding a slightly friendly, approachable warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, heritage-leaning slab-serif look with strong presence and clear, blocky letterforms. Its bracketing and broad shapes suggest a balance of ruggedness and approachability, optimized for attention in display contexts.
Spacing appears comfortable for large settings, with a dense typographic color that remains consistent across lines. The shapes favor clarity and impact over delicacy, making the face feel particularly at home when set big and bold.