Sans Normal Dybuf 2 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, headlines, display ui, posters, editorial leads, sleek, modernist, technical, aerodynamic, confident, streamlined clarity, modern branding, technical voice, forward motion, monoline, oblique, open apertures, rounded forms, geometric.
A slanted, monoline sans with broad proportions and an emphasis on smooth, circular geometry. Strokes are clean and low-contrast, with rounded bowls and crisp, straight terminals that keep the outlines sharp despite the italic angle. Counters tend to be open and generous, and the overall spacing reads airy and even, giving the alphabet a calm, measured rhythm. Numerals follow the same streamlined construction, with simple, open shapes and consistent stroke behavior across curves and diagonals.
It works well for modern branding, product or technology messaging, and headline settings where a sleek, forward-leaning voice is desired. The open forms and steady monoline construction also suit short UI or interface-style display text, as well as editorial leads and pull quotes that benefit from a clean, contemporary presence.
The font projects a contemporary, engineered feel—fast, efficient, and slightly sporty due to the italic posture and wide stance. Its geometry and restraint suggest a professional, tech-forward tone rather than expressive or nostalgic styling.
The design appears intended to deliver a streamlined italic sans for contemporary communication—combining geometric roundness with a fast, forward-leaning stance. Its wide proportions and open counters aim for clarity at larger sizes while maintaining a polished, engineered aesthetic.
The oblique angle is pronounced enough to create forward momentum, while the wide set prevents the text from feeling cramped. Curves are notably smooth and circular, and diagonal strokes (as in V/W/X/Y) remain sturdy and legible, reinforcing a stable, modern texture in running text.