Sans Superellipse Etmus 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cadmium' by AVP, 'Opinion Pro' by Mint Type, 'DIN Next' and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Hype Vol 1' by Positype, and 'Corbert Compact' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, modern, dynamic, confident, energetic, space saving, high impact, motion emphasis, modern branding, condensed, oblique, rounded, compact, upright stress.
A compact, condensed sans with a pronounced rightward slant and sturdy, uniform strokes. Letterforms are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving curves (C, O, S, 0) a squarish, superelliptical feel rather than a purely circular one. Terminals are clean and mostly blunt, counters are tight, and the overall rhythm is dense with minimal stroke modulation. The figures are similarly compact with rounded corners, and the set maintains consistent weight and texture across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to short-to-medium display settings where its compact width and slanted energy can work as a strong visual hook—headlines, posters, apparel graphics, and brand marks. It can also serve well for packaging callouts and promotional copy where a dense, punchy texture is desirable.
The slanted stance and compact width create a sense of speed and forward motion, while the rounded-rectangular construction keeps the tone contemporary and controlled. Overall it reads as assertive and performance-oriented, with a practical, no-nonsense voice suited to bold messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a fast, modern, space-saving voice by combining condensed proportions with oblique momentum and rounded-rectangular construction. Its consistent stroke weight and compact counters suggest an emphasis on bold impact and clear, repeatable forms for branding and display typography.
The uppercase has a tall, streamlined silhouette that emphasizes verticality, while the lowercase remains clear and functional with tight apertures and compact bowls. The superelliptical rounding is especially evident in D/O/Q and the numerals, which helps maintain a cohesive, engineered appearance at display sizes.