Slab Square Ahpy 2 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, traditional, bookish, measured, readability, versatility, print tradition, editorial tone, clarity, slab serif, bracketed, sturdy, crisp, open counters.
A crisp slab-serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and mostly square-ended terminals. Strokes are even and calm, with gentle modulation and clear, straight-sided construction in many capitals. Proportions feel balanced and readable, with open apertures and generous counters; the lowercase shows a two-storey “a” and “g,” a single-storey “y” with a curved descender, and a compact, well-contained rhythm. Numerals are straightforward and text-oriented, matching the serifed structure and maintaining consistent color in running lines.
Well-suited to extended reading in books, essays, and magazine articles where a steady texture and strong letterform anchors help legibility. It also fits headings, captions, and pull quotes in editorial layouts, and brings a traditional, institutional flavor to reports and educational materials.
The tone is classic and dependable, suggesting editorial seriousness and a quietly authoritative voice. Its slab details add a pragmatic, utilitarian edge, while the overall drawing stays restrained rather than decorative.
Likely designed as a versatile slab-serif for text-forward typography—prioritizing clarity, consistent rhythm, and a familiar print tradition while retaining a sturdy, contemporary crispness in the serifs and terminals.
The shapes read cleanly at text sizes, with clear differentiation between similar forms (e.g., I/l/1) thanks to pronounced serifs and distinct stem treatments. Capitals have a slightly formal posture, while the lowercase maintains a workmanlike texture that stays even across longer passages.