Sans Superellipse Pirut 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Augment' and 'Blanco' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logotypes, retro, playful, friendly, poster-like, quirky, space-saving impact, retro display, friendly branding, signage tone, rounded, soft corners, condensed, compact, chunky.
A condensed, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened terminals throughout. Strokes are broadly uniform, with minimal contrast and a compact, vertically emphasized rhythm. Curves and counters tend toward pill and superellipse shapes, creating smooth, squared-off bowls and open apertures that stay clear at display sizes. The overall texture is dense but even, with slightly idiosyncratic details in joints and shoulders that add character without breaking consistency.
Best used for short to medium-length display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, labels, and storefront-style signage where its compact width and heavy color can carry impact. It can also work for logos and wordmarks that want a friendly, retro tone, while extended body copy may feel visually dense.
The font reads as upbeat and nostalgic, evoking mid‑century display lettering and vintage signage. Its rounded, chunky forms feel approachable and humorous rather than severe, making it well suited to energetic, informal voices.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, space-efficient display voice built from rounded-rectangular geometry, balancing bold presence with soft, inviting edges. Its characterful, condensed proportions suggest a focus on attention-grabbing titles and branding rather than neutral text setting.
Spacing and proportions are tight and compact, giving lines a strong horizontal banding in text samples. Numerals and capitals share the same sturdy, rounded construction, and the lowercase maintains a consistent, simple silhouette that favors legibility over sharp detail.