Sans Superellipse Olbur 4 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, sports branding, industrial, poster-ready, sporty, retro, high impact, space saving, signage clarity, brand punch, condensed, blocky, rounded corners, compact, sturdy.
A condensed, heavy sans with compact proportions and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes are uniform and thick, with softened corners and squared-off terminals that create a dense, blocky texture in lines of text. Curves (C, O, S) read as superelliptical rather than fully circular, while joins are kept simple and sturdy; counters are relatively tight and apertures are modest, reinforcing a solid, high-impact silhouette. The lowercase is tall and workmanlike, with minimal modulation and straightforward forms that prioritize weight and consistency over delicacy.
Best suited to headlines, posters, labels, and signage where a dense, forceful word shape is an advantage. It can also work for short bursts of copy—taglines, buttons, navigation, and packaging callouts—when set with comfortable spacing to keep counters from closing in at smaller sizes.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian, with a punchy, display-forward presence. Its rounded-square geometry adds a friendly, approachable edge to an otherwise tough, industrial voice, evoking signage, team branding, and vintage headline typography.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact in a condensed footprint, using rounded-rectangle forms to keep the tone friendly while retaining a rugged, industrial clarity. It favors consistent, high-density shapes that hold together well in bold display settings.
The numerals follow the same compact, rounded-rect logic, producing strong, easily scannable figures. In paragraph-like settings the dark color and tight internal spaces create a commanding rhythm, making it especially effective when ample tracking and leading are available.