Slab Contrasted Roni 14 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Pragmatica Slab Serif' by ParaType, 'Pepi/Rudi' by Suitcase Type Foundry, 'Kondolarge' by TypeK, and 'Paul Slab' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, hearty, confident, retro, industrial, friendly, impact, readability, heritage, solidity, approachability, chunky, blocky, bracketed, soft corners, high impact.
A hefty slab serif with broad proportions and dense, compact counters. Strokes are thick and generally even, with short, squared slabs and subtle bracketing that rounds the joins and keeps the texture from feeling sharp. Terminals are blunt and rectangular, while curves (C, O, S, 8) are generously rounded, creating a steady, rhythmic silhouette. Lowercase forms are robust and simplified, with single-storey a and g, a sturdy ear on g, and a prominent descender on j; figures are bold and geometric with strong horizontal emphasis.
This design is well suited to headlines and short emphatic copy where maximum impact is needed, such as posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, and bold editorial titling. It also fits product packaging and brand marks that want a vintage-industrial slab serif voice with strong legibility at large sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and down-to-earth, pairing a vintage display feel with a dependable, workmanlike presence. Its chunky slabs and rounded joins give it a friendly, approachable character even at very heavy weights, making it feel both classic and energetic.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver high-impact, easily readable display typography with a classic slab serif flavor. The combination of broad proportions, blunt slabs, and softened joins suggests an intention to balance toughness with warmth for attention-grabbing communication.
The font’s mass and tight internal spaces make it read best with ample tracking and line spacing, especially in longer passages. The italic is not shown, and the roman style maintains consistent, upright posture and sturdy baseline alignment throughout the sample.