Sans Superellipse Pebez 1 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, 'ITC Franklin' by ITC, and 'PG Grotesque' by Paulo Goode (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, industrial, authoritative, condensed, utilitarian, sports, space saving, high impact, modern utility, sturdy tone, blocky, rounded corners, compact, display-oriented.
A compact, heavy sans with a tall, condensed stance and tightly enclosed counters. Curves are squared-off into rounded-rectangle shapes, giving bowls and terminals a superelliptical, softened-block geometry. Strokes are largely uniform and firm, with minimal modulation; joins are crisp and corners are consistently rounded rather than sharp. The overall rhythm is dense and vertical, with short crossbars, tight apertures, and sturdy numerals that read as built from the same rectangular system.
Well-suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, poster typography, labels, and branding that needs a compact but forceful presence. It can also work for signage or UI headers where a dense, sturdy texture is desirable, while extended body text may feel tight due to the condensed proportions and closed counters.
The tone is direct and no-nonsense, combining a mechanical, engineered feel with friendly rounding at the edges. It conveys strength and efficiency more than elegance, making the voice feel modern, functional, and slightly sporty.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in limited horizontal space, using rounded-rectangular construction to keep forms consistent and modern. The softened corners temper the heaviness, aiming for a pragmatic display sans that feels engineered and contemporary.
The narrow set width and dark color create strong line presence, especially in all-caps. Round letters (like O/C) lean toward squarish ovals, and many forms emphasize verticality, which increases impact while reducing airiness at smaller sizes.