Slab Contrasted Abbu 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Clab' and 'EB Mensch' by Eko Bimantara, 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, and 'Weekly' by Los Andes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, branding, confident, vintage, robust, friendly, impact, readability, heritage tone, stability, clarity, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap hint, soft corners, compact serifs.
A heavy, slab-serif text face with broad proportions and sturdy, block-like serifs. Strokes are largely even, with subtle modulation and gently bracketed joins that keep the forms from feeling rigid. Counters are open and rounded, terminals are mostly squared-off, and the overall rhythm is steady and emphatic. The lowercase shows a large x-height with compact ascenders/descenders, while figures are sturdy and highly legible with simple, readable shapes.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, and display typography where strong presence and clarity are needed. It can also work well for packaging, labels, and branding systems that want a classic slab-serif voice with high impact. In editorial settings it’s effective for pull quotes and section titles, and can be used for short text blocks when ample size and spacing are available.
The tone is assertive and workmanlike, pairing a classic, old-style warmth with a modern, no-nonsense sturdiness. Its weight and squarish detailing read as dependable and slightly nostalgic, evoking print-era editorial and product lettering without feeling delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold slab-serif personality with dependable readability, combining sturdy construction with softened brackets to stay approachable. It aims for strong typographic color and clear word shapes, making it practical for attention-grabbing display use while remaining coherent in longer lines.
The serifs are substantial and consistent, giving strong horizontal anchoring and a solid baseline. Letterforms lean toward geometric sturdiness rather than calligraphic delicacy, and the heavy weight makes the type feel punchy in headlines while still structured enough for short passages.