Slab Contrasted Abba 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Multiple' by Latinotype; 'Amasis' by Monotype; 'Eksja' by Protimient; 'Rahere Slab' by ULGA Type; and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, book covers, sturdy, classic, confident, retro, impact, authority, readability, print feel, heritage, bracketed, blocky, weighty, robust, ink-trap free.
A heavy serif with prominent slab-like terminals and softly bracketed joins. Strokes are thick and mostly even, with only modest modulation, creating a dense, steady color in text. Counters are relatively compact and the overall proportions read slightly expanded, with wide uppercase and substantial lowercase forms. The lowercase shows a two-storey “a” and “g,” a sturdy, short-armed “t,” and generous, squared-off serifs that reinforce a grounded rhythm. Numerals are similarly weighty and legible, with simple, straightforward construction.
Best suited for headlines, decks, and short passages where a strong typographic voice is desired, such as magazine features, book covers, and campaign or poster typography. It can also work for packaging and signage that benefits from a sturdy, classic serif presence, especially when set with ample leading to manage its dense weight.
The tone is authoritative and traditional, with a sturdy, workmanlike presence that feels at home in print-forward, editorial settings. Its weight and squared serifs add a confident, slightly vintage flavor—more pragmatic than delicate—suited to messaging that needs to feel established and dependable.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust, high-impact slab serif look that remains readable and composed in display typography. Its broad proportions and substantial serifs suggest a focus on confident, print-like authority and visual punch.
In the sample text, the face maintains strong word shapes and consistent texture at large sizes, with serifs that help guide horizontal flow. The design prioritizes solidity over refinement, favoring bold silhouettes and clear, emphatic forms.