Sans Superellipse Gemuh 9 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Book W1G' by Berthold, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Fester' by Fontfabric, 'Hype vol 3' by Positype, 'Calps Sans' by Typesketchbook, 'Ddt' by Typodermic, and 'Gineso' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, urgent, industrial, punchy, modern, impact, speed, space-saving, display clarity, branding strength, oblique, condensed, blocky, rounded, compact.
A compact, oblique sans with heavy, block-like strokes and rounded-rectangle geometry. Curves are tightened into superellipse-like bowls (notably in C, G, O, Q, and 0), while joins and terminals stay clean and unadorned. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and the rhythm is dense with short extenders and sturdy diagonals, giving the letters a built-for-impact feel. Numerals follow the same compact, athletic proportions, with simplified shapes and strong vertical emphasis.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where strong presence is needed—posters, sports and fitness branding, product packaging, and bold signage. It can work for brief callouts or UI labels when used at larger sizes with generous tracking, but it is most convincing as a display face.
The overall tone is energetic and forceful, with a sporty, no-nonsense attitude that reads as fast and assertive. Its compressed silhouette and slanted stance suggest motion and competitiveness, leaning toward a contemporary, industrial voice rather than a friendly or delicate one.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum impact in a compact footprint, combining a forward-leaning stance with rounded-rectangle construction for a modern, high-energy display look. The consistent, simplified forms prioritize immediacy and recognizability over nuance.
The design relies on broad, even strokes and rounded corners to keep dark areas cohesive while maintaining clear silhouettes. Wide interior apertures are minimized, so it performs best when given enough size or spacing to prevent counters from closing in dense settings.