Slab Contrasted Roha 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', 'Equip Slab', 'Orgon Slab', and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype; 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; and 'PF Bague Slab Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, mastheads, western, editorial, retro, sturdy, assertive, impact, ruggedness, nostalgia, legibility, blocky, bracketed, rounded, chunky, friendly.
A very heavy slab serif with blocky, softened geometry and prominent, rectangular serifs that read as slightly bracketed. Stems are thick and steady with minimal modulation, while curves (C, G, O, S) are generously rounded, giving the face a compact, weighty silhouette. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, and joins feel sturdy rather than delicate. The lowercase forms are robust and simple, with a single-storey a and g and a sturdy, square-shouldered rhythm; numerals are similarly broad and blunt, built for strong presence.
This font is best suited to attention-grabbing display work such as headlines, posters, mastheads, packaging, and bold signage. Its dense strokes and substantial serifs hold up well in short phrases and large typography where a strong, vintage-leaning presence is desired.
The overall tone is bold and declarative, blending a rugged, old-style display flavor with a friendly, approachable solidity. It evokes vintage posters and headline typography where impact and confidence matter more than subtlety.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a classic slab-serif voice, pairing hefty slabs and broad proportions with softened curves for a more personable, less severe feel. It’s built to create a strong typographic “stamp” in titles and branding.
The face maintains a consistent, heavy texture across mixed-case settings, producing an even “inked” color that stands out strongly at large sizes. The slab terminals and rounded curves create a distinctive blend of toughness and warmth that can feel nostalgic without becoming ornate.