Sans Superellipse Orkom 9 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, industrial, confident, utilitarian, modern, direct, space saving, high impact, geometric cohesion, headline clarity, compact, blocky, rounded corners, sturdy.
This typeface is a compact, heavy sans with a squared, superellipse construction and softly rounded outer corners. Strokes are thick and uniform, with minimal modulation and tight apertures that create dense counters and a strong vertical rhythm. Curves tend to resolve into rounded-rectangle bowls and terminals, giving letters a restrained, engineered geometry. Numerals and capitals read as solid, poster-like blocks, while lowercase maintains the same compactness with short extenders and simplified joins.
It is best suited to headlines, labels, and display settings where compact width and heavy color are advantages. The sturdy forms make it a strong option for branding, packaging, and signage that needs to remain punchy and legible at a glance, especially in short lines or tight layouts.
The overall tone is assertive and workmanlike, projecting a practical, no-nonsense voice. Its compressed mass and squared curves suggest an industrial, contemporary sensibility—more about clarity and impact than warmth or delicacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space while maintaining a consistent, rounded-rectilinear geometry. It prioritizes a strong typographic “block” presence and straightforward readability for contemporary display and identity work.
Spacing appears economical, reinforcing the condensed feel and helping text form dark, continuous word shapes. The rounded-square curve logic stays consistent across bowls and terminals, which helps headings look cohesive at large sizes.