Sans Superellipse Geban 11 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Helen Bg' by HS Fonts, 'Helvetica' and 'Trade Gothic Next' by Linotype, and 'CG Triumvirate' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, social graphics, sporty, energetic, assertive, modern, punchy, impact, motion, space saving, modernization, attention, condensed, oblique, blocky, rounded, compact.
A compact, heavy sans with a pronounced rightward slant and tightly controlled proportions. Strokes are thick and even, with rounded-rectangle construction in bowls and counters that keeps curves smooth and sturdy. Terminals are mostly blunt with subtly softened corners, creating a dense, continuous texture and minimal internal whitespace. The overall rhythm is upright in structure but dynamically angled, reading like a condensed display italic with consistent, geometric forms across letters and numerals.
Best suited to large-format typography where impact and momentum matter: headlines, posters, and high-energy branding. It can also work for packaging and social or advertising graphics that need a bold, contemporary voice. Because the interiors are tight and the weight is heavy, it’s most effective when given space and used above body-text sizes.
The tone is forceful and fast, projecting a sense of motion and urgency through its oblique stance and dense color. Its rounded geometry tempers the aggression slightly, keeping the voice contemporary and approachable rather than sharp or technical. Overall it feels athletic, headline-driven, and built to grab attention at a glance.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch in a compact footprint, pairing a strong oblique stance with rounded, geometric shaping for a modern, energetic feel. Its uniform stroke weight and simplified construction suggest an emphasis on consistency and immediate recognition in display settings.
Letterforms lean toward simplified, high-impact silhouettes with compact apertures and relatively closed counters, which boosts solidity but reduces nuance at small sizes. Numerals follow the same stout, rounded logic, supporting consistent emphasis in data-heavy settings when used at larger sizes.