Sans Superellipse Sobak 5 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, industrial, authoritative, compact, modern, utilitarian, impact, clarity, compactness, modernize, square-shouldered, closed apertures, high x-height, large counters, blunt terminals.
A heavy, compact sans with square-shouldered construction and rounded-rectangle curves that keep bowls and counters feeling structured rather than geometric-circular. Strokes are consistently thick with restrained contrast, and terminals are mostly blunt, producing a sturdy, poster-ready silhouette. Curves on letters like C, S, and G read as superelliptical—more like softened corners than true arcs—while verticals and horizontals dominate the rhythm. Proportions are tight with short extenders and a relatively large x-height, supporting dense setting at display sizes. Numerals and capitals share the same blocky, engineered feel, with clear interior spaces and firm baseline alignment.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks that need compact punch and strong presence. It also works well for signage and short UI labels where a firm, engineered voice is desirable, especially at larger sizes or with generous spacing.
The tone is confident and no-nonsense, with a slightly retro-industrial flavor driven by its condensed massing and squared curves. It feels pragmatic and institutional, prioritizing impact and clarity over friendliness. The overall impression is strong, controlled, and built for attention-grabbing headlines.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact through dense proportions and superelliptical, rounded-rectangle forms, creating a modern-industrial voice with reliable legibility in display contexts.
Several letters show intentionally restricted openings (notably in E/S-like shapes), which boosts solidity but can reduce airiness in longer text. The design’s rounded-corner geometry keeps the weight from feeling harsh, balancing its blocky structure with a subtle softness.