Slab Unbracketed Ebta 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Astern Shade' and 'Fendesert' by Edignwn Type, 'MARLIN' by Komet & Flicker, 'Oxford Press' by Set Sail Studios, 'Greeka' by Umka Type, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logotypes, western, vintage, bold, playful, poster, attention grabbing, retro revival, space saving, display impact, blocky, chunky, compact, rounded corners, square serifs.
A heavy, compact slab serif with chunky unbracketed terminals and largely uniform stroke weight. The forms are tall and narrow with a tight, vertical rhythm, and the counters are small but cleanly cut, giving the letters a dense, poster-ready silhouette. Serifs read as squared “caps” on stems, with subtly softened corners that keep the shapes from feeling overly rigid. The lowercase is sturdy and simplified, maintaining strong vertical stems and short joins, while numerals follow the same stout, blocklike construction for consistent color in text.
Best suited for display applications such as posters, headlines, labels, and signage where a compact, high-impact slab serif is needed. It can also work for logotypes and short brand phrases that benefit from a vintage, wood-type flavor and a strong, condensed footprint.
The overall tone suggests classic wood-type and storefront lettering, mixing a confident, attention-grabbing weight with a friendly, slightly nostalgic character. Its bold presence feels assertive and energetic rather than formal, lending itself to upbeat, retro-forward typography.
This font appears designed to deliver a bold, condensed slab-serif voice with a retro, print-inspired feel—maximizing visual punch and economy of width while keeping letterforms simple and robust for prominent, high-contrast display settings.
The design prioritizes solid mass and clear edge definition, producing strong impact at display sizes. The narrow build and big weight create high visual density, which can feel powerful in headlines but may require generous tracking when used in longer lines or at smaller sizes.