Sans Superellipse Etkoh 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albireo' by Cory Maylett Design, 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, 'Fester' by Fontfabric, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Gineso' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, urgent, industrial, modern, dynamic, impact, speed, compactness, modernization, signage, condensed, oblique, rounded, compact, punchy.
A condensed, oblique sans with compact proportions and a tightly wound rhythm. Strokes stay broadly uniform, with rounded-rectangle curves and softened corners that keep counters open despite the compressed width. Terminals are clean and direct, and diagonals (in forms like A, V, W, X, and the slanted lowercase) create a fast, forward-leaning texture. Numerals match the same compact, blocky construction, reading sturdy and consistent in heavier settings.
Best suited to short, high-impact copy such as headlines, posters, product names, and brand marks where a compact footprint and strong emphasis are desirable. It also works well in sporty or industrial-themed graphics, packaging panels, and promotional layouts that benefit from an assertive, forward-leaning voice.
The overall tone is energetic and no-nonsense, combining a utilitarian backbone with a slightly softened, contemporary feel from its rounded geometry. It suggests speed, strength, and efficiency rather than elegance, making it feel at home in high-impact, action-oriented design.
The design appears intended to provide a compact, forceful sans for display use, balancing straight-sided efficiency with rounded construction for contemporary friendliness. Its consistent slant and dense proportions prioritize momentum and visual punch in branding and editorial titling.
The oblique angle is pronounced and consistent across cases, and the condensed width amplifies verticality for a tall, emphatic silhouette. Rounded bowls and corners help prevent the design from feeling harsh, while the dense spacing and heavy color deliver strong presence in lines of text.