Sans Superellipse Rakes 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'Dean Gothic' by Blaze Type, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, and 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Shilia' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, labels, interfaces, modern, utilitarian, editorial, technical, condensed, space saving, modern clarity, geometric signature, neutral versatility, monoline, rounded corners, open apertures, tall proportions, crisp terminals.
A condensed, monoline sans with tall proportions and rounded-rectangle construction in its curves. Strokes maintain an even weight with minimal contrast, and corners resolve with softened radii rather than sharp joins, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical feel. The rhythm is tight and vertical, with narrow sidebearings and compact widths; round letters read as elongated ovals, and straight-sided forms (like E, F, H, I) appear crisp and columnar. Numerals and lowercase share the same streamlined, upright geometry, producing a consistent, efficient texture in text.
This font suits space-constrained typography such as headlines, subheads, posters, and signage where a tall, condensed voice is useful. It can also work well for labels, navigation, and UI situations that benefit from compact widths and clear, uniform strokes.
The overall tone is contemporary and functional, with a slightly technical, engineered character. Its condensed stance and clean, rounded geometry feel purposeful and no-nonsense, leaning more toward editorial utility and signage clarity than warmth or calligraphic personality.
The letterforms suggest an intention to deliver a condensed, modern sans optimized for efficient horizontal space and a clean, contemporary texture. The rounded-rectangle shaping appears designed to add a distinctive geometric signature while keeping the overall reading experience straightforward and legible.
The design’s rounded corners subtly soften the otherwise rigid vertical structure, helping it feel less harsh at display sizes while preserving a compact, space-saving footprint. The samples show a steady, even color line-to-line, suited to tightly set headlines and narrow columns.