Sans Superellipse Oldab 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Kaneda Gothic' by Dharma Type, 'Brecksville' by OzType., 'Header' by Storm Type Foundry, 'Polate Soft' by Typesketchbook, and 'Lugak Sans' by holyline design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, industrial, utilitarian, condensed, authoritative, retro, space saving, impact, clarity, branding, rectilinear rounds, rounded corners, tight spacing, high impact, poster-ready.
A compact, heavy sans with tall proportions and tightly drawn counters. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle shapes, giving bowls and terminals a squared-off softness rather than fully circular geometry. Strokes maintain a consistent thickness with minimal modulation, while corners are systematically rounded to keep the dense texture from feeling harsh. Overall rhythm is vertical and compressed, with short apertures and sturdy joins that preserve clarity at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines and short display copy where high impact and vertical economy matter. It works well for posters, packaging, signage, and bold brand marks that benefit from a condensed footprint and a sturdy, industrial voice.
The tone is forceful and pragmatic, pairing an industrial, sign-painting sturdiness with a slightly retro condensed poster feel. Its rounded-rectilinear construction adds a controlled friendliness, but the overall impression remains commanding and no-nonsense.
The design appears intended to maximize presence in limited horizontal space while maintaining a consistent, robust texture. Its rounded-rectangle construction suggests a goal of combining hard-edged efficiency with just enough softness for legibility and approachability in display contexts.
The punctuation and numerals appear built to match the same squared-round logic, producing a uniform, dark typographic color. The condensed width and tight internal spaces create strong word shapes, but also suggest it will be most comfortable when given generous tracking and line spacing in longer settings.