Slab Contrasted Tyde 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Inka' by CarnokyType, 'FF More' by FontFont, 'Danton' by Hoftype, 'Mundo Serif' by Monotype, and 'PF Centro Serif Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, branding, western, vintage, assertive, friendly, posterish, impact, nostalgia, robustness, legibility, bracketed, ball terminals, rounded corners, heavy serifs, ink-trap feel.
A very heavy, upright slab-serif with broad proportions and strongly bracketed, blocky serifs. Strokes show noticeable, controlled contrast, with softened joins and subtly flared terminals that keep the texture from feeling purely geometric. Counters are compact and the rhythm is dense, while details like ball/teardrop terminals and small notches in places (notably around joins and diagonals) add a slightly carved, ink-trap-like character. Numerals match the weight and presence, reading clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to display work where weight and character are an asset—posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, and bold signage. It can also work for short bursts of text (pull quotes, deck copy) when a dense, vintage slab presence is desired, but the heavy color favors larger sizes and generous spacing.
The overall tone feels bold and confident with a nostalgic, western-leaning flavor. Its chunky serifs and rounded, friendly shaping give it an inviting toughness—more saloon-poster and roadside-sign than formal editorial. The look is energetic and attention-grabbing without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a distinctly traditional slab-serif voice, combining sturdy, bracketed serifs with softened, expressive terminals for a more approachable, retro personality.
In text settings the strong verticals and tight counters create a dark, punchy color, with distinctive silhouettes that help words stand out. The broad stance and deep serifs emphasize horizontals and baselines, making the face feel grounded and sturdy.