Slab Contrasted Miba 6 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This typeface is a sturdy slab serif with prominent, squared serifs and softly bracketed joins that give the forms a slightly inked, mechanical feel. Strokes are fairly even but show a clear vertical/horizontal differentiation, with strong stems and heavier slab terminals that anchor each letter. Counters are generous and open, and the overall drawing favors compact, efficient shapes with crisp corners and controlled curves. The lowercase shows typewriter-like construction with a single-storey a and g, a tall ascender rhythm, and straightforward, workmanlike punctuation and figures; the numerals are wide and stable, with a distinctive, open 4 and a clean, rounded 0.
It works well for editorial typography where a strong, classic texture is desired, such as magazines, book covers, and pull quotes. The robust slabs and clear word shapes also suit packaging, posters, and branding systems that need a vintage-meets-industrial presence without sacrificing legibility.
The font communicates a practical, no-nonsense tone associated with printing, documentation, and typewritten ephemera. Its bold slabs and slightly industrial detailing lend an authoritative, editorial voice, while the softened bracketing keeps it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to merge typewriter-era sturdiness with refined slab-serif structure, producing a dependable text and display face with a distinctive mechanical voice. It prioritizes clarity and firmness on the page, while retaining enough personality for headlines and identity work.
At text sizes the heavy serifs create a strong horizontal cadence, giving lines a firm baseline and consistent texture. Capitals feel slightly formal and sign-like, while the lowercase maintains an efficient, readable rhythm suitable for dense copy.