Sans Contrasted Matu 5 is a regular weight, very wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, logotypes, ui titles, futuristic, tech, sleek, minimal, graphic, modernize, differentiate, add tech edge, create display impact, geometric, rounded, extended, clean, angular.
A wide, geometric sans with open, rounded bowls and a clean, streamlined rhythm. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with many horizontals and curves thinning while verticals and key structural strokes read darker, giving a crisp, engineered contrast. Terminals are predominantly flat and squared-off, and many letters use simplified, near-monoline construction with occasional sharp joins, especially in diagonals. Counters are generous and apertures stay open, helping the shapes remain clear despite the extended proportions and stylized details in forms like the angled A and the pointed W.
Best suited to large-scale applications where its width and stylized contrast can be appreciated, such as headlines, posters, title treatments, and brand marks. It can also work for UI or product titling where a futuristic, engineered aesthetic is desired, while longer text blocks may feel expansive due to the extended proportions.
The overall tone feels modern and synthetic, with a distinctly tech-forward, sci‑fi flavor. Its wide stance and polished curves communicate speed and precision, while the contrast adds a slightly dramatic, display-oriented edge rather than a purely utilitarian neutrality.
The font appears designed to deliver a contemporary, high-tech voice through extended proportions, geometric construction, and controlled stroke modulation. Its letterforms balance legibility with distinctive display details, aiming for a recognizable, modern identity in branding and titling contexts.
The design leans on broad letterforms and consistent rounded geometry, producing a strong horizontal emphasis in words and headlines. Some glyphs incorporate signature gestures (notably in diagonals and select joins), which increases personality and makes the face more distinctive at larger sizes.