Slab Contrasted Jedo 5 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, industrial, vintage, editorial, authoritative, condensed, space saving, high impact, retro display, strong voice, poster utility, square serif, tall caps, bracketed slabs, crisp terminals, tight spacing.
A condensed slab-serif with tall proportions and a strong vertical emphasis. Strokes show clear contrast, with sturdy slab-like serifs that read as squared and slightly bracketed, and generally crisp, flat terminals. The narrow letterforms create a tight rhythm in text, while counters stay relatively open for the width; curves are controlled and somewhat squared-off, keeping the silhouette firm and engineered. Numerals follow the same condensed, vertical build, reinforcing a compact, sign-ready texture.
Best suited to headlines and other display settings where a compact width and strong serifs help maximize impact in limited space. It works well for posters, signage, and packaging that benefit from an industrial or retro editorial voice, and for branding elements that need a tall, condensed wordmark.
The overall tone is assertive and utilitarian, with a vintage-industrial flavor reminiscent of poster and display typography. Its compressed stance and sturdy slabs give it a commanding, no-nonsense presence that feels both editorial and workmanlike.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in a narrow footprint, combining slab-serif sturdiness with noticeable contrast for crisp, attention-grabbing display typography. Its consistent vertical build suggests a focus on impactful titles and condensed messaging rather than expansive text setting.
In longer lines the condensed width produces a dense, high-impact texture, especially in uppercase. The design’s emphasis on straight stems and rigid serifs helps maintain clarity at display sizes while preserving a distinctly structured, mechanical character.