Sans Superellipse Temak 9 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neumatic Gothic' and 'Neumatic Gothic Round' by Arkitype and 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, logotypes, industrial, stamped, gritty, condensed, utilitarian, space saving, print texture, impact, ruggedness, rounded corners, inked, rough edges, blocky, compact.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy strokes and rounded-rectangle construction. Curves and counters tend toward squarish superellipse shapes, while terminals are blunt and softened rather than sharp. The outlines show intentional irregularity—slight waviness and uneven edges that mimic ink spread or a worn stamp—yet the letterforms keep a consistent vertical rhythm and sturdy proportions. Numerals follow the same narrow, blocky logic, with simplified, robust interior spaces designed to hold up at display sizes.
Best suited to posters, headlines, short slogans, and branding moments where a compact, forceful voice is needed. It can work well on packaging and labels that benefit from a stamped or shop-made impression, and in logotypes where a narrow width helps fit long names into limited space.
The overall tone is rugged and workmanlike, suggesting printed ephemera, stenciled labeling, or vintage packaging. Its compressed stance and dense black texture feel assertive and practical, with a tactile, imperfect finish that reads as analog and hands-on rather than sleek or corporate.
The design appears intended to combine a condensed, space-saving skeleton with rounded-rectangular geometry and a deliberately imperfect print texture. The goal is a bold, practical display face that feels physical—like inked type, rubber stamps, or worn printing—while remaining straightforward and readable in short to medium text lines.
The font’s tight fit and narrow counters create a strong color on the line, especially in all-caps settings. The slightly distressed edge treatment adds character without breaking the basic structure, helping it stay legible while still feeling weathered.