Slab Contrasted Roha 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Equip Slab' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Netra' by Sign Studio, and 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, vintage, industrial, collegiate, playful, impact, retro appeal, brand presence, durability, blocky, bracketed, sturdy, compact, ink-trappy.
A heavy, blocky serif design with substantial slab-like terminals and gently bracketed joins. The letterforms are wide and compact, with rounded shoulders and counters that stay open despite the weight. Stems are strongly vertical, bowls are generous and smooth, and many corners are subtly softened, producing a sturdy, printed feel rather than a razor-sharp one. Numerals match the bold color and simplified geometry, maintaining an even, poster-ready rhythm across the set.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, labels, and branding marks where a bold, vintage-leaning voice is desired. It can also work for signage and packaging that benefits from a sturdy, workmanlike presence, especially at medium to large sizes.
The tone is confident and attention-grabbing, evoking vintage signage and collegiate or workwear graphics. Its chunky slabs and softened corners add a friendly, approachable toughness—serious enough for headlines, but with a hint of retro charm.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight and recognizability with a classic slab-serif structure, balancing hard-edged utility with softened, print-friendly shaping. It prioritizes bold silhouette and consistent texture for display typography and graphic applications.
In text settings the dense weight creates a strong horizontal banding, with serifs and terminals contributing to a deliberate, stamped/printed texture. The overall spacing feels built for display impact, where the large shapes and clear silhouettes carry the style more than fine detail.