Sans Superellipse Emkeb 5 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, retro, sporty, dynamic, industrial, modernist, speed, compactness, impact, modern utility, retro tech, condensed, slanted, rounded, rectilinear, clean.
A condensed, right-slanted sans with low stroke contrast and softly squared curves that lean toward superelliptical, rounded-rectangle construction. Strokes stay fairly uniform, terminals are clean and uncomplicated, and counters are compact, giving the face a tight, efficient rhythm. Many forms show straight-sided verticals paired with rounded corners, producing an engineered, slightly rectilinear feel even in curved letters. The overall texture is even and dark, with narrow proportions and consistent spacing that emphasize verticality and speed.
It performs best in short-to-medium setting sizes where its condensed width and strong slant can drive emphasis—headlines, event posters, sports and fitness branding, and product packaging. The compact, uniform strokes also suit wayfinding and labeling where a streamlined, modern-utility look is desired.
The font reads as energetic and forward-leaning, with a sporty, retro-technical tone. Its condensed stance and rounded-rect geometry suggest motion, efficiency, and a utilitarian confidence rather than softness or formality.
The design appears intended to merge condensed, motion-oriented italics with superelliptical, rounded-rectangle shapes for a clean, engineered voice. It aims for contemporary impact with a hint of retro display flavor, prioritizing a fast, efficient silhouette over calligraphic nuance.
The slant is pronounced enough to function as a primary personality trait rather than a subtle oblique. Rounded corners soften the otherwise mechanical skeleton, balancing friendliness with an industrial, signage-like clarity.