Slab Contrasted Roha 8 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Equip Slab' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'PF Centro Slab Press' by Parachute, 'Exo Slab Pro' by Polimateria, and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, signage, western, poster, playful, retro, sturdy, impact, nostalgia, display character, approachability, blocky, bracketed, rounded, chunky, high-impact.
A heavy slab serif with broad proportions and chunky, rectangular terminals. The serifs read as bold blocks with slight bracketing, and many joins are softly rounded, giving the silhouettes a carved, friendly solidity rather than sharp, mechanical edges. Counters are compact and the interior spaces stay open enough for display use, while the overall rhythm alternates between wide rounds (O, Q) and more compact, column-like forms (I, J, L), creating a lively, uneven texture. Figures follow the same robust construction with wide bowls and blunt ends, built for impact at large sizes.
Best suited to large-scale applications where strong typographic presence is needed, such as posters, headlines, branding marks, packaging fronts, and signage. It can work well for short statements and punchy taglines, especially where a retro or Western-leaning voice is desired.
The tone feels bold and outgoing, with a vintage, show-sign character that suggests classic Americana and circus or saloon poster traditions. Its chunky serifs and soft curves add a playful warmth, keeping the heaviness from feeling severe. Overall it projects confidence, friendliness, and a slightly theatrical energy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a classic slab-serif voice, combining blocky serifs and rounded joins to evoke vintage display typography. It prioritizes boldness, character, and immediate readability over subtlety, aiming for a distinctive, attention-grabbing texture in titles and branding.
In text settings the dense color and strong serifs produce a pronounced, poster-like texture; spacing appears generous enough to keep forms from clogging, but the weight and slab terminals remain the dominant visual feature. The lowercase has a sturdy, simplified look with single-storey shapes and rounded bowls that match the display-first intent.