Slab Contrasted Komey 6 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sybilla', 'Sybilla Multiverse', and 'Sybilla Pro' by Karandash (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, packaging, bookish, authoritative, traditional, robust, readability, authority, print classic, sturdy voice, editorial tone, slab serif, bracketed, high x-width, ball terminals, ink-trap feel.
A sturdy slab-serif design with generous proportions and a steady, readable rhythm. Strokes show clear but not extreme contrast, with thick, blocky serifs that feel slightly bracketed rather than sharply abrupt. Curves are full and open, counters are ample, and joins are solid, giving letters a confident, weighty texture across words. Several lowercase forms feature rounded, ball-like terminals (notably on r and a), adding a hint of warmth to an otherwise structured, print-oriented build.
Works well for headlines and subheads where a strong slab-serif voice is desired, and it can also carry short-to-medium editorial passages thanks to its open counters and steady texture. It’s a good fit for book covers, magazine layouts, branded print pieces, and packaging that needs a traditional yet sturdy typographic anchor.
The overall tone is classic and editorial—confident, dependable, and a bit old-style in spirit. Its strong slabs and calm contrast convey authority and seriousness, while the rounded terminals keep it from feeling overly rigid. The result feels suited to established institutions and traditional publishing.
The design appears intended to deliver a reliable slab-serif presence with strong readability and a familiar, print-forward personality. It balances robust serifs and moderate contrast with subtle rounding details to stay approachable while remaining authoritative.
Capitals read broad and stable with pronounced horizontal presence (E/F/T) and strong verticals (H/N). The numerals are bold and straightforward, with clear differentiation at display sizes. Spacing appears comfortable in the sample text, producing an even color suitable for longer settings.