Sans Superellipse Rudep 9 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, utilitarian, industrial, retro, editorial, space-saving, high impact, modern utility, compact display, strong readability, condensed, vertical stress, flat terminals, tight spacing, high-impact.
A condensed, heavy sans with tall proportions and a distinctly vertical rhythm. Strokes are robust and mostly uniform, with subtly tapered joins and flattened terminals that keep the shapes crisp rather than rounded-off. Curves are drawn with squared, superellipse-like tension, giving bowls and counters a compact, engineered feel. The lowercase shows single-storey forms in places (notably the “g”) and narrow apertures, while the caps maintain strong, straight-sided silhouettes; numerals follow the same compact, sturdy construction.
Best suited to high-impact display use such as headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging panels, and short callouts where space is tight. It can work for compact editorial decks or subheads when a dense, assertive texture is desired, but extended text will feel heavy and tightly packed.
The overall tone is forceful and practical, with an industrial confidence that reads quickly and holds attention. Its condensed density and squared curves suggest a retro-modern, no-nonsense voice suited to headlines and signage-like messaging rather than delicate or lyrical typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in minimal horizontal space, combining sturdy stroke weight with squared, superellipse-influenced curves for a controlled, engineered look. It prioritizes bold clarity and a consistent, condensed rhythm for attention-grabbing typography.
Counters are relatively small for the weight, increasing dark color on the page and emphasizing punch at larger sizes. The font’s condensed width and strong verticality create an even, poster-like texture in paragraphs, where it stays legible but feels intentionally intense and compressed.