Sans Contrasted Ulri 2 is a bold, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'TA Modern Times' by Tural Alisoy (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, magazine covers, packaging, editorial, contemporary, confident, polished, commanding, impact, clarity, modernity, premium tone, display legibility, flared terminals, triangular joins, open counters, large apertures, crisp curves.
A heavy, expanded text face with pronounced stroke modulation: verticals read stout and steady while curves and joins taper into sharper, wedge-like transitions. The drawing favors broad proportions, generous internal space, and open apertures, keeping counters from clogging even at bold sizes. Terminals are clean and slightly flared rather than strictly blunt, and diagonal forms show crisp, triangular meeting points that add bite and structure. Overall spacing feels roomy and stable, producing an even, deliberate rhythm across words and lines.
Best suited for headlines, cover lines, and short blocks of emphatic copy where its width and contrast can project impact. It can also work for branding and packaging systems that want a clean, contemporary base with a sharper edge. For longer passages, it will read most comfortably with ample leading and mindful line length due to its expansive set.
The tone is assertive and editorial, mixing modern cleanliness with a subtle display-like sharpness. Its wide stance and high-contrast detailing convey confidence and a premium, print-forward character without becoming ornate. The result feels suited to bold statements that still want refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact voice that remains legible through spacious counters and careful modulation. By combining an expanded footprint with tapered joins and subtly flared terminals, it aims to stand out in display settings while keeping a structured, typographic discipline.
In the sample text, the wide set and large counters help maintain clarity, while the tapered joins introduce a distinctive texture that becomes more noticeable at larger sizes. Numerals appear designed to match the headline emphasis, with strong silhouettes and clear differentiation.