Slab Contrasted Abgo 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Multiple' by Latinotype; and 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, signage, robust, traditional, assertive, workmanlike, impact, readability, print feel, heritage tone, sturdy texture, slab serifs, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap feel, ball terminals.
A heavy, slab-serif design with compact proportions, broad shoulders, and sturdy, bracketed serifs that read as blunt and rectangular rather than hairline. Strokes show mild-to-moderate modulation, with clearly weighty verticals and flatter horizontals, giving the forms a carved, press-like solidity. Curves are round and generous (notably in C, O, and the lowercases), while joins and counters stay open enough to remain legible at display and strong text sizes. Lowercase features a single-storey a and g, a rounded, ball-terminal-like j, and a generally hearty rhythm with short extenders and substantial terminals.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and short text where a firm, print-like texture is desirable, such as magazines, book jackets, and posters. The substantial serifs and steady rhythm also make it a strong choice for branding, packaging, and signage that needs a traditional yet bold presence.
The overall tone is confident and grounded, with a classic, print-forward presence that feels rooted in editorial and traditional signage aesthetics. Its strong serifs and dense color give it an authoritative, no-nonsense voice that can also lean friendly due to the rounded bowls and approachable lowercase shapes.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice with enough stroke modulation and rounding to avoid stiffness, balancing authority with approachability. It prioritizes a strong typographic color and clear silhouettes for impactful reading in display and prominent text settings.
The numerals are wide and emphatic, matching the type’s heavy texture and reinforcing a sturdy, headline-ready feel. Spacing appears even and deliberate, supporting dense setting without looking cramped, while the strong slab structure keeps lines visually anchored across longer passages.