Slab Normal Opse 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Cargan' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype, and 'Posterizer KG' by Posterizer KG (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, confident, friendly, retro, hearty, practical, headline impact, sturdy readability, poster presence, warm utility, bold branding, blocky, chunky, rounded corners, sturdy, compact counters.
A very heavy slab serif with blocky proportions and softened corners throughout. The serifs are prominent and squared off, with minimal stroke modulation and a compact, ink-trap-free silhouette that feels solid and continuous. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, and the overall rhythm is steady and workmanlike, with broad, rounded curves on letters like C, O, and S balancing the rectangular stems and slabs.
Well suited to headlines, packaging, signage, and poster-style typography where a bold slab voice is needed. It can also work for logos and wordmarks that want a sturdy, vintage-leaning feel. For longer passages, it is most comfortable in short blocks or emphasized text where the dense weight and tight counters remain easy to parse.
This typeface conveys a confident, sturdy tone with a friendly, approachable warmth. Its heavy presence and rounded detailing give it a slightly playful, retro flavor while still reading as practical and dependable.
The design appears intended to deliver strong, immediate impact with a stable, reassuring texture. It emphasizes clarity at large sizes and a consistent, no-nonsense rhythm, while softening the heaviness with rounded terminals and corners to keep the tone approachable.
The numerals match the letters in weight and sturdiness, maintaining the same squared slabs and rounded shaping for a cohesive set. The overall texture is dark and even, with strong horizontal emphasis from the slab serifs and a consistent baseline presence.