Sans Superellipse Piban 4 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fairweather' by Dharma Type, 'Peridot Latin' and 'Peridot PE' by Foundry5, 'Final Edition JNL' by Jeff Levine, and 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, sports branding, industrial, condensed, assertive, utilitarian, retro, space saving, high impact, sturdy modernity, branding strength, blocky, compact, monoline, rounded corners, closed apertures.
A compact, heavy sans with tightly drawn proportions and squared, rounded-corner geometry. Strokes stay largely uniform, producing a dense, poster-ready texture with little internal whitespace. Curves resolve into superellipse-like bowls and counters, while terminals are blunt and clean, keeping edges crisp and mechanical. Uppercase forms are tall and tightly spaced in feel, and the numerals match the same narrow, solid construction for a consistent, high-impact rhythm.
This font excels in short-form display settings such as headlines, posters, labels, and signage where a condensed, high-density look is useful. It also suits branding and packaging that need a strong, compact wordmark presence, particularly in layouts with limited horizontal space.
The overall tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with an industrial, compressed urgency. Its blocky silhouettes and restrained detailing suggest utility and durability, while the soft corner rounding keeps it from feeling harsh or overly technical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal width, combining sturdy, monoline construction with softened rectangular curves for a distinctive, modernized condensed voice. It prioritizes bold silhouette clarity and consistent texture over open, text-oriented readability.
Several letters show deliberately tight apertures and compact counters, which increases visual weight and makes the face read best at larger sizes or with generous tracking. The punctuation and simple shapes (like the dot and colon) follow the same solid, straightforward styling, reinforcing the uniform, workmanlike character.