Sans Superellipse Logup 6 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albireo' and 'Albireo Soft' by Cory Maylett Design, 'Schmalfette CP' by CounterPoint Type Studio, 'Compilation Grotesk' by Estudio Calderon, 'Denso Sans' by Monotype, and 'Brecksville' by OzType. (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, retro, industrial, punchy, playful, condensed, space saving, high impact, friendly strength, display clarity, rounded, soft corners, blocky, compact, monoline.
A condensed, heavy sans with monoline strokes and rounded-rectangle construction. Corners are consistently softened, and curves resolve into squarish bowls and counters, creating a superelliptical, capsule-like geometry. Vertical stems dominate, with compact apertures and tight internal spaces, while terminals stay blunt and rounded rather than sharp. The lowercase follows the same narrow, sturdy rhythm, with a single-storey “a” and “g” and simple, utilitarian joins that keep the texture dense and even.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and bold brand marks where dense vertical rhythm is an advantage. It can also work for signage and labels that benefit from compact width, though generous size and spacing will help maintain clarity.
The overall tone feels retro-industrial and bold, with a friendly softness from the rounded corners. Its compact, poster-like presence reads assertive and attention-grabbing, while the squarish curves give it a slightly playful, mechanical personality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, using rounded-rectangle forms to keep the weight approachable rather than aggressive. It emphasizes consistency and strong silhouette for display settings where recognition and punch matter most.
The condensed proportions produce a strong vertical cadence in lines of text, and the tight counters can close up visually at smaller sizes. Numerals match the same narrow, rounded-block logic, reinforcing a consistent, signage-oriented feel.