Slab Contrasted Koduh 9 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lardent' by Colophon Foundry; 'Sanchez' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Egyptian Slate', 'Macklin', and 'Polyphonic' by Monotype; and 'Gintona Slab' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, signage, classic, authoritative, academic, traditional, legibility, authority, editorial voice, durability, bracketed, robust, crisp, sturdy, high-clarity.
A sturdy slab-serif with bracketed, blocky serifs and a clear vertical stress. Strokes show noticeable thick–thin modulation without becoming delicate, keeping counters open and letterforms solid at both text and display sizes. Proportions are generous and slightly expanded, with a steady rhythm and decisive terminals; curves are smooth and well-contained, while joins and serifs create a crisp, confident texture across lines.
Well-suited to editorial design, book and magazine typography, and long-form reading where a firm serif texture helps guide the eye. It also performs strongly in headlines, institutional branding, and signage where a solid, traditional voice and high clarity are desirable.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with an editorial seriousness that reads as dependable and established. Its bold slabs and controlled contrast lend a familiar, institutional voice suited to formal communication rather than playful or casual styling.
The design appears aimed at delivering a classic slab-serif presence that balances robustness with readable contrast. It prioritizes clarity, stability, and a composed typographic color, making it appropriate for both text and prominent display roles.
Numerals are sturdy and highly legible, matching the letterforms’ slab treatment and contrast. The lowercase maintains clear differentiation between similar shapes (notably in bowls and descenders), and the punctuation and capitals keep a consistent, structured presence in paragraph settings.