Slab Contrasted Roto 6 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Miura Slab' by DSType, 'Adria Slab' by FaceType, 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Certo' by Monotype, 'Exo Slab Pro' by Polimateria, 'Quadon' by René Bieder, 'Chercher' by Stawix, and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, signage, confident, industrial, retro, assertive, sporty, impact, authority, heritage, bold readability, display emphasis, chunky, blocky, bracketed, ink-trap feel, tight apertures.
A heavy slab serif with broad, compact letterforms and strongly rectangular construction. The serifs read as sturdy, bracketed blocks that blend into the stems, creating a continuous, carved silhouette. Curves are full and slightly squarish, with relatively tight apertures in letters like C, S, and e; counters stay open but feel compressed by the weight. Stroke endings often show small notches and sharp interior corners that give an ink-trap-like crispness at joins, while the overall rhythm stays dense and poster-like.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, signage, and packaging where its heavy slabs and dense texture can command attention. It also fits sports branding and bold editorial callouts, while longer passages will benefit from larger sizes and added spacing for comfort.
The font conveys a tough, no-nonsense tone with a vintage, workwear sensibility. Its mass and squared details feel energetic and competitive, suggesting classic athletic, industrial, and mid-century display typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual authority through thick strokes, sturdy slab serifs, and compact counters. Its squarish curves and carved-in details suggest a display-first serif built for strong reproduction and immediate recognition in branding and promotional typography.
Uppercase forms are especially imposing, with a strong baseline presence and minimal delicacy in terminals. Numerals are similarly stout and headline-forward, prioritizing impact over fine detail. In text, the weight and tight apertures create a dark color that works best with generous tracking and ample leading.