Sans Normal Obdem 9 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad Arabic', 'Myriad Bengali', and 'Myriad Devanagari' by Adobe and 'MVB Solitaire Pro' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, modern, playful, confident, impact, clarity, approachability, modernity, display focus, geometric, blocky, soft-cornered, compact spacing, high impact.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and smooth, rounded curves balanced by flat, squared terminals. Strokes stay visually consistent, creating a solid, poster-like color, while counters are relatively open for the weight. The lowercase shows a tall x-height with sturdy stems and simple, straightforward forms; the overall rhythm is tight and dense in text, with large, stable shapes that read as firmly constructed rather than delicate.
Best suited to display work where bold presence is needed: headlines, posters, branding marks, and packaging. It can also work for short UI labels or signage where a strong, friendly sans is desired, though its dense texture suggests keeping longer passages brief or generously spaced.
The tone is assertive and upbeat, projecting clarity and approachability through its big shapes and simple geometry. It feels contemporary and energetic, with a slightly playful edge that comes from the rounded bowls and the chunky, compact texture in running lines.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a clean, geometric construction and a contemporary, approachable voice. It prioritizes bold legibility and a strong typographic silhouette for attention-grabbing communication.
In the sample text, the weight and tight overall texture create strong emphasis and presence, especially in headline settings. Circular forms like O/0 read as near-perfect rounds, while diagonals and joins keep a clean, engineered look without ornamentation.