Sans Contrasted Tagan 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EF Radiant' by Elsner+Flake, 'Multipa' by Hurufatfont, 'Shilia' by Linotype, 'Naghashian' by Naghi Naghachian, and 'Brown Pro' by Shinntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, bold, athletic, industrial, poster-ready, assertive, impact, clarity, strength, attention-grabbing, compactness, compact, blocky, rounded corners, high-impact, sturdy.
A compact, heavy sans with squared construction and subtly rounded corners that soften the otherwise blocky silhouettes. Strokes are thick with noticeable modulation in curves and joins, giving counters a slightly pinched, ink-trap-like feel in places and adding definition at display sizes. Uppercase forms are broad-shouldered and tightly proportioned, while the lowercase stays sturdy and vertical with simple, workmanlike shapes; the single-storey a and g reinforce a straightforward, contemporary rhythm. Numerals are wide and weighty with clear, open apertures and strong vertical stress, matching the face’s dense color and tight internal spacing.
Best suited to display typography where a dense, high-impact voice is needed—headlines, posters, campaign graphics, and branding marks. It can also work on packaging and signage when set with generous tracking and ample line spacing to keep the dark color from feeling crowded.
The font projects a confident, hard-working tone—more built-for-impact than refined. It reads as sporty and industrial, with a no-nonsense presence that feels energetic and emphatic in headlines and short statements.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a compact footprint, combining straightforward sans construction with enough contrast and shaping to keep large text lively and legible. Its forms prioritize strength, clarity, and immediacy for attention-grabbing applications.
The overall texture is dark and even, with counters that remain readable despite the heavy weight. Letterforms favor blunt terminals and robust joins, creating a sturdy, compressed look that holds up well in high-contrast layouts.