Slab Contrasted Roha 9 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'Netra' by Sign Studio, 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, rugged, retro, western, confident, hearty, display impact, vintage poster, signage voice, brand presence, friendly strength, blocky, chunky, bracketed, softened, high impact.
A heavy, slab-serif display face with broad proportions and a compact, sturdy build. Strokes are thick and largely even, with prominent rectangular slabs that read like cut-in terminals; many joins are subtly rounded or bracketed, softening the otherwise blocky structure. Counters are relatively small and apertures tend to be tight, creating dense, high-ink silhouettes that hold together strongly at large sizes. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) and stout, workmanlike shapes, while the figures are wide and boldly contoured for sign-like clarity.
Best suited to headlines and short-form copy where impact and personality are the priority—posters, logos, labels, menu titles, and storefront-style signage. It can also work for packaging and editorial display where a rugged, retro slab presence is desired, especially when given room to breathe.
The overall tone feels bold and old-fashioned, evoking poster lettering, storefront signage, and Americana-inspired graphics. Its weight and slabby details communicate toughness and dependability, with a friendly, slightly playful warmth coming from the softened corners and rounded transitions.
Likely designed as a high-impact slab-serif for display settings, prioritizing bold silhouettes, strong serifs, and a vintage sign-painter/poster sensibility. The softened transitions suggest an intention to keep the weight approachable and readable rather than strictly geometric or industrial.
The rhythm is chunky and attention-grabbing, with strong horizontal emphasis from the slabs and a consistent, stamped look across the alphabet and numerals. The heavier interior spaces mean it benefits from generous tracking and ample line spacing when set in text blocks.