Sans Faceted Abmep 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports, packaging, industrial, authoritative, retro, athletic, no-nonsense, impact, space-saving, geometric edge, retro-tech, angular, blocky, faceted, condensed, monolinear.
This typeface is built from heavy, compact strokes with sharply clipped corners and planar facets that replace most curves. The construction feels largely monolinear, with squared counters and straight-sided bowls that create a sturdy, mechanical rhythm. Terminals are consistently cut at angles, giving letters and numerals a chiseled silhouette while keeping the overall texture dense and uniform. Uppercase forms read tall and compact, and the lowercase follows suit with simplified, sturdy shapes and minimal curvature.
It performs best in headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, high-impact word shape is desirable. The sturdy geometry suits sports graphics, industrial or technical packaging, signage-style treatments, and punchy editorial callouts where the faceted forms can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The tone is bold and forceful, with a disciplined, utilitarian character that reads as industrial and retro-technical. Its faceted geometry adds an assertive edge, suggesting engineered precision rather than warmth or softness. Overall it conveys impact and confidence, leaning toward display-driven messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a condensed footprint, using faceted corners to evoke machined surfaces and a modernized retro sensibility. The simplified, blocklike forms prioritize bold presence and consistent texture over delicate detail.
At text sizes the dense black mass and tight interior spaces create strong emphasis and a poster-like color on the page. The angled cuts introduce a consistent directional accent across the alphabet, helping maintain a cohesive ‘machined’ look in both headings and short lines of copy.