Sans Superellipse Pidal 9 is a very bold, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bricked' by Cristian Mielu, 'Digot 03' by Fontsphere, and 'Augment' and 'Blanco' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, branding, packaging, futuristic, techno, industrial, retro, sci‑fi, space-saving, tech aesthetic, display impact, signage feel, rounded, condensed, geometric, modular, tall.
A condensed geometric sans built from tall, rounded-rectangle forms with soft superelliptical corners and even, monoline stroke weight. Counters are narrow and often rectangular, with a consistent vertical rhythm and compact horizontal spacing. Curves are minimized into smooth bends and rounded terminals, while joins stay clean and mechanical, giving letters a modular, engineered feel. The overall silhouette is highly vertical, with distinctive, simplified bowls and apertures that favor uniformity over calligraphic detail.
Best suited to headlines, posters, product branding, and logotypes where a compact width and strong vertical presence help fit more characters into a limited space. It also works well for packaging, tech-themed graphics, and interface headers that want a clean, futuristic voice.
The tone reads sleek and technological, with a retro-futurist edge reminiscent of industrial signage and sci‑fi title typography. Its tight, upright stance and rounded-square geometry convey efficiency, control, and a slightly arcade-like personality without becoming playful.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, space-efficient display sans with a consistent rounded-rectangle construction. By emphasizing tall proportions, uniform strokes, and softened corners, it aims for a modern techno aesthetic that remains clean and legible while feeling distinctive and modular.
Because the internal spaces are tight and the shapes are highly standardized, the style is most striking at display sizes where the rounded-rect geometry and condensed rhythm can be appreciated. In dense settings, similar vertical stems can create a strong texture, so spacing and size become key to maintaining clarity.