Sans Other Biguh 9 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, stickers, playful, retro, loud, quirky, punchy, display impact, space saving, expressive tone, retro feel, rounded, condensed, cartoonish, irregular, bouncy.
A condensed, heavy sans with rounded outer curves and subtly uneven, hand-cut seeming contours. Strokes remain largely monolinear, while counters are compact and occasionally pinched, creating tight internal spaces in letters like O, e, and a. The geometry leans toward softened rectangles and squashed ovals, with a slightly wavy baseline and noticeable per-glyph idiosyncrasies that break strict mechanical uniformity. Uppercase forms are tall and narrow with simplified construction, and the numerals follow the same sturdy, compact rhythm with rounded terminals and small apertures.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, packaging, and branding marks where its compact width and heavy presence help it stand out. It can also work well for playful signage, merchandise, and social graphics where an intentionally quirky, bold voice is desired.
The overall tone is energetic and characterful, reading as playful and a bit offbeat rather than strictly utilitarian. Its chunky, condensed silhouette feels retro-leaning and poster-ready, with a friendly cartoon edge that adds informality and humor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space while maintaining a friendly, approachable feel. Its softened corners and mildly irregular construction suggest a deliberate move away from neutral grotesques toward a more expressive, display-oriented sans.
At text sizes the dense weight and tight apertures can make long passages feel dark and compressed, but the distinctive shapes stay recognizable and add strong personality. The font’s slight irregularities contribute to a lively texture, especially in repeated letters and in mixed-case settings.